When to Go to Munich

The popularity of Munich as a top tourist destination in Germany is rivaled only by Berlin. The unique city of Munich pulls a majority of tourists enchanting them by its sophistication and the way it enjoys contradicting itself. Nowhere other than Munich will one find such interesting juxtapositions like in this capital of Bavaria, where folk traditions ride alongside BMWs and Black Forest cake shares the table with haute cuisine. However, to get the best of what is offered by this ironic city, on e must know when to go to Munich.

The city flaunts a kaleidoscopic range of cultural hues that it has inherited from its cosmopolitan population and is home to a staggering array of museums, has a vibrant arts scene and the infamous revels of Oktoberfest.

When to Go to Munich

The peak tourist season for Munich is between May and September, when the weather is at its finest and Munich's tourist rush is on for one and all. The shoulder seasons - April-May, September-October - are also great times to visit, especially if you want to avoid the tourist crowd as there are fewer visitors at this time of the year (with the glaring exception of the Oktoberfest crowd) and plenty of sunshine. Even a visit between November and March will pretty much give you the place to yourself, along with the below-freezing temperatures and sunless skies.

Some fast facts about Munich:

Full Name: Munich

Area: 310 sq km / 120 sq miles

Population: 1,300,000

Time Zone: GMT/UTC +1 ()

Daylight Saving Start: last Sunday in March

Daylight Saving End: last Sunday in October

Languages: German (official)

Electricity: 230V 50HzHz

Electric Plug Details: European plug with two circular metal pins

Enjoy your trip to Munich!!