Discover Munich’s history on a 3.5-hour guided walking tour, ending with a visit to the iconic Hofbräuhaus for beer and Bavarian cuisine.
Discover Munich’s history on a 3.5-hour guided walking tour, ending with a visit to the iconic Hofbräuhaus for beer and Bavarian cuisine.
- Wittelsbacher Brunnen - The Wittelsbacherbrunnen is a grand fountain situated on the northwestern edge of Munich’s city center, marking the transition between Lenbachplatz and Maximiliansplatz. Built from 1893 to 1895, it was crafted by sculptor Adolf von Hildebrand in the Neo-Classicist style. The fountain symbolizes the elemental forces of…
- Wittelsbacher Brunnen - The Wittelsbacherbrunnen is a grand fountain situated on the northwestern edge of Munich’s city center, marking the transition between Lenbachplatz and Maximiliansplatz. Built from 1893 to 1895, it was crafted by sculptor Adolf von Hildebrand in the Neo-Classicist style. The fountain symbolizes the elemental forces of water.
- Karolinenplatz - Karolinenplatz is a public square in Munich’s Maxvorstadt district. It is the first square in Munich to adopt the Strahlenplatz motif. Additionally, Karolinenplatz represents the evolution of the unique relationship between Bavaria and France in the early 19th century. The square is named after Queen Caroline of Bavaria.
- Konigsplatz - Königsplatz (King’s Square) is a square in Munich, Germany. Constructed in the European Neoclassicism style in the 19th century, it features the Propyläen Gate and, facing each other, the Glyptothek (archaeological museum) and the Staatliche Antikensammlungen (art museum). The area surrounding Königsplatz is home to the Kunstareal, Munich’s gallery and museum district.
- Fuhrer Building - The Führerbau (“the Führer’s building”) is a historically significant structure at Arcisstrasse 12 in Maxvorstadt, Munich. It was constructed between 1933 and 1937, during the Nazi era, and was extensively used by Adolf Hitler. Unlike many other Nazi-associated buildings, it still stands today and currently houses the University of Music and Performing Arts Munich.
- Alte Pinakothek - The Alte Pinakothek, (Old Pinakothek) is an art museum located in the Kunstareal area in Munich, Germany. It is one of the oldest galleries in the world and contains a significant collection of Old Master paintings.
- Pinakothek der Moderne - The Pinakothek unites the “Sammlung Moderne Kunst” (National Collection of Modern and Contemporary Arts), the “Staatliche Graphische Sammlung” (National Collection of Works on Paper), the “Neue Sammlung” (‘New Collection’: National Museum for Design and Applied Arts) with the “Architekturmuseum der Technischen Universität” (Munich Technical University’s Museum of Architecture), in one building and is considered one of the most important and popular museums of modern art in Europe.
- Siegestor - The Siegestor (English: Victory Gate) in Munich is a three-arched triumphal arch, topped with a statue of Bavaria with a lion-quadriga. The monument was originally dedicated to the glory of the Bavarian army. Since its restoration after World War II, it now stands as a symbol of peace.
- Odeonsplatz - The Odeonsplatz is a large square in central Munich, developed in the early 19th century by Leo von Klenze, located at the southern end of the Ludwigstraße, developed simultaneously. The square is named after the former concert hall, the Odeon, on its northwestern side. The name Odeonsplatz has come to include the parvis (forecourt) of the Residenz, in front of the Theatine Church and ending at the Feldherrnhalle, which lies to the south. The square was the site of a fatal gun battle that ended the march on the Feldherrnhalle during the 1923 Beer Hall Putsch.
- Residenz - The Residenz (Residence) in central Munich is the former royal palace of the Wittelsbach monarchs of Bavaria. The Residenz is the largest city palace in Germany and is now open to visitors for its architecture, room decorations, and displays from the former royal collections.
- Hofgarten - The Hofgarten (Court Garden) is a garden located between the Residenz and the Englischer Garten. The Hofgarten was constructed in 1613–1617 by Maximilian I, Elector of Bavaria, in the style of an Italian Renaissance garden. In the center of the garden is a pavilion for the goddess Diana, built in 1615 by Heinrich Schön the elder.
- Bayerische Staatskanzlei - Bayerische Staatskanzlei is also the name of the building in Munich that houses the personal offices of the chancellery staff. It was constructed from 1989 to 1993 around the central dome of the former Bavarian Army Museum, which had been built in 1905 at the site of the Hofgartenkaserne barracks and was demolished in World War II.
- English Garden - With an area of 3.7 km2 (1.4 sq mi) (370 ha or 910 acres), the Englischer Garten is one of the world’s largest urban public parks. The name refers to its English garden form of informal landscape, a style popular in England from the mid-18th century to the early 19th century.
- Biergarten am Chinesischen Turm - A beer garden (German: Biergarten) is an outdoor area where beer and food are served, typically at shared tables shaded by trees.
Beer gardens originated in Bavaria, of which Munich is the capital city, in the 19th century, and remain common in Southern Germany.
There has been a beer garden operated by Antje Schneider since 1974, with 7000 seating places, making it the second largest beer garden in Munich after the Hirschgarten. The beer garden, which serves Hofbräu beer, is one of the most famous spots for tourists.
- Eisbach Wave - Eisbachwelle, is just past a bridge near the Haus der Kunst art museum, where the river forms a standing wave about one meter high, which is a popular river surfing spot. The water is cold and shallow—sometimes only 40 cm deep—making it suitable only for experienced surfers.
- Angel of Peace (Friedensengel) - The Angel of Peace is part of the Maximilian Park and a point de vue at the eastern end of a line of sight forming Prinzregentenstrasse. Next to the Isar, slightly elevated above street level, is an open space with a fountain; this has a dolphin waterspout surrounded by four smaller waterspouts. Two staircases lead to the observation deck. A column 38 meters high and in the Corinthian style is located here, on top of which is a six-meter statue of the Angel of Peace. It is a replica of the Nike of Paeonius.
- Maximilianeum - The Maximilianeum, a palatial building in Munich, was built as the home of a gifted students’ foundation but since 1949 has housed the Bavarian State Parliament.
- Deutsches Museum - The Deutsches Museum (German Museum, officially Deutsches Museum von Meisterwerken der Naturwissenschaft und Technik (English: German Museum of Masterpieces of Science and Technology)) in Munich, Germany, is the world’s largest museum of science and technology, with about 125,000 exhibited objects from 50 fields of science and technology. It receives about 1.5 million visitors per year.
- Viktualienmarkt - The Viktualienmarkt evolved from an original farmers’ market to a popular market for gourmets. In an area covering 140 stalls and shops, it offers items including flowers, exotic fruit, game, poultry, spices, cheese, fish, and juices.
- Ohel Jakob Synagogue - Ohel Jakob Synagogue (transliterated from Hebrew as “Jacob’s Tent”) is a Jewish congregation and synagogue, located at the Sankt-Jakobs-Platz in Munich, Germany. It was built between 2004 and 2006 as the new main synagogue for the Jewish community in Munich. The synagogue was inaugurated on 9 November 2006 on the 68th anniversary of the Kristallnacht.
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The Best of Munich Electric Bike Tour offers a comprehensive eBike experience, ideal for discovering one of Germany’s most historic cultural cities. During this enjoyable four-hour ride, participants will be both informed and entertained with a blend of Munich’s historical and contemporary sights and stories. This tour covers all the major attractions,…
The Best of Munich Electric Bike Tour offers a comprehensive eBike experience, ideal for discovering one of Germany’s most historic cultural cities. During this enjoyable four-hour ride, participants will be both informed and entertained with a blend of Munich’s historical and contemporary sights and stories. This tour covers all the major attractions, ensuring nothing is overlooked. From learning about the origins of the Nazi party to experiencing Munich’s highlights, such as the renowned city park surfers and a pause at a traditional Munich beer garden, participants will make the most of their visit to the Bavarian capital.
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