MUNICH: MADE FOR MEN

DAY: 3

  Tying  up loose ends

   Presuming  you have put off another drinking  binge  for a later time, it is on this day,  call it a day of “rest”,  that you should  do Munich  proud. Rest assured, you’ll  still try out some famous beverages,  but you can’t leave the city  without visiting more attractions.

 Top attractions

First on your list, after you’ve overcome your hangover,  should be  the Residenz and Koenigsplatz.  These two areas are dominated by several museums,  beautiful  buildings from the 1600’s and other famous landmarks. 

 
   Watch your watch at the  Residenz museum,  as it is easy to spend your  whole day looking at the Bavarian treasures housed here. Instead,  divide your time between here, the Egyptian  Art Museum and the Lenbach House, which holds several  masterpieces from Kandinsky,  among ohers.

   As you continue northwest from Residenz to Konigsplatz and beyond, it only makes sense to stop at the Schloss Nymphenburg. Don’t worry, it’s not  another  museum. The Schloss is a Baroque palace that defines  opulence and excessiveness- built by royals” the rooms  are all open to the public and give a peek into a rich world  of art and desing.  Not to be missed on the large grounds are the witch’s  cottage and Chinese teahouse.

   Beautiful   beemer  museum

A late lunch  might now do you good,  so head over to the Olympiazentrum,  the site of the 1972  Olympics  .  At  Caf   Oly,  you  can grab  a light but  hearty meal before exploring the park area.  Really,  though, this sports  complex  and relaxing spot is just a gateway to something much cooler.

   Across  the street, there is an impressive  building that will catch  your eye.  Shaped like the four cylinders of an engine, it is BMW’s   headquarters and you should  definitely make a pilgrimage.  Next to the unique  edifice is  the BMW  Museum;  a must-see  with over 400cars,  and tons of machinery  and facts  sure to get your  testosterone  pumping.  Tours are free  and there is only a small  entrance  fee  to pay.

   Quench your thirst

  Having  been  alcohol-free  for the whole day, you are  surely suffering  from withdrawal by now. As  night  creeps in on your  third day,  more partying is in order.  A wise  choice is to head to Kunstpark  Ost,  a revamped  industrial  complex  which features a wide  selection of bars,  nightclubs  and restaurants.  Have a late  dinner,  then make like the locals and club-hop to find a place you like.  Entrance  fees are between  5 and 7  euros at  the clubs, so decide on a spot fairly  quick  and save your money for drinks.

  Miss the Oktoberfest? You can always make your way there instead, as last  call for alcohol is usually  around  midnight. It it’s not the right  season,  party  it up at  Wien’s  world,  a  beer hall  and club that celebrates  Oktoberfest year round.

 More than beer paradise

    
   Even  a versatile  itinedrary  such as  this one cannot divert too far from Munich’s true beer-drinking  roots.  With this as a teaser,  millions  of tourists  have  flown to the Bavarian  city  and been impressed by more than just the drinks.  A proud people,  dozens of world-renowned  landmarks  and gastronomic  pleasures (sausage,   and  more sausage) make Munich  more than a dream for lager-lovers; it is a must-see for anyone who  can appreciate art and a rich culture. Visit Germany’s  fastest-rising tourist spot: you won’t regret it, though  your liver might

 Tips for the trip

a/  Forget taxis or driving yourself: Use Munich’s punctual public transportation  when needed,  especially when going to the busy Oktoberfest. The  metro (subway  is efficient and runs until at least 1 a. m. on weekends.

b/ Munich can get very expensive, so save up beforehand and keep  an eye out for tourist traps. The city has a wide selection of shops and restaurants, so don’t settle for something until you’ve looked at other places.

c/ Know the names of the beers before you drink: doppelbock is the strongest,  usually at over 7% alcohol. Wizen, a wheat beer,  packs a punch at over 6%. Enjoy!

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