Munich beer festival
Munich beer festival - 19th September - 4th October
The festivities take place in vast marquees hosted by various Munich breweries, each seating around several thousand people. The opening parade starts on the Saturday morning when the breweries with their horse drawn carriages and various folk groups in traditional costumes parade through the streets of Munich stopping at the 'Theresienwiese'. At noon the Mayor pulls Oktoberfests first 'beer mug' to mark the start of the festivities.
The festivals world reknown beer, delicious food and traditonal music help to create a unique and vibrant atmosphere. Outside the tents the giant funfair which features the traditional attractions and high-tech white knuckle rides make it also a great and popular family occassion. Bregenz festival Bregenz Festival - July and August
Every year in July and August, opera-lovers crowd Lake Constance to experience the unique atmosphere of music and theatre under the stars. The heady mix of breathtaking natural scenery and spectacular stage sets, mild summer evenings and high-calibre opera, makes any visit to the Bregenz Festival an unforgettable exerience. The impressive floating stage and the Festival Opera House are even featued in the Bond Film 'Quantam of Solace' Christmas Markets Christmas markets - End of November until Christmas eve
Traditional Christmas markets are held in cities, towns and villages throughout the country and are becoming increasinly popular. The gifts here are unique and show true craftman skills. You can buy all kinds of Christmas merchandise and gift such as crib figurines, wood carvings, toys, candles, and lambskin shoes. Many are difficult to resist - as will be the glass of mulled wine you are offered and the baked apples that are very welcome on crisp winter days. The ambience is further enhanced by the aromas of hot chesnuts, grilled sausages and other tasty snacks.
The festivities take place in vast marquees hosted by various Munich breweries, each seating around several thousand people. The opening parade starts on the Saturday morning when the breweries with their horse drawn carriages and various folk groups in traditional costumes parade through the streets of Munich stopping at the 'Theresienwiese'. At noon the Mayor pulls Oktoberfests first 'beer mug' to mark the start of the festivities.
The festivals world reknown beer, delicious food and traditonal music help to create a unique and vibrant atmosphere. Outside the tents the giant funfair which features the traditional attractions and high-tech white knuckle rides make it also a great and popular family occassion. Bregenz festival Bregenz Festival - July and August
Every year in July and August, opera-lovers crowd Lake Constance to experience the unique atmosphere of music and theatre under the stars. The heady mix of breathtaking natural scenery and spectacular stage sets, mild summer evenings and high-calibre opera, makes any visit to the Bregenz Festival an unforgettable exerience. The impressive floating stage and the Festival Opera House are even featued in the Bond Film 'Quantam of Solace' Christmas Markets Christmas markets - End of November until Christmas eve
Traditional Christmas markets are held in cities, towns and villages throughout the country and are becoming increasinly popular. The gifts here are unique and show true craftman skills. You can buy all kinds of Christmas merchandise and gift such as crib figurines, wood carvings, toys, candles, and lambskin shoes. Many are difficult to resist - as will be the glass of mulled wine you are offered and the baked apples that are very welcome on crisp winter days. The ambience is further enhanced by the aromas of hot chesnuts, grilled sausages and other tasty snacks.
