Munich and Beyond

Welcome to Munich! More than 60 million people from aUaver the world visitthe capital of Bavaria every year. One reason for the popularity of this dty is the fascinating mixture af Bavarian trodition and an extraordinary cultural life plus interesting shopping fadlities. Traditional Bavarian atmosphere is found at the typical beer gardens. the Bavarian restaurants and at the festivals, such as the Octoberfrst. High quality art and music offered by internationally renowned museums and world famous orchestras attract connoisseurs and enthusiasts of aU countries. A broad variety of shops, shopping arcades in avenues and in the pedestrian eone are what the visitors find wha are looking for the idealsouvenir. And lost but not least Munich hos a veryspeciaL easygoingalmost Italian-likeflair... But find out foryourself! Hove a great time in Munich !

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Dr. Gabriel eishOupl Director of the Mun ich Iounst Board

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As"City-Manoger" of CityPortnerMunich I welcome you sincerely!

This City· andShopping-Guide should give you an idea of the unique variety offered in the capital of Bavaria. We andourpottners arelooking forward to your visitand wish you 0 very pleasant stay! wolfgang Fischer General Manager, CityPartnerMiinchen

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FACTS

• A few Facts on the City

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• Practical Tips

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• Munich - a Shopper's Paradise • l et's go shopping ! • Shopping Directory •

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DINING

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• Eating out in -Munich & beyond• Dining & Nightlife Directory

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• Much ado about Beer

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• local Food Dictionary

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City of Culture

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Theatres and Concerts

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Museums and Iialleries

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Churches and Palaces

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HOONO MUN)CH

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• Schliersee • Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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Redaktlon: Roger Hers, COlal fiers Bilder:Raphael Braune, Tourist\k-Arbeitsgemeinsllery, ivory, paintings, icons, East Asian art ware. bronze figurines and wood sculptures. Antiques from the 18th, 19th & 20th century. Salvatcrstr. 8 Munich (close by Theatiner Church) Phone: (089) 293664 Hours:mOrlAri.1()--6. sat. ID-I

As ene of Munich's oldest men'swearstores, we offer classicstyles wit h fashionable desi9ns. Enjoy our unique collectionof Trachten (traditional) fashion from SchneiderS. sportswearfrom Ganl and Dutfitsmade ftom the finest Italian & Britishfabrics.

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BEYOND MUNICH

BEYOND MUNICH

Beyond Munich by train

The State of Bavaria encourages

Your visit to Munich would be incompletewithout getting to know the surrounding country-side. Bavaria is beautiful! Here you'll find unspoiled nature, strong people and fascinating traditions. By all means make the time to see not only Munich but venture out and explore "beyond"! On the following pages we want to acquaint you with some of its mountains, lakes and charming villages. Most places of interest can eastely be visited by train. The Bavarian government has seen to it that sightworthy places such as Germisch-Partenki rchen. Schliersee, rhiemsee, Koniqsee and the Atlgall-region can be conveniently reached by rail. -r' M

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The most sought after is the Bayern-Ticket. It allows up to 5 persons to travel unlimited anywhere in the state all day (weekdays from 9.00 am to 3.00 the next morning, sundays & holidaysfrom midnightto 3,00 the next day) from 24 turos-. If you are traveling on your own there is also a Bayern-TicketSingle from 17 turos -. "prices for tic kets purchased at vendi ng machines or via intemet, a ll oth er locations add 2 Euro. (rat es from 08/2005)

Most destinations are served from early morning till late evening on an hourly basis and - to make connections more convenient - manytrains arriveat main stations simultaneously.

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