For your stay in Germany, where should you put down your suitcases in the Bavarian capital? Here’s an overview of where to stay in Munich.
With 1,548,319 inhabitants (2017), Munich is Germany’s third most populous city after Berlin and Hamburg. Finding accommodation here won’t be cheap, because thanks to its proximity to the Bavarian Alps, high season lasts almost all year round, especially in winter. What’s more, Munich is one of the richest cities in the European Union and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Germany, so accommodation in Munich promises to be rather expensive.
Munich is world-famous for itsOktoberfest, its Christmas markets, its majestic monuments and its strategic position at the foot of the Alpine ski resorts. And the city has many neighborhoods with different atmospheres. Without further ado, here’s an overview of where to stay in Munich.
The zentrum, or Altstadt
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As is often the case in Germany, the downtown district is concentrically organized and is the most accessible to tourist attractions. It is therefore the most expensive. This is the city’s liveliest area: large shopping malls, luxury boutiques, large companies and office buildings, as well as most of the city’s tourist attractions – Marienplatz, Feldherrnhalle, Wittelsbacherplatz, the National Theater, etc. – characterize this district. – characterize this district. Of course, you’ll also find plenty of upscale bars and restaurants.
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Lehel, a middle-class neighborhood
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If you’re looking for a chic, safe and quiet neighborhood, look no further than « The Place to be » in Munich. With its maze of alleyways leading to 19th-century buildings and other prestigious establishments, the area is the perfect place for an urban stroll. The hustle and bustle subsides in the evening, when the crowds desert the stores and gardens. Lehel offers access to the banks of the Isar, the tributary of the Danube that flows through Munich: a precious moment of tranquility in a green setting.
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Maxvorstadt and Kunstareal
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The artistic and cultural heart of the city, where museums and neo-classical buildings stand side by side with student housing. The Bavarian University, which is located in the district, attracts a large number of students, making it easy to find low-cost accommodation. It’s a good place to stay in Munich, as you’ll be close to the main railway station, while still benefiting from large squares to stroll around, such as Königsplatz and Karolinenplatz. On the other hand, it’s very quiet at night.
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Schwabing, the Latin Quarter
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An air of Latinity in Germanic country – after all, Munich was once within the borders of the Roman Empire! -where students, artists and bohemian souls gather. As you’ll have gathered, it’s a lively district, taking on the air of a small village within the city. It’s only 15 minutes from the city center, yet the relaxed atmosphere reigns supreme. If you choose to stay in this district, you’ll be able to do it all: have a drink, eat out, stay up all night in a discotheque, see concerts… If you like lively, young, dynamic and arty areas, this is the place to stay in Munich. A good place to live when you’re young.
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Au-Haidhausen, the French Quarter
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Named to commemorate the 1870 victory, there are very few French people to be found here… Located on the eastern banks of the Isar, this district of small slopes is less touristy: ideal for escaping the incessant flow of tourists, while enjoying strolls along the Isar, small cafés and chic restaurants. Good news, then, that finding accommodation here should be less expensive.
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