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Inside the Schäfflertanz: A Conversation with a Munich Dancer

How does one become a Schäffler? When does the Schäfflertanz season begin? And who gets to be the Kasperl? Christian Härtl is a Munich Schäffler, and we asked him all our questions.

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A rare spectacle at St. Peter's in Munich

St. Peter and the tiara: a unique tradition in Munich

If you’re in Munich these days, make sure to visit Munich's oldest parish church, St. Peter's. The figure of St. Peter, created in 1492, is sitting bareheaded in the high altar without the usual golden crown.

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Italian Traces in Munich – Part 2

Join us for a stroll through Munich with a touch of southern flair! In our second part, we explore lucky charms and a protective saint in Munich’s oldest parish church.

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Italian Traces in Munich – Part 1

The northernmost city of Italy: Throughout Munich's history, there have been numerous waves of enthusiasm for Italian art, culture, and architecture. Join us for a walk full of Mediterranean flair!

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Tips for Your Visit: The New Town Hall

If there's a question that even our all-knowing Munich guests struggle with, it's the one about the age of our town hall. What looks so medieval, however, is actually modern. Neo-Gothic, to be precise.

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The Nightwatchman for Children at Marienplatz in Munich

Duties of a Night Watchman

The main task of the night watchman was to ensure safety and order in the towns and villages. After all, thieves, criminals, and other unsavory characters often roamed the streets.

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Favourite Spots in Munich: The Olympic Park

On your next visit to Munich, you should definitely plan a trip to the Olympiapark. It has become a popular attraction with its sports facilities, recreational amenities, and unique architecture.

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Official Partners of Märkte München

GREAT NEWS: We are official cooperation partners of Märkte München, the Munich Markets! We are thrilled, because this means that we can now conduct our Viktualienmarkt food tasting tours directly at the stalls.

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Salmon snacks at the Rindermarkt Christmas market in Munich

Our favorite Christmas markets

There are about 30 (!) Christmas markets awaiting your visit in Munich alone. Some of them are big, some are small, some are touristy, some are crowded, others are small, fine and hidden. We are happy to present a selection of our favorite Christmas markets in Munich to you!

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Oktoberfest and its history

O'zapft is! Here's to a peaceful Oktoberfest! But how did it all begin? Why is it called Oktoberfest when it mainly takes place in September? And will 2024 be a new record-breaking year? Let us answer some of your questions.

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