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Essential Information about the city
Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The Franz Josef Strauss Airport, situated approximately 40 kilometres north of Munich, offers convenient transportation options. The quickest route is by train, with a journey time of around 35 to 40 minutes from München Hauptbahnhof station. Alternatively, travellers can opt for the Airport-City bus, which departs every twenty minutes from Hauptbahnhof as well. In terms of amenities, Munich airport stands out as one of the best in Germany. It features tax-free shops, cafés, restaurants, recreational areas, lounges, and a spa offering massage services. As a bustling European hub, it serves major airlines including Lufthansa, TAP, KLM, and others.
München Hbf Central Station
München Hbf is the largest and busiest station in the city. It serves as a railway station with underground S- & U-Bahn platforms, tram and bus connections. Facilities at the station include shops, restaurants, free Wi-Fi, luggage lockers, and parking. For added comfort, there's also a lounge and the München Hotel within the premises.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Munich is during the spring and summer months when the weather is more pleasant. Additionally, the first weeks of September, before Oktoberfest begins, present opportunities for enjoyable events, including festivals and concerts.
Tourist Information
The primary tourist information office is located within the town hall. Here, visitors can receive assistance regarding activities, transportation options, accommodation, and obtain city maps.
Public Bicycles
You can explore Munich by bicycle for a low fee. Munich's public bicycles are accessible to everyone at central locations. To access them, simply download the MVG app and register.
Public Transport
Munich's public transport system, boasting a large network of underground trains, buses, and public bicycles, is known for its efficiency. Getting around the city is considerably easier using public transportation compared to navigating by car.
Taxi
All registered taxi drivers have a numbered identity card on display for passengers. There are reputable taxi companies as well as apps such as Uber and Bolt.
Post
Besides handling letters and parcels, larger post offices in Munich also provide services and advice to customers. Many of them have a small shop offering postal and writing supplies. Smaller post offices with mailboxes and stamp machines are also spread throughout the city, ensuring nationwide service accessibility.
Pharmacy
Pharmacies in Germany typically operate every day of the week. However, most of them are closed on Sundays and public holidays. Some chains may offer vending machines with essential items or have select locations open 24/7 to provide continuous access to medications and healthcare products.
Telephone
Country code: +49 Area code: (0)89
Electricity
Germany operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. The plug types as in most European countries are C and F.
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