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Munich, the Alps, lakes and castles in Germany's south.

Festivals and events

Munich · Oktoberfest

How to Plan Oktoberfest 2027: The Complete Guide

Oktoberfest 2027 runs 18 September to 3 October. Booking timeline, 2026 beer and food prices, crowd tactics, rules, getting there and a sample day plan.

Munich · Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest Tent Reservations: How They Work, and How to Get In Without One

How Oktoberfest tent tables work: 8 to 10 seats, free booking, prepaid vouchers, when tents open, the unreserved seat rule and how to walk in without a table.

Shopping

Munich · Oktoberfest

Where to Buy a Dirndl or Lederhosen in Munich (and What to Pay)

Where to buy or rent a Dirndl or Lederhosen in Munich: real shops, second-hand and flea markets, 2026 prices, fit, the bow rule and VAT refunds for visitors.

Where to stay

Munich · Oktoberfest

Where to Stay for Oktoberfest: Neighbourhoods, Prices and When to Book

Where to stay for Oktoberfest 2027: Munich neighbourhoods by U-Bahn time to the Wiesn, 2026 hotel prices, when to book, commuter towns, camping and scams.

With kids

Munich · Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest with Kids: Family Days, Rides and What to Skip

Oktoberfest 2027 with kids: family Tuesdays 21 and 28 Sept, the 20:00 under-6 tent rule, pram bans, Oide Wiesn prices, best rides by age and what to skip.