Friends, greetings! Marienplatz in Munich is the undisputed center of this most popular city in Germany. I have already talked several times about my walks around Munich, and they all started at Marienplatz. It’s just that I have so far paid minimal attention to the square itself.

Since there is no more significant place in Munich that could compare with the named square, I will correct the mistake right now and tell you all about St. Mary’s Square.

I would really like to show you in a photo what the entire area looks like. But this task is practically unattainable for the reason that Marienplatz is overcrowded with people. And, as it seemed to me, such revival in the center of Munich is more the norm than the exception. Therefore, we will fragmentarily examine the historical square and its attractions.

Before plunging into the thick of events and traffic on Marienplatz, let's take a look at the square from under the arch of the main tower of the New City Hall:

In the center of the square, a sculpture on a high pedestal sparkles in gold. This is where we’ll start ours, as soon as we get acquainted with some important facts from the history of the main square of Munich:

1. A Brief History of Marienplatz
2. New town hall and old
3. Fish fountain

A Brief History of Marienplatz

The main square was formed as a trading square from the very beginning of the development of Munich in the 12th century. Already at that time, the Bavarian Duke Heinrich the Lion established salt trade in the city center.

The square served as a market for a long time. Knightly tournaments and... executions were also held here. Initially, the square was called Schrannen, until the Mariinsky Column was installed in the 17th century.

Although everyone remembers Marienplatz thanks to the magnificent neo-Gothic building of the new town hall, the main thing on the square is the Mariinsky Column. The column has stood in Munich for about four centuries, and it is from it that the name of the square comes.

At the end of the 19th century, construction began on the most impressive building on Marienplatz - the New Town Hall. Despite numerous disputes, no matter how the town hall was overshadowed, the construction was completed in accordance with the project.

This is how the architectural ensemble of the square was formed, including the new and old town halls and the Mariinsky Column in the center.

The red marble column, 11.6 m high, was installed in 1638. The Dutch sculptor Hubert Gerhard made a statue of the Virgin Mary and Child in 1593 for the tomb of William V. But when the war with the Swedes ended, the gilded statue was moved to the square and installed on a marble column as a sign of gratitude for the liberation of the Bavarian lands:

The sculpture of the Virgin Mary is unusual. The Virgin Mary stands on the crescent moon. On her head is a massive crown, and in her right hand is a scepter.

The column, in turn, rests on a pedestal. Three years after the installation of the column, the pedestal was supplemented with thematic sculptures:

At every corner of the pedestal, angels fight against terrible threats that bring exhaustion and misfortune to the population. War is represented by a sculpture of a lion, plague by a mythological two-legged serpent with a cock's head, famine by a dragon, and heresy by a snake. And here on the pedestal is engraved a call to trample and crush the beast that poses a threat:

In modern years, public prayers are held at the Mariinsky Column. In 2006, Pope Benedict VI visited Munich and also said a prayer at Marienplatz.

New town hall and old

The architectural frame of the square is provided mainly by two town halls. I have already presented the new town hall in all details in other articles. However, it is impossible to ignore such a grandiose building when describing Marienplatz. Still, its neo-Gothic tower became a symbol of Munich:

The tower attracts all the attention of visitors to Marienplatz with puppet shows two or three times a day (depending on the season). As soon as the clock begins to chime, the dolls on the town hall begin to move. In the article you can find out all the details about this performance, the performance time and watch the puppet tournament and the dance of the coopers in the recording.

It might be useful to know where the information center on Marienplatz is located. It’s a good idea for travelers to look into such centers where they can get a map of the city and clarify something. So look at the photo and you will see that the tourist information office is located in the new town hall:

I suggest paying attention to the eastern wing of the town hall. Firstly, we will come back here when we examine the architecture. And, secondly, I got an interesting photo. Friends, against the backdrop of all this sculptural diversity, find the real bird in the picture:

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You should start your acquaintance with Munich from the central square of Mary Square, or Marienplatz. This is the heart of Munich, its busiest part, which is decorated with the graceful column of the Virgin Mary, the sophisticated New and luxurious Old Town Hall. The square delights the eye with houses representing different eras, funny fountains, restaurants and cafes. Here you can enjoy the taste of Bavarian beer and snack on delicious sausages, ride a rickshaw or listen to the bells of the famous clock of the New Town Hall.

Marienplatz is the heart of Munich.

When you enter Marienplatz, you will most likely first notice the Old Town Hall - a Gothic building located near a tower with a spire, which previously served as the city gate. Not to be confused with the New Town Hall opposite, which is impressive with its flamboyant Gothic appearance. Even the Old Town Hall, with its strict outlines, seems like a more modern building against its background. This impression is deceptive - the construction of the New Town Hall was completed only a century ago, so it is an example of pseudo-Gothic.

In the Old Town Hall of Marienplatz there is a toy museum, and next to it stands a sculpture of Juliet, donated to Munich, of course, by Verona.

The facade of the town hall is decorated with a clock - at 11 o'clock, at noon and at 17 o'clock in the evening, figures of knights move in the clock. They remind us that this square was once a place where knightly tournaments were held. Back then it was still called Schrannenplatz. For example, the figures on the upper tier recreate a real tournament that took place in 1568 in honor of the wedding of William V, then the future Duke. The figures moving along the lower tier illustrate the dance of the coopers on the occasion of the end of the plague epidemic.

While walking around the square, be sure to stop by for dinner at the wonderful Bavarian restaurant located in the courtyard of the New Town Hall.

In the middle of the square stands the Column of Mary, erected in 1638. The columns, installed on a pedestal, are depicted in the form of childish figures - hostages of the four main misfortunes of those times, such as War, Heresy, Famine and Plague. Street concerts and rallies are often held near this column, and on its steps fans of the Bayern team celebrate their next victories in matches. Here, on the square, a traditional Christmas market is held annually.

Marienplatz

Shopping at Marienplatz

The Kaufhof Gallery and the Ludwik Beck store attract shoppers like magnets. Kaufhof is located towards Stachus, it is a kind of vast Gostiny Dvor, where you can find almost everything you want. And in the Ludwik Beck store, located near the Old Town Hall, a variety of multimedia products are presented. This is a real paradise for music lovers.

The metro station called Marienplatz deserves special attention from tourists - several floors with trains, many exits, shops and cafeterias will take up your time for a long time.

Underground Marienplatz

The metro station called “Marienplatz” deserves special attention from tourists - several floors with trains, many exits, shops and cafeterias, stalls, bookstores, souvenir shops and travel agencies will take up your time for a long time. This is a kind of separate world, huge, in which it is easy to get lost. The number of exits from the underground part of Marienplatz can easily confuse you, so do not hesitate to ask tourists for help.

However, you won’t be bored on the square itself - there are a large number of souvenir shops, flower shops, restaurants and cafes, and the public is entertained by a variety of living statues and street actors. It should not be surprising that the flow of tourists and townspeople to Marienplatz almost never stops.

The capital of Bavaria, the city of Munich is not inferior in popularity among tourists to Berlin and Cologne. Not only is there a huge number of architectural monuments concentrated here, but also the most interesting events take place, among which the central place belongs to the immortal beer festival Oktoberfest. In addition, a major European opera festival has been held here since 1875.

A traveler who goes to Munich can do all this by strolling through elegantly decorated city squares and breathing in the Christmas atmosphere, visiting grandiose Bavarian castles and plunging into old German restaurants. In addition, the capital of Bavaria is a very prosperous and prosperous city. This is the ideal place for quality shopping.

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The central square of Munich, where any tourist route inevitably leads. In the Middle Ages, knightly tournaments were held here and there was a fish market. Marienplatz has been the main square since the founding of the city. Here are the most significant attractions, popular restaurants, shops, and a food market. The square is always lively and quite crowded.

Neo-Gothic building on Marienplatz. The town hall was built in the second half of the 19th – early 20th centuries, although it seems that it is already several hundred years old. In 1874, the City Council moved here from the Old Town Hall. In order to make room for construction, about 30 residential buildings of citizens were demolished. The town hall is crowned with an 85-meter tower with a spire; the facade is decorated with figures of famous and significant personalities for German history.

A much more modest and ancient building than the New Town Hall. The first mentions of it are found in sources of the 14th century, but it is believed that it was built in the 15th century. The predominant style of construction is Gothic, with the addition of later Renaissance architectural elements. Nowadays the Toy Museum is located in the Old Town Hall. As a result of the bombing of World War II, the building was damaged and a new spire had to be installed on the main tower.

The palace complex, which was founded in the second half of the 17th century. It was used as the residence of the ancient Bavarian Wittelsbach dynasty. The park surrounding the palace buildings stretches over an area of ​​200 hectares. In terms of the splendor and beauty of its interior decoration, Nymphenburg can be compared with the legendary “fairytale” Neuschweinstein Castle. Descendants of the Wittelsbachs still live in the part of the palace that is closed to tourists.

A hunting castle of the 15th century, built at the request of Duke Albrecht III. The story of the Duke's unhappy love is connected with Blutenburg. Against his father's wishes, he secretly married a commoner and settled with her in the castle. The father deceived his son out of the fortress, and in his absence ordered his unfortunate beloved to be thrown into the river. Albrecht eventually forgave his father, and a chapel was erected in honor of the innocently murdered girl.

The palace was founded by Duke William V at the end of the 16th century. Then it was a small mansion that the ruler used for privacy. His son Maximilian I rebuilt the manor to his liking and turned it into a palace. The Schleissheim complex includes three palaces, built at different times, and a vast park area. Johann Gump, Giovanni Trubillio and Francesco Rosa worked on the interior painting.

A complex of buildings in the central part of Munich, which is considered one of the largest in Europe. It was built over five centuries and was finally completed only in the 19th century. The Munich Residence is the official residence of the rulers of Bavaria from the Wittelsbach dynasty. It includes: a museum occupying more than 100 halls, 10 palaces, a theater and a concert hall.

Munich's Catholic Cathedral with its main tower is 99 meters high. According to city law, it is prohibited to erect buildings higher than the Frauenkirche (this decision is temporary, adopted in 2004 by popular vote). They worked on the construction of the temple in the XIV-XV centuries. It was assumed that it would accommodate 20 thousand parishioners, although the population of the city in those centuries was only 13 thousand people.

The temple arose on the initiative of two Azam brothers, who were architects, sculptors and painters at the same time. This is one of the few historical attractions that the Wittelsbach dynasty did not have a hand in creating. The brothers planned to use the church as a home chapel, but later, at the insistence of the people, it was open to everyone.

The temple is one of the most revered and ancient in the city. It arose in the 8th century in the form of a small wooden monastery on the initiative of the monks of the Tegernsee Monastery. In the 11th century, the temple was rebuilt in the Romanesque style. After the fire of 1327, a new building appeared in the Gothic style. In subsequent centuries, the church was rebuilt, expanded, and elements of late Gothic and Rococo were added to the façade.

Munich's main opera house, home to one of the most respected musical ensembles in the world, the Bavarian State Orchestra. The venue hosts the Munich Opera Festival. More than 300 performances are given here every year, leading performers are invited to play the main roles. The repertoire includes works by famous German composers and the best masterpieces of world opera.

A unique museum where the achievements of German technology and science are demonstrated. The exhibitions are located on six thematic tiers: hydraulic engineering, shipping, mining, trackless transport, oil and gas, power machines. The museum contains unique samples of equipment, the only ones that survived (that is, not destroyed at the request of the victorious countries) after two World Wars.

The museum's exhibition is dedicated to Bavarian history, culture, and folk art. It contains items made of porcelain, wood, silver, fabric and other materials. As well as significant collections of weapons, heraldic symbols, and jewelry. The museum’s special pride is its collection of nativity scenes. The collection is located in a historical building in the Baroque style with hundreds of interior rooms, passages and galleries.

Bavaria is the birthplace of the world famous BMW car. It was here that the first factories for the production of aircraft were located, which after the First World War were retrained as automobiles. This is how a recognizable brand appeared. In the museum you can look at the company's products from its very foundation. Many interesting and rare retro models of the last century are exhibited there.

Museum of Ancient Sculpture, which contains works of Roman and Greek masters from the 17th century BC. to the 5th century. Both originals and copies of statues, bas-reliefs, and busts that have not survived to this day are exhibited here. The exhibition is housed in 13 halls. Here you can see statues of the mythical Hephaestus, Daedalus, Pericles and other characters. Most of the collection was collected by King Ludwig I.

The collective name of a group of art galleries and museums, which houses a collection of paintings from the 14th century to modern times, as well as collections of modern and applied art. The Alte Pinakothek houses exhibitions of masters of the 14th-18th centuries. In Novaya you can look at works of art of the 19th-20th centuries. The Pinakothek of Modernity exhibits collections from the 20th to 21st centuries.

The museum is located outside the city limits of Munich near the town of Dachau on the site of a former concentration camp. All people disliked by the Hitler regime were herded here for execution. Over the 12 years of its existence, tens of thousands of people were killed in the camp. The museum was organized at the request of former camp prisoners in 1965. There is little left from the buildings of the Second World War, but this place strikes with an ominous and oppressive atmosphere.

In 1972, Munich hosted the next Summer Olympic Games. Since those times, a park has remained (the area with Olympic venues), which local residents use for recreation and walks. The former facilities are used as sports training facilities, and major social and cultural events still take place here. It should be noted that largely thanks to the Games the city has changed and become more comfortable.

The stadium was built for the start of the 2006 FIFA World Cup. It belongs to the Bayern Munich club. The Champions League final was held here in 2011/12. The Allianz Arena is located in the Frettmaning Heath area. The building is called a real miracle of modern architectural art; at the entrance to the stadium, fans are breathtaking from the sight of this grandiose structure.

The famous beer festival, where all fans of the foamy drink strive to attend. Dozens of producers set up their tents at Oktoberfest, where countless liters of beer are drunk and kilograms of sausages and pork knuckles are eaten. The festival has existed since 1810; over two centuries it has become a real symbol of Bavaria and organically fits into cultural traditions. The first glass of beer at the opening is traditionally drunk by the head of the Bavarian government.

One of the oldest beer restaurants, which opened its doors to its first visitors at the beginning of the 17th century. At first there was a court brewery here. The large halls of the establishment can accommodate up to 4 thousand visitors at a time. Hofbräuhaus has a flexible pricing policy, so every tourist can afford to try different types of excellent beer and enjoy German cuisine.

The central city market is a real paradise for gourmets and connoisseurs of excellent products. There are approximately 140 shops here, which have been owned by the same families for many years. A place in the market is inherited. Mostly wealthy Munich residents and tourists shop at Viktualienmarkt, as the prices for the products are quite high. At the same time, the products are always of excellent quality.

A landscaped park with a layout in strict geometric proportions. It was founded under Maximilian I at the beginning of the 17th century, but was completely destroyed during the Second World War. The park was carefully and scrupulously restored according to old drawings and sketches, while elements of English park art of the 19th century were added. Hofgarten is a kingdom of neat alleys, flower beds, manicured lawns and picturesque fountains.

A popular city park among locals, visited by thousands of people every day. Here you can ride a bike and board in specially designated areas, as well as book a horse ride or just walk. The park stretches from the center to the northern part of Munich for 5.5 km. In summer, the numerous lawns are filled with people sunbathing, having picnics or simply dozing under the shade of the trees.

The zoo is considered one of the best in Europe. Like many modern zoos, it is built on the principle of a natural park, that is, conditions are created for the animals that are as close to natural as possible. The biological diversity of Hellabrunn is impressive - more than 750 species of animals and about 20 thousand individuals. The zoo is popular and is visited by 1.8 million people annually.

We started our walk around Munich from the very center of the city - area, which is considered its main attraction.

Marienplatz received the status of the main square on the day the city was founded. Second name - St. Mary's Square it was given to her half a century later, when a column of the saint of the same name was installed on it.

You can get here by S-Bahn or U-bahn and get off at Marienplatz station. It is best to exit through the right eastern exit.

The first building we saw was Old Town Hall. This is a Gothic building with a high spire. It houses a toy museum, which, unfortunately, we did not get to. Near the town hall there is a sculpture of Juliet. There are always fresh flowers next to her. The Germans, it seemed to me, are generally very sentimental.

Opposite is located. It was built from 1867 to 1909. by order of King Ludwig I and designed by the architect Georg Hauberisser. The height of the central tower is 85 meters. The facade is decorated with a clock with figures moving at certain times. The knights on the façade remind us that knightly tournaments used to be held on the square. Above is a knight's tournament that took place in 1568. The lower tier of figurines depicts a dance to mark the end of the plague. Also on the façade there are historical characters, including Maximilian I on horseback, many witches, dragons and other evil spirits. There is also an observation deck at the town hall, from where you can view the entire square.

Near the New Town Hall is located, which is a favorite place for children and students. It was named so because there used to be fish rows in its place.

There is a tall column in the middle of the square St. Mary's, which was installed here in memory of the end of the war, which lasted 30 years. In general, similar columns can be seen in many cities of Bavaria. The Virgin Mary is considered the patron saint of Bavaria. By the way, 4 winged figures on the pedestal are hostage to 4 misfortunes: war, plague, famine and heresy.

There are always a lot of people near the column. Street concerts, rallies are held here, and fans celebrate victories in matches.

Right on the square you can sit at a table in a street restaurant and get a taste of Bavarian life while drinking a glass of excellent beer with famous sausages. Afterwards, you can go to a nearby cafe and order a delicious dessert. You can also hire one of Munich "pedicabs", which will take you to the right place and at the same time tell you a lot of interesting things.

I would also like to mention the underground part of the square, which is a huge separate world. There are many shops here: shoe, food, book, souvenir and others. There are newsstands and even offices of travel companies. And if you note that trains run on several floors, then you need to prepare in advance that Marienplatz station can be studied separately.

A beautiful square, it was nice to walk around it. The main thing is that the weather is good, then you can take good photographs and enjoy the contemplation. And if you want there to be few people on the square, then it is best to come here before lunch, because in the evening it will not be crowded here.

Mary's Square (Marienplatz) can be called the main attraction of the city. It was here that I came, while still in school, to feel the real Bavarian spirit and look at the human-sized figures rotating on the tower of the New Town Hall while the clock struck.

As the guide said then: “Whoever has not been to Marienplatz in Munich has not seen the real Germany.”

And now, I look at this square quite often, and every time my mood becomes festive. It is raised not only by a place worthy of attention, but also by street musicians in local outfits with smiles on their faces, as well as actors performing unusual numbers. The amazing thing is that many of the latter speak Russian perfectly.

History of Marienplatz

In 1158, Henry the Lion founded the city, the center of which was Marienplatz.

In those ancient times, it was called “Scrannenplatz” (which means grain market), cereals were sold here. And in the place where the fish fountain is now located, they traded fish, and this place was called “Fischmarkt”. The fish was then stored in a fountain so that it would not spoil. The water feature was destroyed during the war; Afterwards it was reconstructed, but in a different form.

Various fairs, knightly tournaments and even executions were also held on the square.

The square received its current name thanks to the Column of Mary, which is located in the center. The golden female figure with a baby in her arms looks so that you involuntarily stop your gaze on it.

The column is dedicated to the patroness of the city, the Virgin Mary. It was installed after the Swedish invasion, which occurred during the war of the 17th century.

How to get there

Marienplatz square in Munich is located in the heart of the pedestrian zone.

The square can be reached by underground (lines U3 and U6), as well as by S-Bahn (lines S1-S8, except S5) to Marienplatz station.

I will say right away that German city trains are much more comfortable than Russian ones and travel according to the schedule, which you can see on the board (the direction is indicated, that is, the final station). With them you will get to the right place faster than by car.

The cost of a one-time ticket for both the metro and train is 2.60 Euro. I advise you to purchase a daily card for 6.40 euros - trips are not limited at any time of the day and the ticket is valid for all types of transport, not just one. If you plan to travel longer, then buy a card for three days for 16 Euros.

Attractions Marienplatz

What to see on the square? Attractions at Marienplatz in Munich include:

• New and Old Town Halls,
• column of Mary,
• toy museum,
• fish fountain (where many people make dates).

I will tell you more about them below. In addition, you can walk along the pedestrian area and see the Frauenkirche, St. Michael's Church, St. Church, and not only look at the Bavarian costumes, but also buy a suitable one for yourself.

New Town Hall

The very first time I saw this building, I thought that it was much older than the Old Town Hall. In fact, it is simply an imitation of the Gothic style, and the New Town Hall was built much later than the Old Town Hall.

This building was intended for city government. It is a neo-Gothic building with a huge tower and an unusual clock in the middle.

Many tourists gather to watch them beat, and the human-sized figures move, depicting scenes of Bavarian life.

The dolls, equipped with a special mechanism, rotate at 11 and 12 o'clock, and from March to October also at 17 o'clock.

The performance lasts several minutes and resembles a puppet show. If you have difficulty seeing, take glasses or binoculars with you, as the figures look small at this height.

After viewing, you can look into the courtyard of the town hall, entry is free. There you can read about the main events of the city: the Olympics in 1972, the construction of the clock on the New Town Hall, etc. The inscriptions are carved in stone.

In addition, you can admire the beautiful stained glass windows and various sculptures decorating the building on the inside.

Every time I enter the courtyard, I feel like I’m in the Middle Ages, even though the building is quite young. I would like to look at all the figures and features of the grandiose building, take a photo against its background, because you find yourself in the very heart of Munich!

History of the New Town Hall

The main part of the New Town Hall was built between 1867 and 1908 by master Georg von Hauberrisser. Individual parts were expanded until 1909. In order to construct this building, several houses had to be demolished, which did not make the local residents very happy. In addition, people were afraid that the huge tower would overshadow the famous Frauenkirche. But time passed, the town hall was rebuilt, and people loved it.

Interestingly, even before the completion of construction, the city council moved from the Old Town Hall to the New Town Hall.

Tower of the New Town Hall

If you wish, you can climb up. Entrance ticket will cost:

• for adults – 2.50 Euro,
  
• for children under 18 years old – 1 Euro,
  
• d For children under 6 years old – free.

To get to the tower, you enter the arch of the New Town Hall and, before reaching the courtyard, turn left. There will be a ticket office and an elevator will take you to the 9th floor.

From here, from a height of 85 meters, you can see not only Marienplatz, but also other attractions of the city, for example, the Frauenkirche or the St. Church.

The only thing that prevents you from watching is the lattice that surrounds the observation deck. But she completely allowed me to stick my camera in and take a couple of pictures.

It is quite cold at the altitude, so after descending I advise you to warm up in the dining room, which is located in the courtyard of the New Town Hall.

Here you can drink beer (on average 3.50 Euros), eat a quarter of a duck bred on a local farm, with a side dish of red cabbage and knodel (13.90 Euros), and for dessert enjoy strudel with almonds and vanilla sauce (5 Euros ).

If you liked looking at the city from top to bottom, then you can also climb the Church of the Holy, which is located directly opposite. Admission for adults is 2 Euros, for children from 6 to 18 years old – 1 Euro.

Old Town Hall

It is a white building built in the New Gothic style with Renaissance elements. This is a fabulous building with a tower on which hangs a clock with gilded figures of zodiac signs.

I usually walk next to her and imagine myself as the wife of a merchant of an ancient city, driving a cart into the main gate. After all, this is where the entrance to the building used to be. And the tower served as a defensive structure.

History of the Old Town Hall

The first mention dates back to the 14th century. In the 15th century, the building was struck by lightning. The old town hall was reconstructed in 1470-1480. master Jörg von Halsbach.

In 1938, Nazi Germany politician Goebbels gave a speech in this place, after which numerous pogroms against Jews occurred.

During the war, most of the town hall was destroyed. Afterwards it was restored and given its former appearance.

Toy Museum (Spielzeugmuseum)

There is a wonderful Toy Museum in the Old Town Hall tower. There is a huge collection of teddy bears, dolls, soldiers, Christmas tree decorations, etc.

I went to this museum with my family. I especially liked two things: the Barbie collection and the doll mechanisms from different years. And my little brother, 4 years old, liked the detailed recreation of the railway station and the German city.

It's safe to say that this museum will be of interest to people of all ages. Our grandmother, for example, looked at the exhibits for a long time and noticed that as a child she decorated the Christmas tree with exactly the same toys.

The Toy Museum is located on several floors, each of which can be reached by an elevator or a spiral staircase, if you are not afraid to fall from it, as it is very steep.

The museum cashiers advise you to go up and start exploring from there, but we did the opposite.

The museum is open every day from 10 to 17.30.

Ticket price:

• Adult – 4 euros.
• Child – 1 euro.
• Family (2 adults, 2 children) – 8 euros.

Shopping in the square

The Marienplatz metro station itself is rich in various shops and shops. Here you can snack on a Bavarian pretzel (3 Euro).

And in the New Town Hall you can easily find shops with branded clothing.

If you want to have a shopping day, you can go to the Gallery (Kaufhof Galeria). There is everything: from down jackets to tights, as well as things for home and leisure.

For me, I prefer to buy clothes from other stores because I believe that the Gallery sells clothes for mature women. But I often come to this shopping center for memorabilia and household items.

Do you want to feel like a real Bavarian? You should definitely buy a local suit. On average it will cost 100-120 euros. The store with colorful clothes is located in the pedestrian area (it is marked on the left on the map above).

Hotels near Marienplatz

Are you planning to live in the very center of Munich? Be prepared for this to cost you a pretty penny.

There are, of course, many hotels in the center of Munich near Marienplatz. But their pricing policy is much stricter than in other areas of the city. The average hotel price per night is 80 euros.

But if it is so important for you to stay close to this place, then you can choose a hostel for less money.

Available internet on the square

Christmas market

Without a doubt, the most fabulous time begins in winter. From the end of November until December 25 (Catholic Christmas), the city hosts a Christmas market, the center of which is Marienplatz. The square is decorated with a beautiful New Year tree. Christmas tree decorations, gifts, toys, souvenirs - all this can be purchased here.

Also available for sale:

• nuts in sugar (2.50 Euro),
• various national drinks (3 Euro),
• pretzels (from 1.5 to 3 Euros, depending on size) and much more.

I definitely recommend you visit Marienplatz! In addition, if you decide to come to Germany in winter, you can not only admire the views of the square, but also drink a warming cup of aromatic mulled wine here.