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Eisbachwelle, or the “Eisbach wave” in Munich.

The world’s most unlikely surf break has suddenly vanished

The Eisbach Wave, one of Munich’s most offbeat attractions, suddenly disappeared late last year. But its once turbulent waters could well serve as a metaphor.

  • Anthony Dennis
The ivy-covered Pfistermühle restaurant.

Historic hotel by legendary beer family just got a refresh

Fondly recalled by locals as one of Munich’s most traditional stays, a renovation in 2024 brought the hotel into the 21st century.

  • Kate Armstrong
The hotel and its old facade.

This hotel is a city within a city, a world of its own

This German hotel offers a magnificent balance of modernity and history.

  • Anabel Dean
The Bavarians, who invented the beer garden now common across Germany, still know best how to enjoy it.

Bavarian beer gardens: A quick guide to biergarten culture in Germany

The Bavarians, who invented the beer garden now common across Germany, still know best how to enjoy it.

  • Brian Johnston
In Munich, beer gardens and a healthy lifestyle go hand-in-hand.

Munich, Germany: Expert expat Will Hodgett's travel tips

Will Hodgett is the co-founder and director of Two Palms Media Europe and has lived in Munich since 2014.

  • Belinda Jackson
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Munich has all of the modern facilities that you would expect from a great air hub.

World's best airport: Munich Airport is Europe's best, and it might be the world's

​There's a European airport that has its own brewery. A real brewery.

  • Ben Groundwater
Neuschwanstein is the epitome of a fantasy castle.

Bavaria, Germany travel guide and things to do: The 20 highlights

Bavaria is one of Europe's richest and most diverse regions, with castles, hiking trails, scenic drives and good beer to entice visitors.

  • Brian Johnston
Germany has long had a relaxed attitude to nakedness.

Getting naked in Germany's bathhouses: Why Germans are the champions of public nudity

Unlike its Japanese equivalent, where each gender has its own section, a German bathhouse is a completely mixed-gender clothing-free environment.

  • Tim Richards
The beautifully lit interior of the Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.

Sofitel Munich Bayerpost, review: Contemporary chic in a historic setting

The Sofitel Munich Bayerpost features a striking contemporary interior and a great location - especially for those travelling to and from Munich by train.

  • Anthony Dennis
Surfer auf der Citywave bei der 3. Surf & Style Europameisterschaft am Flughafen M?nchen

The greatest European airport: Surf, ice skate, nap (oh, and fly) at Munich Airport

An airport you can surf in? Here are ten reasons this European airport is on par with Asia's best.

  • Barry Divola