1 day in Munich on your own routes. Independent walks around Munich. The first day. Old and New Pinakotheks, Pinakothek of modern times

It’s not often in the modern daily bustle and frantic pace of life that you have the opportunity to stop and see something new in everyday and long-familiar objects, phenomena and cities. Having just stayed for 1 day in 1 day? In this ancient place, everyone will be able to find something to their liking, without going any significant distance from the historical center. Many world-famous architectural and historical monuments and attractions, huge department stores and boutiques of famous brands, wonderful pubs, cafes and restaurants - you can catch everything if you are in the city of Munich.

City or surroundings?

If you have the opportunity to spend the whole day in this beautiful German city, then the first thing you will have to decide is whether you will stay in the city and walk through the streets, parks, visit museums, or go on a short trip around the surrounding area. After leaving Munich, what to see in 1 day without moving too far from it? First of all, ancient cities that have preserved their medieval streets, luxurious palaces and majestic castles, and you can also see the amazing Alps and stunning mountain lakes. Getting to any place or city that interests you is not difficult, because Germany is known for its excellent transport links. Let us briefly outline what you can see in Munich and its surroundings in one day.

Historical Center

Of course, one day is not much, but you can see the main, main values ​​of Munich. It is best to start your journey from the central square of the city - Marienplatz, which translates as “Mary’s Square”. You can get to it in two ways: quickly - by metro to the station with the same name, or by getting to the Karlsplatz stop and walking along Neuhausenstrasse. During this walk you will be able to admire the Stachus fountain and pass through the ancient gates built in the 13th century. After passing through them and moving along the pedestrian street, you will exit onto Marienplatz. When exploring Munich in 1 day, you should be on this square at 12 or 17 o'clock. Time is really important, as there is a clock on the New Town Hall that not only tells the time, but also shows a 15-minute performance involving 32 mechanical figures.

After the performance ends, you can climb the central tower, which is 85 meters high, and admire the city called Munich. What to see in 1 day? If you are very lucky and the weather is clear, then, undoubtedly, the Alps, which, according to the stories of the townspeople, are visible from the observation deck. If you are not very lucky, then in any case you will be able to see a beautiful panorama and the Frauenkirhe - the church that is the symbol of the city. After descending from the tower, you can go to the courtyard of the New Town Hall, where today there is a restaurant serving Bavarian cuisine - Ratskelle. Here you can have a great lunch or just a snack, sitting outdoors or indoors.

Not far from the New Town is the Old Town Hall, built in the classical German style. Next to it is a sculpture of Juliet, donated by Verona. And in the building itself there is a museum of toys by Ivan Steiger, which you can visit next time.

For technology lovers

If you are not a fan of ancient architecture and historical sites, then you will be interested in the BMW Museum. The headquarters and museum of this auto giant are “sheltered” in Munich. What to see in 1 day in this establishment? First of all, you should appreciate the rather creative architecture of the building itself: it is built in the shape of a car gas tank cap. On the ground floor you can get acquainted with the history of the concern, but motorcycles and cars, airplanes, various parts and engines are presented above. The museum is open from 10 am to 6 pm every day except Monday. Getting there is quite easy: by metro or tram to the Petuelring stop.

Such a fun shopping experience!

For those for whom a good discount on a well-known brand item brings much greater aesthetic pleasure than visiting ancient churches and houses, many shopping streets, shopping centers and just shops kindly open their doors in Munich. First of all, it is worth noting the largest Bavarian shopping center Olympia-Einkaufszentrum (“Olympia”), located on Hanauer Strasse 68. Developing over several decades, this shopping center brought together about 135 shops and boutiques, several department stores, three trading houses and there is simply an innumerable number of different coffee shops, restaurants and bars. In addition, every week Olympia hosts various cultural and simply interesting events: holidays, fashion shows and various exhibitions.

You can get there by taking lines U1 and U3 to the Olympia-Einkaufszentrum station.

For shopping lovers, not only one day, but also a whole month is not enough to examine, try on and ask the price of all the interesting products that Munich offers to customers. What to see in 1 day on the shopping streets of this city? First of all, it is worth walking along the pedestrian street located between Marienplatz and Karlsplatz squares. This is where the most expensive boutiques and trading houses, as well as specialty stores, are located. If you choose Sendlinger Straße for shopping, you can combine the pleasure of visiting cool fashion designer boutiques and leisurely buying nice souvenirs.

Market surprises

Most experienced travelers will confirm that in order to get to know the city better and understand what kind of people live in it, you should go to the market. In Munich, this is the Viktualienmarkt market, located in the very center of the city, between Marienplatz and St. Peter's Cathedral. Walking through the historical center, you can’t help but notice it. Its unique feature is several sculptural compositions in which the greatest people of the capital of Bavaria are immortalized. In addition, the huge range of products from German and French agricultural producers presented in a huge assortment cannot be admired.

Outside the city

Like all of Germany, Munich is famous for its beautiful landscapes and amazing nature. To see this, you don’t have to go far from the city, just drive about 180 km, it will take about two hours by car, and you will find yourself on the shore of the beautiful small town of Lindau. The main part of it is located on the shore, but driving across the bridge, you can get to the island where the port is located. The entire territory of this island is one large pedestrian area with many small and cozy cafes and restaurants, burgher houses and hotels.

If you have time and desire, you can go on a short trip around the lake on a pleasure boat.

The capital of Bavaria has a special atmosphere; Munich is truly unlike other cities in Germany. Romantic castles in the foothills of the Alps, exquisite architecture in the late Gothic style, Tyrolean songs and lively conversations over a glass of excellent Bavarian beer - all this makes Munich a unique and charming, very pleasant and interesting place from a tourism point of view. In autumn, the world-famous beer festival, Oktoberfest, is held here; but you can feel its spirit all year round in the old Hofbräuhaus beer garden, where the best beers and noisy fun never end. Munich is famous for both its historical architecture: squares, cathedrals and palaces, and its modern architecture: the BMW Museum, Allianz Arena, Olympic Park and Tower.

For those who want to save time on preparing for the trip and immerse themselves more fully in the atmosphere and history of the city, I would recommend using the services of a private guide. In my opinion, individual excursions are much more interesting than organized excursions with their large number of people and a hackneyed program. Moreover, you can always agree with a private guide at a time and day convenient for you.

Take a look at the selected author's excursions below, perhaps you will like something. I liked the Munich Express Tour and Munich Through the Eyes of the Everyman. The first one is well suited for those who have only a couple of hours, for example, during transit in Munich.

What to see in Munich

Frauenkirche Cathedral

The Frauenkirche, or Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, is a 15th-century pavilion-type building created in the late Gothic style. Located in the center of Munich between Odeonsplatz and Marienplatz squares. The Frauenkirche is the tallest cathedral in Munich and belongs to the Catholic Archdiocese of Munich and Freising. The 22 columns of the Cathedral create the illusion of a small space, however, it is so huge that it could accommodate up to 20,000 people (and the population of Munich at the time of the construction of the Frauenkirche was only 13,000 people). The cathedral is 99 meters high and is the tallest building in the city.

The entrance is free.

Marienplatz Square

This is the central square of Munich and one of its most famous attractions. There are two Munich town halls here, the New and the Old. This is where Kaufingerstrasse starts. The historical Viktualienmarkt market is also located here. Under the square is a junction station of the Munich metro, connected to the S-Bahn line. The Marienzoile column and the Fischbrunnen fountain were also built on the square. Marienplatz is an immersion in the atmosphere of medieval Germany.

The entrance is free.

BMW Museum

The BMW Museum is dedicated to more than a century of history of the concern; it presents an exhibition of aircraft propellers, engines, motorcycles and cars. In addition to the museum, the complex of buildings of modern architecture also includes the main headquarters of the BMW company and the modern BMW Welt center. The BMW Museum building is bowl-shaped when viewed from above, with the company logo visible on the roof. The 22-story headquarters building resembles the outline of a four-cylinder engine and is included in the list of architectural monuments of Munich. The BMW Museum building was opened for the 1972 Olympics, and a new pavilion opened in 2008. In addition to old cars, the museum has an interactive part with installations and modern conceptual models that you can sit in. In addition to the museum exposition, a tour of the production facility is also available by appointment. Read more.

Entrance fee: 10 euros for adults

Odeonsplatz

The square was founded by King Maximilian I of Bavaria in 1828 on the site of the destroyed city walls of the Schwabing Gate. The famous architect Leo von Klenze took part in the construction of the square. Here in 1862 a monument to Ludwig the First was erected - a huge equestrian statue. On Odeonsplatz there are several attractions of Munich: Theatinerkirche - a church created in the late Baroque style, the Arcade of Generals, the luxurious Leuchtenberg Palace and the Odeon concert hall.

The entrance is free.

National Theater

The National, or Royal, Theater has been a cultural symbol of Bavaria and Munich since 1818. It was designed by the architect Karl von Fischer in the style of a classical Greek temple. It is the main performance venue for the Bavarian Opera and Ballet. The theater is located on Max Joseph Square. The facade of the building is decorated with a colonnade, and inside there is a huge number of elegant sculptures. The Royal Theater is famous for the fact that such world-famous composers as Strauss and Wagner presented their works here for the first time.

Entry cost: tickets for performances start from a few euros.

Beer restaurant Hofbräuhaus

The Hofbräuhaus or Court Brewery is one of Munich's most famous tourist attractions. This old beer garden with three large halls and a garden is located in the historical center, next to the city's main square, Marienplatz. The history of the court brewery of the Bavarian dukes began in 1607, and in 1828 the restaurant was opened to the public. The Hofbräuhaus was visited by many famous people, from Mozart to Lenin. The restaurant can accommodate up to 4 thousand people at a time. An orchestra plays in the main hall on the ground floor, visitors are seated at long wooden tables with benches, and beer is served in huge liter mugs. Here you can try traditional Bavarian dishes, such as the famous knuckle with cabbage and pretzels - salty Bavarian pretzels for beer. And, of course, this is the very place where you can and should try many varieties of excellent Bavarian beer, not only the familiar ones, but also more exotic ones, for example, beer with lemonade.

Entry cost: 1 liter of branded beer - about 7.5 euros

Pinakothek Munich

Munich has become famous throughout the world thanks to its art galleries - the Old and New Pinakothek, as well as the Pinakothek of Modernity. The Alte Pinakothek displays works of art up to the mid-18th century. Opposite it is the New Pinakothek with works from the 19th - early 20th centuries. The third, the Pinakothek of Contemporary Art, houses paintings by contemporary artists. The New Pinakothek has a collection of more than 3,000 paintings and 300 sculptures. The Pinakothek Moderna includes four museums that are completely different from each other: the Exposition of Modern Art, the New Exposition, the Architectural Museum and the State Graphic Collection of Munich.

Entrance fee: from 4 euros per adult.

Königsplatz

Köningsplatz is a square on Briennerstrasse. It was created in 1830 in the form of an ancient forum. It was planned that it would become a cultural square in the so-called “New Athens”. In the northern part there is the Glyptotek with a collection of ancient Roman and Greek art. In the western part there is the “gate of the square” - something like the entrance to the Acropolis. The building of the State Antique Collection is on the south side. And at the end of the square you can see the Abbey of St. Boniface. In the eastern part of the square there are the administrative buildings of the NSDAP and the Führerbau, which have survived from 1936 to this day. During the Third Reich, rallies and marches were held in this square. Nowadays, in the summer, open-air concerts and cultural events take place here.

The entrance is free.

German Museum of Natural Sciences and Technology

This is the largest museum of technology and natural history in Munich. It has more than 28,000 exhibits from more than 50 branches of science. Founded in 1903 as a result of a meeting of German engineers, it has long been called the “museum of masterpieces of natural science and technology.” Here you can see artificial lightning, an airplane runway, a mining mine and much more. In the Museum's planetarium, with the help of a projection onto a 15-meter dome, you can experience a realistic journey through the solar system within the observable universe. A tunnel almost a kilometer long was built under the Museum building - and this is also an exhibition hall: here you can plunge into the world of mining. Located on the island of Museumsinsel, on the Isar River.

Cost: 11 euros per adult.

Olympic Tower and Olympic Park

Entrance fee: Olympic Tower for adults 7 euros, Olympic Stadium for adults 3 euros. Children under 6 years old are free.

Column Friedensengel

The thirty-eight-meter column is installed at the end of Prinzregentstrasse. The monument is dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1871. The column is decorated with a Corinthian capital, and on top there is a statue of the goddess of Victory Nike. At the observation deck, visitors are offered two wonderful views at once: on the one hand, the city at their feet, on the other, a statue in a glow of gold. On summer evenings, this place gives tourists and city residents a romantic experience: the fountains at the base of the monument are illuminated by atmospheric night lighting.

The entrance is free.

Nymphenburg Palace

It is one of the largest castles in Europe and the largest building in Germany. Located in the western part of Munich, in the Neuhausen-Nymphenburg district. It was built in 1675, in the Baroque style. The interiors of the castle are quite varied. The Great Hall in Nymphenburg is decorated in the Rococo style and decorated with frescoes. The Gallery of Beauties houses 36 of the most beautiful women in Europe. In general, each hall of the palace is a masterpiece of architecture: everything suggests that the palace was once the residence of a royal dynasty. The palace park, covering an area of ​​more than 200 hectares, attracts tourists with lakes, water cascades and palace pavilions. There are many swans in the park. On the territory of Nymphenburg, the Tsar's stable, luxurious baths, a hunting lodge, a swimming pool, a bathhouse, the Magdalenklause chapel and many other buildings that are interesting to visit were also built.

Entrance fee: from 8.5 euros per adult.

A few years ago, Anastasia Kazantseva moved to Munich and... fell in love with this city once and for all! For those who are planning to visit the capital of Bavaria for the first time, Nastya has prepared several routes for independent walks, through which you will not only see the main attractions of the city, but will also be able to feel its unique and so inviting atmosphere.

Munich is the third largest city in Germany after Berlin and Hamburg. Its name comes from the old German word “Mönche”, i.e. monks. It is believed that the beginning of Munich was laid by the Benedictine monks who lived on the banks of the Isar River, which still flows through the entire city.

It is worth noting that Munich is organized in an interesting way: each city district has an established infrastructure, because... Previously, these were separate villages and villages, which later merged into one city. Therefore, despite the fact that more than a million people live in Munich, there is neither a bustle nor a crowd in it. This is a very compact and cozy city.

The capital of one of the richest lands in Germany fascinates with its simple, austere, but at the same time, pompous architecture. I suggest taking a walk through the ancient center and exploring the main attractions of Munich, which will give you the opportunity to feel the spirit of the city.

Before starting the walk, I want to warn you about specific weather conditions: they can change dramatically in just one hour - from heat to cold wind with rain. So I highly recommend having a complete set of clothes with you for all occasions.

1. Karlsplatz or Stachus

Let's start our walking tour of Munich from the beautiful Karl Square - Karlsplatz or, as it is also called, Stachus. “Stachus” is an unofficial name that has been established for a long time. According to one version, in the Middle Ages archers practiced here - Stachelschuss - “Stachelshus”.

It is easy to get to Karlsplatz from anywhere in the city using almost all city trains (S-Bahn), trams and other public transport.

On one side of the square there is Palace of Justice and Bavarian Court, and the center is occupied by an unusual fountain, the jets of which flow directly from the paving stones.

2. Frauenkirche in Munich

But you shouldn’t be particularly distracted by boutiques, because... You can skip the left turn to the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Frauenkirche is the tallest cathedral in Munich, which has long become a symbol of the city.

According to one legend, the devil himself helped build this temple, but the condition was that he had no windows. The architect outwitted the devil by arranging the windows in such a way that the “unclean”, having stepped on the threshold (and he could not go further), would not see the windows. Having revealed the deception, the devil stamped his foot in anger and left a mark in the floor, which is still shown to tourists to this day.

By the way, if while visiting the Frauenkirche you have the opportunity to attend an organ concert, be sure to take it! The feeling of the sounds of this instrument within the walls of the cathedral cannot be expressed in words - it must be heard and felt!

3. Marienplatz

After visiting the church, return back to Kaufingerstrasse and you will not notice how in just a few minutes you will find yourself in the central square of Munich - Marienplatz or Mary's Square.

To your left will rise a majestic Gothic building - new Town Hall. On its facade there is an interesting clock, which every day at 11:00 and 21:00 (and from May to October at 12:00 and 17:00), together with the ringing of bells and 32 figures, almost life-size, represent scenes from history cities: royal wedding, knight's tournament, dancing...

A seemingly newer building stands a little to the side, but in fact it is old Town Hall. Most of this building today is occupied by the Toy Museum.

4. Viktualienmarkt

Having examined all the sights of Marienplatz, cross it and go a little to the right - there is a market for always fresh products. Here you can find everything from mushrooms to delicacies. Naturally, the prices correspond to the quality. For tourists there are a couple of tents with interesting souvenirs: herbal infusions, spices, unusual home decorations and toys made from natural materials. It will be really interesting to see this place.

5. Hofbrauhaus

If you get hungry after seeing all the goodies at the market, you can go and refresh yourself with Bavarian dishes and, of course, beer. The best place for this is the court brewery - the Hofbräuhaus - a restaurant known almost throughout the world. By the way, it is famous not only for its cuisine and drinks, but also for its guests. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elizaveta of Bavaria, Vladimir Lenin and his wife Nadezhda Krupskaya, and Adolf Hitler visited here. The beginning of the Nazi Party was laid here, but let’s not talk about the bad.

6. Odeonsplatz

After tasting the beer, you can continue exploring the Old Town. Now it is best to walk to Residenzstrasse and follow it to Odeonsplatz. Along the way you will come across a street of boutiques - Maximilianstrasse, as well as one of the largest theaters in Europe - National Theater. Further on the right side you will see the beginning of a large ensemble Residence buildings.

There are a couple of passages inside - feel free to look - you will find very nice courtyards there, reminiscent of the atmosphere of the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm and taking us back to the Middle Ages... Although there is nothing particularly pompous there, this reflects the whole German essence - simple and cozy. And on the eve of Christmas, there are magical holiday markets here =)

On the Odeonsplatz square itself there is a Catholic Church, one of the tombs of the German princes - Theatinerkirche. Its interior, decorated in white, gives the impression that you are in heaven - everything is very airy, “circular” and soft. Also on Odeonsplatz there is an arch in honor of famous commanders - Feldherrnhalle.

7. Next, there are two route options:

Option A- for those who want to enjoy nature and see one of the largest parks in Europe. The main thing is that the weather is conducive to long walks;)

Option B- for those who want to visit bars, restaurants, discos and see the austere, ancient-urban Munich.

So, option A:

After Odeonsplatz we go towards the Residence and find ourselves in Hofgarten.

This is a beautiful garden, great for romantic walks. In the center of it there is a gazebo, in which something is constantly happening - either a musician is playing, or a dance club is organizing an evening of salsa, rumba, etc. But even if nothing happens there, the gazebo itself, surrounded by flowers and greenery, is simply mesmerizing .

The capital of Bavaria is deservedly popular among tourists. Here you can stroll along ancient streets, admire medieval cathedrals and castles, visit museums and theaters.

Don’t know what to see in Munich in 1 day on your own? Use our guide! We have built a 3.1 km route for you, which runs through the city center. During the walk you will have the opportunity to see 11 attractions.

Our journey begins with a visit to the central square of Munich called Marienplatz. Since 1158, city events, tournaments and public executions took place here. The square is decorated with a column with a gilded statue of the Virgin Mary, which was erected in 1638. Residents prayed to Our Lady for salvation from the cholera epidemic that was raging in the country. There are also two important historical sites here - the New and Old Town Halls.

Old Town Hall

The neo-Gothic building stands on the eastern side of Marienplatz. Within its walls, Joseph Goebbels delivered a memorable speech that marked the beginning of the Holocaust. The first mention of the town hall dates back to 1310. In the middle of the 19th century. The city council moved to another building - the New Town Hall. The original location now houses souvenir shops and a toy museum.

New Town Hall

Its construction lasted about 40 years and was completed in 1905. The facade of the building is decorated with frescoes depicting kings, saints, Bavarian dukes, as well as heroes of myths and legends. The 85-meter main tower can be reached by elevator for panoramic views of the Old Town.

The Town Hall is decorated with a chiming clock, which plays a 15-minute performance in front of the audience every day. You will be able to see scenes from medieval life in Munich. Those wishing to explore the building from the inside can purchase a ticket, which costs 10 euros. Children under 18 years of age have free admission.

Frauenkirche

Next, our path lies to the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which is located near Marienplatz. This architectural monument is on the list of must-sees in Munich. The tallest building of the city is considered its symbol. The construction of the majestic Gothic cathedral was completed in 1526.

Several interesting legends are associated with Frauenkirche. So, at the main entrance there is a trace allegedly left by the devil himself. Tradition says that the unclean danced here with glee, thinking that there were no windows in the church. In fact, they are intricately hidden behind columns.

St. Michael's Church

Now you have to explore the Church of St. Michael. It is located on Neuhauserstrasse, literally a stone's throw from the Frauenkirche. In 1556, Albert V, Duke of Bavaria, gave the Jesuit order permission to build a temple in Munich. This is truly a masterpiece of architectural art. The church is decorated with sculptures of the rulers of Bavaria, and near the entrance there is a statue of the Archangel Michael.

Azamkirche

You can get here in about 20 minutes. Construction of the Church of St. John of Nepomuk was conducted from 1733 to 1746. This small temple boasts the most luxurious interior of any religious building in Munich. The architects - the Azam brothers - initially planned to build a private chapel on this site. The absence of direct customers allowed them to give free rein to their imagination.

Sendlingerstrasse

After visiting the Asamkirche, you will find yourself on the old shopping street Sendlingerstrasse with all kinds of shops. They sell food, clothing, shoes and home decoration here. Many of the shops located here have been passed down from generation to generation. This is a great place for shopping!

Viktualienmarkt

When planning what to see in Munich in one day, don't miss the Viktualienmarkt food market. Continue towards Marienplatz along Oberanger Street. A market appeared on this site back in 1807. There are about 140 shops, mostly aimed at tourists and selling gourmet delicacies. Festivals, competitions and performances are held here periodically.

Peterskirche

A 5-minute walk from the market is the Church of St. Peter - the oldest city church, built back in the 11th century. True, after the fire at the beginning of the 14th century. the building was rebuilt in the Gothic style. Here you can see the creations of the medieval sculptor Erasmus Grasser, paintings by the painter Johann Baptist Zimmermann and the gilded skeleton of St. Mundita, decorated with precious stones.

Hofbrauhaus

This is perhaps the most famous brasserie in the world. It is located on Platzl, near Peterskirche. The Hofbräuhaus opened its doors back in 1607. At that time, the brewery of local rulers was located here. This magnificent foamy drink, served with traditional Bavarian dishes, can be enjoyed not only during the holiday. Welcome to the restaurant!

Maximilianstrasse

Munich is not the largest European city; according to data from 6 years ago, less than 1.5 million inhabitants lived in it, but in terms of its richness in historical, cultural and architectural monuments, it will give odds to many other European cities, rightfully considered a pearl. What to see in Munich in 1, 2, 3 days and where to go? The possibilities in the capital of the state of Bavaria are so wide that it makes it difficult to choose.

How to get there?

To travel to Munich you need a Schengen visa. Its cost is 35 euros, a set of required documents to obtain it is listed on the website www.germania.diplo.de, to obtain it you must contact the embassy or consulates that are located in large cities.

There is no direct train to Munich; you will have to go with a transfer, for example through Prague. It is possible to travel by bus or personal transport, but the best thing is a direct plane, which will take you to the place in 3-4 hours. The airport is located 28 km from the city; to travel to Munich it is better to choose the train - the fastest mode of transport here, eliminating traffic jams.

In the city itself there is an extensive scheme of four types of transport - tram, bus, metro, city train. Travel on any transport costs the same; it is more profitable to purchase a ticket for 1 or 3 days. Transport runs exactly on schedule down to the minute.

City center

Marienplatz / Ashwin Chandrasekaran, flickr.om

The Old Town and Marienplatz are a magnet for lovers of architectural monuments. Most excursions begin with a visit to this square. What to see in Munich in 1 day? For the first day inspection we recommend:

1. The Old Town Hall is a building in the Gothic style with an interesting multi-figure clock; the building houses a toy museum;
2. The new town hall in pseudo-Gothic style, the tallest building on the square, from the observation deck (an elevator is provided for access) offers a wonderful city panorama;
3. Peterskirche - the Gothic Church of St. Peter, the oldest existing in the city, there is a statue of the Saint in the altar, on the 92-meter high bell tower there is also a viewing platform, but the ascent to it is not mechanized;
4. The Obelisk of Marienzoile is the topographical center of the city, the marble stele is crowned with a bronze statue of the Virgin Mary with the baby Jesus in her arms;
5. The Fischbrunnen Fountain was built in the 14th century; previously there was a fish market around it, hence the name (German: Fisch - fish). An ancient tradition of city residents is to rinse empty wallets in it to quickly fill it.

Odeonsplatz / Anthony V., flickr.com

Marienplatz is connected to the next interesting point of view - Odeonsplatz square - Neunhauserstrasse - Munich's pedestrian zone. On the street you can admire the late Gothic Frauenkirche - the tallest church, a symbol of the city, built in the Rococo style of the Azamkirche (St. John of Nepomuk), named after the Azam brothers who built it.

On Odeonsplatz itself there are:

1. Theatinerkirche.
2. Loggia Feldfernhalle.
3. Residence Palace Complex.

The Theatinerkirche (Holy Trinity Cathedral) was built in the late Baroque style. Copper domes and snow-white richly decorated interior are one of the most visited places by tourists.

The Feldfernhalle, a piece of Italy transferred to Germany, is identical to the Loggia of Lanzi, one of the architectural monuments from Florence. Another name for the loggia is the arcade of the commanders. The army monument and statues of commanders Tilly and Wrede, cast in bronze, remind of the victories of Bavaria.

Munich Residence / Pierre Andre Leclercq, flickr.com

The Residence Palace is located opposite the Theatinerkirche. The former residence of the Bavarian royal house of Wittelsbach, located in the Hofgarten garden, has been converted into a museum complex. The eight buildings of the palace are connected by passages that form courtyards.

Here's what you can see in the Residence museums: a rich collection of jewelers' creations, royal regalia, a chapel with mosaic panels made of semi-precious stones, miniatures - these exhibits make up the pride of the museum's collection.

A traveler visiting Munich for the first time will be interested in visiting some of the city’s neighborhoods:

• Heidenhausen is a fashionable area south of the Old Town with a large number of nightclubs, attractive to the intellectual elite and artists;
• Schwabing is the center of the city's nightlife, a center of avant-garde art with lots of entertainment, restaurants and antique shops.
• Westend is an area inhabited by people from other countries, mainly Turkey, and has an oriental flavor.

A trip to Munich can be combined with a visit to the premiere at the National Theater, which is considered one of the best in the world. Innovative productions of both classical and modern operas and ballets are known. Stars of the world stage, outstanding composers and conductors collaborate with the theater. The building, built in the classicist style, copies the Odeon theater in Paris.

After completing a rich cultural program, you can relax and satisfy your hunger in numerous cafes and restaurants in the Old Town. Near Marienplatz is the Hofbräuhaus beer garden, which opened in 1589.

Major museums

We will devote another day to museums. There are many museums in Munich, getting to know them requires much more time than the allotted 1-2-3 days. But among them there are several, not to see which is a sin for a traveler:

• Pinakothek;
• German Museum;
• Nymphenburg Palace;
• Glyptothek;
• BMW Museum.

Pinakothek / sanfamedia.com, flickr.com

Pinakothek – a complex of art galleries “Area of ​​Arts” – is the name of the museum quarter. The world-famous collection of works is decorated with works by Durer, Rubens, Van Dyck, Botticelli, Cranach, Leonardo, Bruegel and many other geniuses.

The German Museum is the largest museum of natural history and technology, distinguished by the fact that the tourist there becomes an experimenter. The museum's exposition with a total length of 19 km cannot be explored in 1 day, so it is advisable to choose a route in advance in the areas of science of interest.

Nymphenburg Palace was built as a summer country residence, but with the expansion of the city's borders it became part of it. The luxurious complex “a la Versailles” is now a complex of museums, here you can visit the museum of carriages, porcelain, the Gallery of Beauties, the Tapestry Hall, the hall of coats of arms, and the Chinese lacquer cabinet.

The Glyptotek is a collection of sculpture from ancient Rome and Greece. The museum was founded in 1830. Particularly interesting are the sculptures from the pediment of the Temple of Athena Aphaia from the island of Aegina, the Barberini faun (drunken satyr). Munich is the headquarters of the BMW concern. The museum displays manufactured cars.

Even the museums on this short list cannot be visited in a day. Just examining the collections of the Pinakothek will require more than one month, and in Munich there is also the State Museum of Egyptian Art, the State Paleontological Museum, the State Museum of Applied and Ancient Art - and we could go on for a long time. So the question is: “What to visit in Munich?” should not arise.

Neighborhood

Lake Constance / Ștefan Jurcă, flickr.com

By dedicating one day out of three to exploring the outskirts of Munich, you can see several unique natural parks and ancient castles:

• Lake Constance;
• Rhine Falls;
• Plettenberg Castle;
• Neuschwanstein Castle.

Lake Constance is located 180 km from the city; a trip there will take a whole day. This is a local resort area. On the island near the town of Lindau there is a pedestrian zone, many cafes and recreation areas. The town itself is very picturesque, reminiscent of Italy.

From Lindau, along the German or Swiss shore of the lake, you can drive to the Rhine Falls, in the waters of which Arthur Conan Doyle originally wanted to drown Sherlock Holmes. The largest waterfall in Europe is located 20 km from Lake Constance on a bend of the Rhine. From the observation deck you can appreciate the power of water falling in a wide stream with enormous speed.

Plettenberg Castle has been known since the 12th century, and has stood in its modern form since the mid-15th century - the hunting castle of the Bavarian Duke Albrecht II is washed on three sides by water. Now it houses a youth library.

Because of its picturesqueness, Neuschwanstein Castle has found its way onto the wallpaper of computer tables. Never fully completed according to the design of Ludwig II, the castle nevertheless became the main attraction of the area. Built in the neo-Gothic style, it amazes with its size and graceful silhouette. The castle regularly hosts classical music concerts.

Interesting for little travelers

Flamingos at Hellabrunn Zoo / oocoryxx, flickr.com

In Munich it is not difficult to find an attraction that will interest a child. What to see in Munich with Children? In addition to the already mentioned toy museum in the Old Town Hall, we can recommend visiting the botanical garden and zoo, the German Museum and the BMW Museum.

The new botanical garden presents plants both characteristic of the nature of Bavaria and exotic ones. You can take a walk in the deciduous forest, see the collection of trees of the South, the collection of ferns and the collection of rhododendrons. The total number of plants in the New Botanical Garden is about 14 thousand specimens.

Hellabrunn Zoo, a nature reserve on the right bank of the Isar River, is the world's first geo-zoo. Opened in 1911. Children will enjoy visiting the elephant enclosure, aquarium and bat pavilion.

In the German Museum, a little traveler, participating in experiments, can feel like a natural scientist. In addition, you can touch many of the exhibits there with your hands.

The BMW Museum is a collection of all brands of cars that have ever rolled off the concern's assembly line. Here you can ride simulators of the latest modifications.

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Oktoberfest

The most famous holiday in Bavaria is the autumn beer festival Oktoberfest. Thousands of beer lovers annually, at the end of September - beginning of October, for more than two hundred years, come to the capital of Bavaria - Munich, to drink this drink for 2 weeks and 2 days on Theresienweisse Square (Theresa's Meadow), dressed in national Bavarian clothes, produced at one of the 6 main breweries.

The holiday is so popular that all hotels are overcrowded, and prices fly into space. For tourists who do not drink beer, this period is the only time for an undesirable excursion to Munich.

Bavaria is a picturesque southern region of Germany, lying next to the Alps, with fertile soil and a mild climate. In spring and autumn, winter and summer - at any time of the year, getting to know Bavaria and Munich will bring pleasure and broaden your horizons.

The Bavarian dukes and kings of the Wittelsbach dynasty built their wonderful world on this land in the center of Europe. It is more modest than those of imperial France, Austria, Russia, but is cozy and demonstrates its Bavarian mentality, expressed by the motto “Bavaria loves you.”