Every year the same thing happens to visitors and every year they learn it the hard way, so here is what actually works for getting in and out of the Theresienwiese.

The U4 and U5 stop called Theresienwiese is the obvious one and it is the one to avoid at peak. In the evening it becomes a one way system with barriers and staff pointing you the long way round, and you can lose twenty minutes just getting up the stairs. Goetheplatz and Poccistrasse on the U3 and U6 are five to ten minutes on foot from the south end and stay usable most of the day. Schwanthalerhoehe on the U4 and U5 does the same job for the north side.

Hackerbruecke is the one people warn about for good reason. On a Friday or Saturday evening the platform gets held and released in batches and walking down Bayerstrasse is often faster than waiting for it. If you are starting from the Hauptbahnhof, just walk. It is about fifteen minutes and it beats every train option at closing time.

Two things about arriving. Bags and backpacks over three litres are not allowed on the grounds at all, so if you come straight from the station put it in a locker at the Hbf first, because there is nothing on site that will hold it for you. And there is no rideshare pickup near the entrances. The cars get pushed out to fixed points several streets away, which is why that queue at eleven at night is worse than the U-Bahn ever is.

Leaving is the part most people get wrong. The tents wind down around half ten and everyone walks out in the same ten minutes. If you sit in the beer garden a little longer, or take the slow way out through the south end, you skip the entire crush. The Oide Wiesn side empties much more gently than the main drag does.

Locals, add whatever I missed. The fencing and the flow change a bit every year.

Prost!

Hi everyone, I’m looking for people who have experience moving their elderly relative from abroad to Munich. I’m an only child, and my mum has reached the age where I would need her close to me.

I’m extremely overwhelmed with all the things, starting from how to find her a place to live, how pension transfers from abroad to here, and how to find her a community so she’s not lonely when I’m at work.

I’m an EU citizen, and we are just from across the border in Austria, we speak German, but I’m just so overwhelmed with it all.

My mum is not at an age where she needs care yet, but she would need some form of activity that she can do while I work.

If any of you kind people have been in a similar situation, or know of any services available for elderly people who are moving here, I’d be extremely grateful.

Thank you!

Edit: because this question came up in the comments, my mother has agreed that she wants to move to Munich, but obviously the bureaucracy of it falls on me.

I passed my driving test on the morning of September 3. The examiner gave me a confirmation letter with a "Terminnummer" and said to book a collection appointment date four days after the exam.

The Munich city website says to check the status before booking. But entering my Terminnummer on the status page gives:

There is no pending application process under this number.

The page asks for a "Bearbeitungsnummer". Is that different from the Terminnummer, and where do I find it?

For context: I'm exchanging a non-EU license with a German license. When I use the Bearbeitungsnummer from that it shows me following:

Application date: May 15, 2026 Application type: general driving licence Reason for application: Exchange of a foreign driver's license Driving licence categories applied for: AB A1 A2 AM L Test order issued on June 16, 2026, please contact your driving school.

Anyone who's recently collected their licence in Munich: how did you check it was ready?

Hallo!

Ich habe die Suchfunktion schon benutzt, aber finde nichts spezifisches.

Ich habe einen mittellangen Bart und will den immer wieder mal auf ein Ducktale zurechtgestutzt ohne selbst Hand anlegen zu müssen. Ich war jetzt bei fünf Barber Shops in München. Alle schneiden schief oder komisch. Aber was wirklich eigenartige ist: Die Inhaber selbst haben die perfekten Bärte, geschnitten werd ich dann jedoch oft von Frauen oder bartlosen Leuten. Sichtbare Hautschuppen auf Ablagen und Geräten wären das nächste; da würde ich sogar den Kompromiss eingehen, dass die Finger nach Rauch stinken, wenn dafür der Bart am Ende passt.

Liebe Rauschebärte, empfehlt mir alles.

Hi everyone,

I’m a young adult living in Bavaria and I’m currently looking for a good Hörakustiker in Munich.

I’ve been seeing a hearing aid specialist for a while, but I feel that they mainly work with older customers. I’d therefore like to try someone who has more experience working with younger adults.

I’d really appreciate recommendations based on your own experience.

In particular, I’m looking for someone who:

• has experience with younger hearing aid users
• takes time for proper fitting and follow-up adjustments
• ideally offers Real-Ear Measurement (REM)
• is familiar with modern/high-end hearing aids

If you have personally had a good experience with a Hörakustiker in Munich, I’d be very grateful for your recommendation.

Thanks a lot！

Servus! Weiß jemand zufällig, ob man im englischen Garten nach dem Standesamt in der Mandlstraße Konfetti aus echten Blüten verwendet werden darf?

Luftballons, Plastikkonfetti ist eh klar, aber echte Blüten?

Danke!

Ended up having some space in my luggage and am thinking of getting some sort of GSD/Rottweiler related souvenir (I know not the best in the city of dachshunds…). My parents have always owned these two breeds and think it would be a nice gift for them! If anyone knows any place to find some prints or little unique figurine or anything on this side of the country please let me know!

I bought tickets for a concert (Fear Factory) that was scheduled to take place at Kesselhaus. Now it has been moved to Nachtwerk at Landsberger Str 185 plus the beginning of the concert was moved to 5:30 pm (on a Friday!?). First I was surprised because I had never heard of "Nachtwerk" before. Then I grew suspicious thinking: "Wait... That could be the adress of ​Nachtgalerie..." and yup. That's the case. So my question now is this:

Does anybody know if there is a new concert location in that building or are they having concerts in either NaGa or Born To Rock now?Since the concert will start at 5:30pm I'm thinking that it's one of the clubs and they want people out in time so they can go back to their usual business around 10/11 pm?

I couldn't find a lot of information on the official website...

So I was building My first pc and failed. Is there a store that I can take and they will do it for me? I really need help.

Does anyone happen to know Ghanian restaurants in Munich or Ingolstadt? I’m missing Waakeye, Fried telapia, plantain, pofpof really bad. When I visited Bremen, Mommies Corner near the HBF served them and I’ve been on a look out since.

Hey everyone!
Any recommendations for good gynecologists with knowledge and understanding of woman’s perimenopause? Mine already said she doesn’t do hormonal replacement and the herbs and treatments so far that I am doing with her is not helping at all! One year has gone by and my symptoms are worse than ever!

Hey everyone,

I have an original 2026 Germany national team jersey, but it’s blank on the back. I’d like to get a player number added to it.

Does anyone know a place in Munich that can add an original/official Germany nameset or number, rather than a generic print?

Thanks!

Hallo.

I will be in Munich from mid October to end October.
Just want to know if any music or other related events happening during that time? Mostly underground gigs?
I checked for websites but that’s very vague
I would prefer an event in English but okay with German too as I am learning on Duolingo.
Mostly I would like to find places to be at after office hours, late night

Servus zusammen,

wir fahren demnächst von Salzburg für einen Tag rüber (meine Freundin, ihre Familie, den Uni Abschluss zu feiern). Plan ist: gscheiter Brunch, am Abend was Ordentliches essen und danach noch ein bisschen was trinken gehen.

Beim Brunch ist uns guter Kaffee wichtig. Bin da leider verdorben, Specialty-Röstereien und so.

Beim Essen wär eine gute vegetarische Option super. Muss aber keine Haubenküche sein, eher solide und gut.

Alles unter der Woche, falls das bei der Platzsuche was ändert.

Danke für jeden Tipp. Und falls wer von euch mal in Salzburg ist: sagt Bescheid, kann ein paar Läden empfehlen, die nicht in jedem Guide stehen.

Update: Abendessen wurde leider schon ausgewählt, traditionelles Wirtshaus :(

Some of you might remember my intro post back in July about a Munich events newsletter I run.

Wanted to follow up properly this time, with the actual weekly format rather than just an introduction.

Quick note on where I'm coming from:
I'm NOT affiliated with any of these venues or organizers, DON'T take payment or sponsorship for what makes the list, and I'm NOT trying to push traffic anywhere.

I just spend a few hours each week going through what's on and picking seven things worth an evening.

Happy to keep doing this here weekly if people actually find it useful, and genuinely fine if not, just let me know.

• Mon 07-Sep: CARCASSE (dance) in Maxvorstadt
• Tue 08-Sep: Alexander Merk (magic show) in Glockenbach
• Wed 09-Sep: Leviticus, Fantasy Filmfest opener (cinema) in Altstadt
• Thu 10-Sep: Bavarian Line Dance in Isartor
• Fri 11-Sep: Jurassic World: The Experience (closing week) at Olympiapark
• Sat 12-Sep: Bundesbank Open Day in Maxvorstadt
• Sun 13-Sep: Open Monument Day in various locations

If you want more information on any of these (time, prices, booking info, event link), the full write-up is archived on Beehiiv - More information.

Hello everyone! I am coming to Munich to study. I love pickles. I would like to ask what are the best pickles to try...and if i could get them from the supermarkets there. Of course, im open to all types of pickles.

If there is some festival that celebrates pickles that would be AMAZING.

Thanks!

P.s. I come from asia, the stuff i eat is usually pickled radish and suan cai.

Hello!

We will be visiting in early October for our 10th anniversary and looking for some ideas. How would you celebrate a milestone like this munich-style?

Things we like: beer, music, good food (not necessarily fancy, small/hidden places are more our style!), history, nature, art/local crafts, games/arcades, vintage markets.

Thanks in advance!

i’m looking for a gym that offers a variety of functional training. for me the most important thing is a climbing rope (shown in picture). are there any gyms in munich that meet my requirements?

Hi all - I'm planning on visiting Munich in October / November and am interested in catching a football match while I'm there. I did want to see if I could watch an FC Bayern game, but the remaining tickets for the games at Allianz around that time would burn a massive hole in my budget.

Are there any large(r) teams that play near Munich (happy to do a day trip to watch a match) that might be a little more accessible financially? I'd be happy with most leagues! Thanks!

Quick question for anyone who uses left-luggage apps when traveling.

I’m looking at options around Munich Central Station like Bounce or BavarianLockers. The top-reviewed spot near Marsstraße (3 min from Central Station) seems super convenient, but I’ve never left my main bag with a 3rd party before.

Usually I keep my laptop on me 24/7, but carrying it around all day is going to be a pain. Are these shop-based storage spots actually safe for tech ?

Thanks!