3 highlights to experience in Munich this autumn

Jul 2026 | 2 min read | Lufthansa Editorial Team

The Family-Friendly Side of Oktoberfest: Oide Wiesn
Historic merry-go-rounds, traditional beer tents with wooden dance floors, and plenty of Bavarian charm: visiting Oide Wiesn (admission: 4 Euro) – the nostalgic section of Munich’s Oktoberfest (September 19–October 4) – feels like stepping back in time. Visit the museum tent to explore the history of the Wiesn, enjoy brass band concerts, or let your children fill up on unlimited lemonade from a fountain in the Limogarten at the “Festzelt Tradition”. 

A visit is especially worthwhile on Family Day, which takes place on Tuesdays. Rides on the Theresienwiese are offered at reduced prices, and many festival tents serve affordable lunch specials. 

Experience Oktoberfest the traditional way:

150 Years on Track: Munich’s Trams Celebrate a Milestone Birthday
Munich’s tram network has been reliably transporting people across the city for 150 years. Unlike cities such as Hamburg – tram-free since 1978 – Munich has preserved and embraced this iconic mode of transport.

To celebrate the anniversary, the city is hosting a series of events. On October 17, a vehicle parade will showcase numerous historic trams traveling from Sendlinger Tor to Maximilianstraße. The celebrations continue on October 18 with a public festival at the tram depot, while the MVG Museum will also offer special exhibitions and activities.

Here’s a tip for visitors: Line 19 serves as an affordable sightseeing route throughout the year. All you need is a regular public transport ticket to enjoy a ride past many of Munich’s most famous landmarks.

Find out more about the anniversary celebrations here:

Autumn Bliss: Discover Bavaria’s Lakes in a New Light
Munich’s lakes are often so crowded in summer that it can be hard to find a spot by the water. The city's residents cherish the many spectacular lakes surrounding Munich, and on sunny days the shores quickly fill with families and groups of friends.

Autumn, however, reveals a different side of Bavaria’s lake landscape. As temperatures drop and morning mists drift across the water, they become places of tranquility and quiet beauty.

Just a 90-minute drive from Munich, the crystal-clear Eibsee sits at the foot of Germany’s highest mountain, the Zugspitze. The Chiemsee invites visitors to take a boat trip to Herrenchiemsee Palace, one of the three royal palaces built by King Ludwig II. Meanwhile, the Tegernsee is a favorite destination for those seeking peaceful walks and relaxation by the water.

Whatever you are looking for, Bavaria has a lake to match every taste. 

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