Germany - Munich beer festival

Welcome to the world of beer, sausages, girls in traditional dresses, , lederhosen and the worst German songs you’ve ever heard.

Every year many beer drinkers find their way to Munich to take part of the biggest and best known beer festival ‘Oktoberfest’. It lasts approximately two weeks and to confuse you, most part of the festival takes place in September. Octoberfest takes place in the area called Theresienwiesen, just outside Munich old town. It takes about 10min from Munich Hauptbanhof central station.

There are different beer halls where everyone is sitting around big tables drinking as much beer as possible guided by a German orchestra. Strong blond women with braids are running around with big jugs of beer. They carry sometimes more than 10 jugs at the same time which weighs heaps. Impressive. At Oktoberfest it’s all about tradition and being sober is not an option. Everyone is wearing dirndls (for girls) and lederhösen (for boys) even if it’s cold outside and freezing. The atmosphere is great and everyone is happy. When you need a break from all the booze you can go to the amusement park or fill your tummy with sweets, pretzels, sausages, pie, schnitzel, … You feel like a little kid again and Oktoberfest is your playground.

Remember booking a table is almost impossible, usually you make a reservation months ahead of the event. There are no smoking areas, smoking was prohibited since 2008. In the evening closing time is at 22. 00h and 22. 30on weekends. Beyond these hours no alcohol is served anymore and the waiters and police are rather strict on closing times.

There are big campsites setup approximately 30 mins by public transportation. Here the fun just continues. People from all around the world are dancing together, drinking, doing beer bongs, spinning the wheel and having the best time of their lives. Don’t be surprised when you suddenly see someone run around naked, drink a beer from a boot or watch a guy dressed like a lobster. It’s all part of the stoke madness you just have to experience yourself.

If you want to discover more of the city Munich the well-educated guides will show you around. You’re mum will be proud when she notices that you’ve picked up something about the German culture and history besides drinking beer.

Amazing food, parties, live bands and awesome music, great people and unforgettable memories.

Travel makes it unique and it will be hard to leave! PROST!