Walking routes around Munich. Independent trip to Munich. Hop-on hop-off bus tour

It would seem impossible to get acquainted with huge city, spending only 1 day. But in fact, you can see the main ones in such a short period of time. You just need to follow the plan for the day, get up early and not be distracted by unnecessary things. Most of the most interesting places The capitals of Bavaria are located in the so-called Old Town (the center of Munich), which significantly saves time on moving between attractions.

Point No. 1. After breakfast, straight to the historical center of Munich, very beautiful place, from which you can quickly reach other attractions. At 11:00 there is a small performance here: figures of people come out of the clock and show important events from the history of the city, you can come back here by this time and watch the performance. It is also worth mentioning that these are the fourth largest chimes in Europe. The New Town Hall is also famous for the fact that its tower houses one of the best observation platforms in the city, which can be reached by elevator or stairs. On Marienplatz you will see another interesting building - the Old Town Hall.

Point No. 2.(St. Peter's Church). This is the most old church in Munich, whose history goes back 10 centuries. It can be seen from Marienplatz, so you will definitely go in the right direction. Tourists will be interested to see the unusual interior of the church; there is also a Observation deck(go up here if you haven’t gone up to the observation deck at the New Town Hall).

Point No. 3. Viktualienmarkt is the most famous market in Munich, located under open air. Here you can have a very tasty meal and buy something for the rest of the day. Also, by visiting this place, you will better understand how life goes. ordinary people in this city.

Point No. 4. Maximilianstrasse (Maximilianstrasse) is a street with a huge number of boutiques, beauty salons, and fashion houses. It is considered one of the largest “fashion streets” in Europe. Here, world brands sell the most expensive items from their collections.

Point No. 5.- one of the greatest art galleries Europe. Take one or two hours to visit this place, because... There is still a lot to see before the end of the day. Although for more long rest in Munich (4-7 days) it is better to plan 4-6 hours at the Alte Pinakothek. Then go have lunch at a cafe or restaurant, fortunately, there are many of them here.

Point No. 6.— here you will see how science and technology developed. Great amount(more than 16,000 exhibits) Vehicle: locomotives, airplanes, cars, ships, lunar rovers coexist with robots, modern engines, and tools from different eras. You need to allocate 2 hours to visit this museum.

Point No. 7.– one of the largest urban parks in the world. Here you can take a break from the bustle of the city, think about your own things or chat in a calm atmosphere. In the park itself there is interesting entertainment, cafes and attractions. You can even surf on artificial waves.

Munich is not only the third largest city in Germany, but also one of the most visited by tourists. Some are interested in the nearby Alps, others are interested in Oktoberfest, and others are interested in the capital of Bavaria itself.

It is not possible to visit all the sights in one day, so we will first talk about the most interesting places in the historical center of the city, and in the second part of the article we will talk about the BMW Museum and football stadium"Bavaria".

Attractions in the city center:

Marienplatz

Once you find yourself in the city, you won’t even notice how Munich will offer you its “hand” and “heart”. The "Hand" is the Isar River, which originates in mountain alps, and flows along the entire city. People like to relax and unwind on its shores local residents and tourists tired from excursions. And the “heart” of the city is the famous St. Mary’s Square called “Marienplatz”. This is where you should start getting to know the city, especially if you don’t have much time at your disposal.

The square is located in the very center of the city. Its center is decorated with a column of the Virgin Mary, and on the sides are the Old and New Town Halls.

In addition to these attractions, along the perimeter of the square there are tall houses built closely together, built in various architectural styles. Their lower floors were occupied by local shops, cafes, restaurants and souvenir shops.

Old Town Hall

The Old Town Hall (next to the tower with the spire) is an ancient building made in gothic style.

One of the walls of the town hall is decorated with a large theatrical clock. Three times a day (at 11, 12 and 17 o'clock) the figures of knights come to life and you can see with your own eyes how knightly tournaments used to be held on this square.

New Town Hall

The New Town Hall building was completed at the beginning of the 20th century. This is a large architectural complex in the neo-Gothic style. The length of its facade is more than 100 m.

Now it's workplace city ​​council and management.

Cathedral of the Holy Virgin

Being in the city center you can't miss it main temple city ​​- Frauenkirche Cathedral.

It was built back in the 15th century. Its height is 99 meters. Exactly this high building in the city (since 2004 it has been prohibited to build structures higher than this).

The upper part of the cathedral is crowned with two bell towers with domes, and inside there are 22 white columns.

The temple was built in a strict Gothic style, its interior space is laconic and sublime. And the entrance to the cathedral is marked by the so-called “footprint of the devil” - a dark footprint.

St. Peter's Church

Nearby is the Peterskirche, the oldest city church.

Climbing onto the observation deck of its bell tower, which is located at an altitude of 92 meters, you can see the entire city.

Hofgarten


It is impossible to imagine Munich without its large green park complexes.

Hofgarten is a royal garden founded more than 4 centuries ago. Located in the center of the city.

One of most beautiful places park - Temple of Diana - music pavilion with elegant fountains. There are live concerts there classical music and various dance events.

English garden

For a more active pastime, choose the English Garden. It is also located near the center.

Here you can not only take a leisurely walk in the shade of tall trees, but also ride bicycles, ride in an open-top horse-drawn carriage and even surf!

Maximillianstrasse

Shopping lovers should take a stroll along the shopping artery of the capital of Bavaria - Maximilianstrasse. The boutiques of the best fashion houses in Europe are located here.

Market Viktualienmarkt

Viktualienmarkt is the main market not only in Munich, but throughout Bavaria. Here you can buy not only local delicacies, but also souvenirs to remember your trip.

Local residents also visit the market to buy farm produce.

German Museum

View exhibits of scientific and technical achievements possible in the German Museum. It contains unique examples of technology: the first computer, the first space capsule and even the first hair dryer.

The subjects of the exhibits are varied - from space to agriculture.

Nymphenburg

Nymphenburg is the largest palace and park complex. There's greatness here architectural complexes harmonizes with the beauty of the landscape. Throughout the territory there are 4 palaces, several gardens and parks, and white swans slowly swim along the water channels.

Old Pinakothek

Visit the Old Pinakothek - art gallery, where masterpieces of painting created before the 18th century are collected. The collection includes paintings by Rubens, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and other famous artists.

What to see with children

Toy Museum

If you are traveling with children, then when you are on the central square of Marienplatz, go up the spiral staircase inside the Old Town Hall tower. There is interesting museum toys. He is about 30 years old.

The four floors house a variety of toys from all over the world. Some of them have great historical value.

There is even a teddy bear that is over 100 years old!

Zoo

Children will also enjoy a visit to the Munich Zoo. It is one of the best zoos in Europe. Located on the banks of the Isar River. The conditions for keeping animals there are as close to natural as possible.

The entire territory of the zoo is conditionally divided into parts, according to the continents. There are more than 14 thousand animals in the zoo!

Of course, there are a lot of places worth seeing in Munich. There are several dozen museums alone. Most Popular:

  • Bavarian National Museum,
  • BMW Museum.

Weekend holidays for Russians who prefer independent travel are gaining popularity. It has become quite possible to travel under your own power to Munich to spend a weekend or two or three there holidays, for example, in May.

If you have such an opportunity, we are happy to offer a three-day itinerary around Munich, which will allow you to visit the most famous Munich attractions.

So, you have two or three wonderful days ahead of you in the capital of Bavaria. First of all, buy or download a city plan.

You won't see gray gothic in Munich. The streets of old Munich look like living illustrations to Hoffmann's fairy tales. At any time of the year, you can feel the atmosphere of a good holiday here. The center resembles a museum, but in a particularly cozy, bright and clean way - in the southern German way.

Bavarian Travel Card (München City Card)

For those who arrived by plane and have no other means of transportation besides their legs, it is recommended to purchase them at the airport or train station at the information center marked with the letter “i”, as well as at Reisezentrum(analogous to our information desk) universal Bavarian travel card - Munich City Card. It is designed for group trips of up to 5 people.

The main holder of the travel card enters his name on it, the other persons are “attached”. The ticket is valid for one day throughout Bavaria.

A one-day pass costs 31 euro, three-day - 51 euro. It's profitable.

From airport to city

There is a group taxi from the airport, similar to our minibus. The driver, just like ours, loudly gathers people: “Hauptbahnhof!”, that is - Central station. From the station to the center you can take any tram in the direction of Ostbahnhof - East Station.

First of all, eat some food

You can eat in different ways. Most often found in Munich Baba-doners- Turkish analogues of shawarma. It's worth such a baba doner 2-3 euros. A huge, filling döner is enough to fuel you for the whole day. In any bakery you can buy delicious giant salty pretzels or laugenbrötchen (brown salted buns).

For gourmets, the restaurant under the town hall is recommended. There, feel free to choose white Munich sausages, pork ankle with potato salad or potato pancakes (Kartoffelpuffer) with apple sauce. Tasty! A modest lunch will cost approximately 10 euros per person. Beer in the restaurant and in all establishments is expensive - in the store it is three times cheaper.

Sights of Munich

Let's move on to the sights!

Below we offer a route option for Munich for three days. In it we will briefly talk about the main attractions that are worth seeing in Munich.

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Route around Munich. Old city.

Marienplatz

Exactly at 10.00 at the city hall (the most gothic building of the square), a puppet show with mechanical figures-actors begins to strike the clock. From the central point of Marienplatz, streets radiate in all directions. This hiking trails which are full of shops, cafeterias and souvenirs. Nearby in a quiet park by the river Izar You can relax, look around and feed tame ducks and swans.

Frauenkirche and St. Michael's Cathedral

Must visit Women's Church. From Marienplatz it is only four hundred steps away. You will easily find out Frauenkirche along two rounded domes that evoke involuntary associations with female breasts. If you are lucky enough to attend the service, you will be able to listen to the majestic organ.

From the Frauenkirche tower good review for the whole of Munich. The cheerful Bavarians claim in all seriousness that the church was built with the help of an unlucky devil, whom the brave guys, of course, outwitted. There is even irrefutable evidence of the anger of an angry devil, which is proudly shown to tourists.

Another wonderful view of Munich opens from the baroque tower St. Michael's Cathedral, he is nearby. The observation deck can be reached by elevator.

The next point for today will be palace complex. In its beauty it outshines Versailles, although the French will not admit it. Fabulous Nymphenburg Palace surrounded by a French park, a bit reminiscent Summer garden with its canals, statues, neat paths, bridges and benches.

There is also a pavilion or small Amalienburg Palace(paid entrance, 2 euros). It’s simply a miracle: the miniature palace at the top also has an observation deck, and the inside is unusually luxurious.

Nearby you will find the entrance to Botanical Garden , one of best places for walking in Munich (entrance 3 euros). You can get there in half an hour by tram number 3.

New town. Allianz Arena

If after exploring the center of Munich you are not yet tired, let's visit a masterpiece modern architecture- Allianz Arena stadium, the residence of the coolest football club Bayern Munich(Bayern Munich). But it is best to postpone visiting this structure until dusk, then only then will you appreciate its true beauty.

The lighting of the building is so unusual that it is difficult to believe that Allianz is a human creation and not an alien object.

You can purchase team symbols and T-shirts in the stadium souvenir shop. In a restaurant Arena a la Carte By the way, it’s delicious, but the food is expensive. This is another reason to postpone your visit here until the afternoon in order to get to the restaurant closer to dinner.

From the station you can get to the Allianz Arena by metro line 2 with a change to line 6. From Marienplatz just take the metro train line 6.

BMW Museum

In the meantime, let's look at the exhibits of the BMW Museum. The building looks futuristic, despite the fact that it was built at the same time Olympic Village in the last century.

The museum is very large, but even with a cursory inspection you are amazed at how far into the future of the automotive industry German designers looked. There are also a couple of restaurants and cafes on the complex. From Marienplatz you can get to the BMW Museum by line number 3.

Weekend in Munich, day two

On the second day it is good to plan shopping, and in the second half of the day - a visit to Munich beer halls, the most famous of which is. It is also located in the center and every German will be happy to show the way. The beer here is very tasty, it's business card Munich.

A visit to pubs can last late into the night and continue into nightclubs, and a pleasant hop can turn into a severe hangover, so have a hearty snack (fortunately, snacks are often served for free) so that on the third day you can go to one of the fabulously beautiful castles.

You should talk about shopping in more detail. The “shopping mile,” as tourists call it, originates in the pedestrian area between the two squares Stachus and Marienplatz.

Luxury shopping with the latest fashion items of the highest standard can be found on Maximilianstrasse and Residenzstrasse. Seasonal discounts here are unprecedentedly generous - up to 90%. But you need to know the places.

Day three.

Famous Neuschwanstein Castle

On the third day, it’s time to visit the pearl of architecture, the construction of which devastated the royal treasury of Ludwig II of Bavaria. The legacy of the romantic king, who was born a prince but had the talent of a talented scientist, now brings Bavaria huge income from tourism. This .

Get to the castle in Schwangau possible by bus and train. You can order tickets online, or buy them at the box office on site based on: 90 cents for a group of 15 people, and 1.80 euro single tickets. At the castle you can get an audio guide in Russian (but not in all groups).

Blutenburg Castle

Undeservedly little attention is paid to the charming castle Schloss Blutenburg. The tragic love story between a noble duke and a simple girl will touch the hardest heart.

The castle was built in the late Gothic style between two picturesque lakes. Tram from the station: No. 4, 5, 6, 8 10 minutes to Munich-Passing station, and from there by bus No. 56 to the Bertha-von-Suttner-Weg stop.

We hope that our route around Munich will be able to show you this city from its best side.

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 and rain. So I strongly recommend having a complete set of clothes with you for all occasions.

1. Karlsplatz or Stachus

Let's start our walking tour in 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 occupies unusual fountain, the jets of which shoot 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 are interesting clocks, which are daily at 11:00 and 21:00 (and from May to October at 12:00 and 17:00) along with ringing bells and 32 figures, almost human-sized, represent scenes from the history of the city: a royal wedding, a knightly tournament, dances...


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 is how everything is reflected 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 lovely 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 rises at the eastern end 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-metre high 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 come to the ancient 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 perfect 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

 

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