Munich is a truly beautiful city and is the capital of the Bavaria region. It's Germany’s third largest city and is just a few miles from the foot of the northern Alps and is close to the border with Austria. The centre of the city is dominated by the Residenz – this was formerly the home of the kings of Bavaria.

Munich was founded about 1158 although its said that there was a settlement of Bavarian Monks here in the 8th century. Munich is also called München which translates as 'Monks'.

This city has something to offer everyone with a whole host of historical as well as modern interests and not forgetting its many parks and green spaces, museums, shopping, nightlife and beer gardens.

It's the home of the Oktoberfest - a folk and beer festival which is famous throughout the world. If you're holidaying in Munich during late September-early October, be sure to try the special Oktoberfest brew.

Munich is a great starting point for your German holiday as it's within easy reach of the Alps, Neuewachstein Castle and many picturesque Bavarian villages.