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'''Munich''' (or ''München'' in German) is the capital of [[Bavaria]], [[Germany]]. It is located on the Isar river, north of the Bavarian Alps. Munich is the third largest city of Germany just after Hamburg with Berlin leading in population. Approximately 1.5 million people live within the city limits. | '''Munich''' (or ''München'' in German) is the capital of [[Bavaria]], [[Germany]]. It is located on the Isar river, north of the Bavarian Alps. Munich is the third largest city of Germany just after Hamburg with Berlin leading in population. Approximately 1.5 million people live within the city limits. | ||
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Munich (or München in German) is the capital of Bavaria, Germany. It is located on the Isar river, north of the Bavarian Alps. Munich is the third largest city of Germany just after Hamburg with Berlin leading in population. Approximately 1.5 million people live within the city limits.
Originally settled by Benedictine monks, Munich offically became a city in 1158 by rule of the Imperial Diet in Augsburg. It's first ruler being that of Heinrich der Löwe, or Henry the Lion.
Meetings & Events
CS Meetings:
The community in Munich is growing and there is always something happening:
- Weekly Meeting: Every tuesday Munich's CouchSurfers meet up in a bar, a cafe or a beergarden to mingle and have fun. Check the Meeting Page or the Munich Group for more info on the next meeting.
- Munich Group: Be sure to watch the Munich Group for more meetings.
Getting There
By Plane
Munich Airport (MUC) is one of Germany's biggest airports, second only to Frankfurt. It is also a major hub for Lufthansa. There are non-stop flights to/from Munich from/to almost anywhere in the world.
Airlines flying to/from Munich are Air France, British Airways, Delta Airlines, easyJet, Germanwings, Lufthansa, and Scandinavian Airlines.
Other "nearby" airports are Frankfurt am Main (FRA), the other major hub in Germany, approx. 300 km; Nuremberg (Nürnberg), approx. 170 km; and Stuttgart, approx. 170 km. and Salzburg, Austria (SZG).
By Train
Munich's Main Train Station (Hauptbahnhof) is easily reachable through the extensive ICE and Regional bahn trains.
Other major stations in Munich are the Munich East Station (Ostbahnhof) and Munich Pasing.
Timetables and Ticket Prices can be found at the Deutsche Bahn website
Getting Around
Getting around in Munich is as extremely simple and as easy using any of the public Buses, Trams, S-Bahns (fast suburban trains) or U-Bahns (underground). It is nearly impossible to find a place in Munich where there is no public transport nearby.
Current timetables and prices can be found at the transportation network's website.
Recent Prices:
- 1 Day / 1 Person €5; 2-5 Person €9 (Inner City Only)
- 3 Day / 1 Person €12,30; 2-5 Person €21 (Inner City Only)
All passes allow unlimited use of the Buses, Trams, S-Bahns and U-Bahns within the purchased travel area.
If you're arriving by plane and are staying for three days, the best deal is a 3-day ticket for "Innenraum" and two 3-zone single ride tickets - it should cost around 25€.
If you're a group of two or more, one or more Partner Tickets is ideal.
Orientation
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Necessities
Maps
Free maps of the city are avaliable from the Starbucks inside the Main Train Station (Hauptbahnhof) and in most hostels and hotels attached to a tour flyer. For more detailed maps check the Hugendubel bookstore at Marienplatz or the Tourist Information office at the front of the Town Hall (Rathaus).
Another option: Go to the MVG ticket offices/counter at subway-station basement "Marienplatz" or "Sendlinger Tor". They sell excellent city maps for 3 Euros, including all public transportation.
Internet
Shops
There is a reputable internet and call shop located directly across the street from the Burger King attached to the Main Train Station (Hauptbahnhof).
WIFI
Free WIFI hotspots can be found by going to this website.
Help
See Emergency Contacts.
Food
Some of the best food in the world can be found in Munich. Be sure to check Viktualienmarkt for fresh Fruit, Vegetables, Spices, etc. The butcher shops between Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt carry some of the tastiest meat around.
Organic
- The best place in town to go for the freshest ingredients. Huge selection of exotic fruits with a wide variety. Be sure to 'shop around' a bit before buying to find the best deals.
Supermarkets
The main supermakets you will find throughout the city are ALDI Süd, Lidl, Penny Markt, REWE, and Tengelmann. Locations closet to the city centre are listed below. Visit the markets website for a list of more locations.
- Schwanthalerstraße 14 80336 München / Mon - Sat, 8am - 8pm / Map
- Westendstr. 100 80339 München / Mon - Sat, 8am - 8pm / Map
- Pfeuferstr. 33 81373 München / Mon - Sat, 7am - 8pm / Map
- Tal 13 80331 München / Mon - Fri 8am - 8pm, Sat 7:30am - 8pm/ Map
- Theatinerstraße 14 80333 München / Mon - Sat, 8am - 8pm / Map
- Reichenbachstr. 19 80469 München / Mon - Fri 8am - 8pm, Sat 9am - 8pm / Map
Restaurants
Augustiner Bräustuben / Landsbergerstrasse 19 80339 München / Map
- Tradional Bavarian food and beer restaurant located in the Augustiner brewery. Excellent prices and delicous food.
Hofbräuhaus / Platzl 9 80331 München / Map
- World Famous. Tradional Bavarian food and beer in the royal brewery. Can be a bit touristy but is always a good time.
Accomodation
There is a wide variety of accomodation avaliable (in case you don't find a couch) in Munich.
Hostels
Wombat's / Senefelderstraße 1 80336 Munich / Map
- Fall Rates: 10 Bed Dorm €14 / 6 - 8 Bed Dorm €21 / Double €34 / Breakfast €3,50
- Cheapest place to stay during the summer. Open from June 6th to October 12th. Bunk €10,50
Hotels
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Permanent Accommodation
For apartment/room/house listings check the English speaking ToyTownGermany's Accommodation Offered forum.
Other Sources
- Classifieds newspaper avaliable in most grocery stores and booksellers.
- German newspaper with apartments/house listings in Thursday's paper. Buy it Wednesday night and start calling asap.
Nightlife
Munich is a city that never sleeps; even on weekdays. There are hundreds of Bars, Clubs and Movie Theatres spread throughout the city. Add to that the Concerts, Operas and Football games and your certain to find something to suit your tastes on any day of the week.
Bars
Klenze 17 / Klenzestr. 17 80469 München / Map
- Local's bar with excellent prices and Augustiner beer. They even serve American style Nachos.
Concerts
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Cinema
now in cinemas: cinema programm (engl.)
Clubbing
The most condensed area to go out clubbing is near the East Train Station (Ostbahnhof). Here you can find two clubbing "villages" totaling 40 or so clubs in one area. The main village Kultfabrik caters to a younger crowd, while the smaller village Optimolwerke caters mostly to the 30+.
For a really great time, take the Club and Line bus from the city centre out to the club district. A double length bus with a full bar and DJ on board will escort you from the main areas of the city to some of the hottest clubs in the area. Cover for the bus is €3.
Popular Clubs
The Atomic Cafe / Neuturmstr. 5 80331 München / Map
- Live club and cocktail bar playing independent and vintage music.
Muffatwerk / Zellstr. 4 / Map
- Nice club for live music, disco + beergarden.
Backstage / Reitknechtstr. 6 / Map
- Nice area with clubs and live venues for alternative music.
- Americanos
- Apartment 11
- Kord
- P1
- Q Club
Sights and Activities
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Monuments
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Shopping
The main shopping area of the city centre is located on Kaufingerstrasse and Neuhauserstrasse. For upscale and luxury shopping try Maximillianstrasse. There is also a shopping mall located at the U-Bahn stop OEZ (Olmypia Einkauf Centrum).
Electronics
- Sells everything electronic from Apple Computers to Zenith vacuum cleaners. Don't miss the wide selection of DVDs and CDs in the basement.
Clothes
- Sells a wide selection of fashionable clothes which are a little more flashier than those avaliable at C&A. Expect the prices to reflect that, but it's still not that expensive.
- Sells a wide selection of clothes at resonable prices. Check the basement level for the best deals and be on the lookout for red mark-down signs.
Books
- With a huge location right on Marienplatz this bookstore sells books on every subject in the German language. There is a fair selection of English books to be found at the English Hugendubel near Odeonsplatz. Coming from Odeonsplatz turn right on the street in front of the entrance to the indoor shopping area. The English store is on the right hand side of the next corner.
- The best travel bookstore in town with every guidebook and map imaginable. Be sure to check the tables outside for marked-down guidebooks. English titles avaliable.
Museums
Residenz / 9am - 6pm Apr - Mid Oct, 9am - 8pm Thu, 10am - 4pm Mid Oct - Mar; Adult €6 / Concession €5
- This often overlooked palace and now museum dates back to 1385, and was home to the ruling Wittelbach's Family until 1918. Well worth the entry fee which includes a free audio tour. Don't forget to check out the holy relics room which includes mummies of babies dating back to the time of christ.
- While the surrounding park is beautiful and extensive, the palace itself is rather small and can be seen in around 30mins without the audio guide. If you have or plan to see the Residenz than skip the palace and see King Ludwig's golden horse carriage at the Marsthall next door.
- Toy Museum (Spielzeugmuseum): 10am - 5:30pm; Adult €3 / Concession €1
- City Museum (Stadtmuseum): 10am - 6pm, closed Mon; Adult €4 / Concession €2
- Munich Jewish Museum (Münchner Jüdisches Museum): 10am - 6pm, closed Mon; Free
- Bier & Oktoberfestmuseum: 1pm - 5pm, Tue - Sat; Adult €4 / Concession €2.50
- Residency Treasury: 9am - 6pm, 9am - 8pm Thu; Adult €6 / Concession €5 / Under 18 w/ parents Free
- Eqyptian Art Museum: 9am - 5pm Tue - Fri, 7 - 9pm Tue, 10am - 5pm Sat & Sun; Adult €5 / Concession €4
- Alte Pinakotehk: 10am - 5pm, ext 8pm Tue, closed Mon; Adult €5 / Child €3.50 / Sun €1
Sporting Activities
Aquatics
Müller´sches Volksbad / Rosenheimer Straße 1 81667 München / Map
- Swimming: Daily 7:30am - 11pm, Sauna: Daily 9am - 11pm, Swiss Baths: Mon 5:30pm - 8:30pm / Wed - Fri 8am - 1:30pm
- Admission for Pool: €3.50, Swiss Bath w/ Sauna: €13.50 (4 Hrs)
Therme Erding / S2 to Erding, then Bus 550 or 560
- Europe's biggest thermal spa.
- Water Park: 2hrs €12, 4hrs €16, Day €22 w/ Thermal Bath: 2hrs €15, 4hrs €19, Day €25 w/ Sauna: 3hrs €22.50, 5hrs €26.50, Day €31
Bowling
Isar Bowling / Martin Luther Strasse 22 81539 München / Map
- Disco and Moonlight bowling nights. Daily Special 11:00 - 14:00, €1.60 per game(each person).
Background
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History
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Industrialisation
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Modernism and post-modernism
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Future
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Work & Employment
Websites
- ToyTownGermany's Employment Offered forum
Emergency Contacts
Ambulance: Call 112
Emergency Doctor: Call 112
Fire: Call 112
Police: Call 110
Ärztlicher Notdienst (Doctor on call): Call 01805 191212