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A Champions League weekend in Munich

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

If you're lucky (or rich) enough to have a ticket for this weekend's Champions League final in Munich, or even if you're just planning on heading to Bavaria to soak up the atmosphere, there's a fair chance you won't just be there for the duration of the game. And nor should you be: Munich may rightly be renowned as a beer-lover's paradise, but there is a variety of other attractions to suit all interests.

Friday
Yes, it's not all about beer, but what better way to kick things off than a visit...

Marcel goes to Munich, the Mondführer comes home.

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

Marcel Duchamp in München
Kunstbau
31st March - 15th July 2012

Iron Sky
Director: Timo Vuorensola. Release: April 2012.
Currently showing in Munich cinemas.


One of the most celebrated works in early 20th century art is on display in an U-Bahn station in Munich. Nude Descending a Staircase No. 2 is an absorbing modernist fusion of form, colour and energy, and forms the centrepiece of the first solo exhibition of Marcel Duchamp to be held here, currently to be seen in the Kunstbau in...

The USA and Europe have different ways of determining champions

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

An American who enjoys watching and playing sports tries to get a grasp on the European way of crowning a champion.
Whenever I go back to the States people often ask what it is about America I miss the most. They always wonder if it's the food, the music, or perhaps the people. And I do miss these things, for they do constitute a completely different culture, one that is richer than most people from Europe give it credit for. But these things are but window dressing for such a competitive...

Summer Rock Festivals

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

It is too late to secure tickets for some of the rock festivals in the region, but certainly not too late for all.  Below is a list of some of the festivals in the area where tickets are still available. Chiemsee Rocks - 38 Euros - August 22nd - Beatsteaks, Deichkind, The Gaslight Anthem, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, Anti Flag, and First Class Ticket. Rock am See - 62 Euros - September 1st - Green Day, Beatsteaks, Social Distortion, Flogging Molly, Angels and...

Thrill seekers need not look beyond the city limits

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

The life quality in Munich is always ranked in the top 10 of the world, no matter what criteria are used. And one of the biggest reasons cited is the ability to get around on a bike, saving both the environment and taking cars off the road. People often state that the fastest and easiest way to get around Munich is by bike. And they are correct. But they often fail to mention exactly how dangerous and stressful those jaunts around town can be.
As an avid cyclist, who has about 20 different trips...

In Search of the Best Wurst, Central Station

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

Last weekend, with its record setting temperatures, gave me the perfect reason ('excuse', said my wife) to begin my quest to find the "Best Wurst". The biggest question was where? Munich, unlike Berlin, Hamburg or Vienna, does not really have the same sausage culture of those cities. In any of those there are Würstl stands every 50 metres. Here in Munich the choices are limited. Viktaulienmarkt seemed the logical place to begin, in the center of the Altstadt (Old Town), but I was quite sure...

An Expat’s guide to concerts in Munich

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

In Munich, as Germany’s third largest city, there are almost always plenty of concerts no matter what your taste in music. As a guy who goes to several shows a month, year round, I am often asked where I even hear of these shows. The answer, unfortunately, is complicated. If you only like massive concerts with only the top acts, then the answer is simple: you should just look at München Ticket from time to time and you will be up to date on anything you want. However, if you enjoy multiple...

The Stomper 98 / Old Firm Casuals / Lazy Bastards at the Backstage, a concert review

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

On Tuesday night Munich had the opportunity to see some of the world's best street punk bands in a fairly small venue with excellent sound. Unfortunately, the venue was only one third full and I believe the bands just weren't feeling any energy.
The show took place at the Backstage Halle, which is the medium size venue of the Backstage. The Headliners were Stomper 98 and The Old Firm Casuals with the local opener being The Lazy Bastards. All three bands can be summed up stylistically as street...

Stealing the Maibaum

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

Many Bavarians take advantage of the typically beautiful weather on the first of May, and spend the day outdoors. Not only is it a public holiday, but many villages and neighbourhoods raise a 'Maibaum' (Maypole). There will be music and dancing for most of the day at the Marienplatz, as well as at multiple places around the city. From the Maifest im Tierpark in the south to the Moosacher Maifest in the north, there will be plenty going on in and around Munich on the 'Erste Mai'.
But first we...

Ring in the springtime at the Frühlingsfest

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

Often referred to as the 'Little Sister' of the Oktoberfest, Munich's 'Frühlingsfest' runs from 20 April to 6 May 2012. There are more than one hundred stands offering games and food, as well as the rides that any Wies'n guest will immediately recognise. Though Friday's opening day was quite dreary with rain, the visitors during the first weekend enjoyed mostly beautiful weather.

The 'Riesenflohmarkt' (massive flea market) took place on Saturday 21 April and people were able to haggle for...

Munich's 'Long Night of Music' is a perfect excuse to enjoy the city after dark

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

From Rock to Greek Byzantine Choir, or Calypso to authentic Indian dancing, Munich's 'Long Night of Music' has something for everyone. Started a few years ago and modelled on the immensely popular 'Long Night of the Museums', the 'Long Night of Music' allows the inhabitants of the area a chance to visit many places at one time that they would normally not have an opportunity to do. This is because it is coupled with Munich's city subway/tram/bus company which provides transportation throughout...

St John Passion at the Matthäuskirche on Good Friday

June 3, 2026 • 12:00 AM

Each year during Holy Week, many churches in and around Munich perform one of the Bach Passions or a similarly sacred work. The one at the Matthäuskirche (at Sendlingertor) was performed by the Münchner MotettenChor and the Residenz Orchester München under the direction of Hayko Siemens on Good Friday 6 April 2012. From multiple sources, I had heard that this was one of the best performances on offer in Munich this week. I cannot say I was disappointed.

As with many Bach works, the most...

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Didn't manage to get a ticket for Linkin Park? Or still not enough after the concert? Join us at CRASH on June 12th for our "IN THE END" Linkin Park Special + CORE NIGHT.All night long, we'll be playing Linkin Park's music, along with Nu Metal, Metalcore, and Alternative Rock from bands such as Limp...

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