Who you meet: Munich natives, a few tourists ... What's going on: A summer festival for everyone. The impark oozes summer vibes: rides, booths and a beach bar - what more could you want?

In summer, the cultural festival casts a spell over the grounds ... At Theresienweise in Munich, the Oktoberfest kick-starts. The event has broken several records known to man.

Key Events: Winter is less busy than summer, but Munich is very popular for its Christmas markets and holiday festivities. Temperatures drop into the 20s, so you’ll want to pack layers to stay ...

Oktoberfest is a worldwide phenomenon, a Bavarian beer festival celebrated in countries around the globe. But many say ...