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The clock tower of Munich's Altes Rathaus rises above Marienplatz, framed by flowering plants in the foreground.

Munich by train

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Discover Munich

Munich, Bavaria’s capital, is famous for its beer gardens, baroque architecture, and alpine backdrop. Marienplatz is home to the New Town Hall with its iconic glockenspiel, while the opulent Nymphenburg Palace reflects Munich’s royal past. Englischer Garten is one of the largest urban parks, and Oktoberfest draws global visitors. With its lively festivals, rich cultural heritage, and friendly atmosphere, Munich offers a quintessential taste of Bavarian hospitality and charm.

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Short break to Munich

A short jaunt to Munich ticks all the boxes for the perfect city break by train.
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Discover Munich

Get under the skin of Munich on an overland journey by train through Germany, with time to discover the city sites and venture out into lesser-known suburbs.
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Multi-stop adventure through Munich

Travel through Germany on a multi-stop adventure to Munich, complete with scenic trains, locally-owned stays, and places that reveal the wonder of journeying overland.
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A taste of Tyrol

Journey by rail through Tyrol’s valleys and peaks, staying in alpine towns shaped by mountain culture, traditions and landscapes.
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Bavarian Alps

Expect full immersion in Alpine landscapes as you traverse Germany, Austria and Switzerland on the Arlberg Railway.
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Classic Germany

Travel across Germany by rail, linking medieval towns, industrial cities and regional food cultures from west to east.
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Activities and neighbourhoods in Munich

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  • Englischer Garten

    Stroll through Munich’s Englischer Garten, with its meadows, mature trees, and food court. Don’t miss the surfers negotiating the Eisbach wave, created by a unique kink in the riverbed.

  • Müllersches Volksbad

    Swim in one of Europe's best restored swimming pools, the Müllersches Volksbad, with its Art Nouveau dome and steam rooms with Baroque touches like murals, stucco, bronze statues and ornate iron bars.

  • Munich Residenz

    Explore the Munich Residenz, home to Bavarian dukes, electors and kings until 1918. Spend some time getting lost in the fascinating museum or the perfectly manicured gardens.

  • Pinakothek der Moderne

    Spend hours at the Pinakothek der Moderne, home to masterpieces by modern art giants like Kandinsky, Picasso, Ernst, and Miró. Its permanent collection spans the most iconic art movements of the era.

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