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Sightseeing Munich - English, Freisinger Landstraße 86, Munich (2024)

22/06/2024

The Christopher Street Day celebrations are taking over the city! 🏳️‍🌈 And we want to introduce you to an institution of Munich's LGBTQ scene, whose history goes back almost 100 years: the Pimpernel on Müllerstraße!

In the beginning, since the 1930s, the Pimpernel near Gärtnerplatz was a brothel, until it became the meeting place for Munich's prostitutes after World War II. Since the 1980s, the Pimpernel has been one of the city's most famous LGBTQ clubs. The years 1979 to 1985 are particularly notorious, as none other than Freddie Mercury was a regular at the Pimpernel. During that time, he frequented the clubs with Austrian actress Barbara Valentin, and thanked her on the album "Mr. Bad Guy" "for big t**s and misconduct."

Today, the LGBTQ scene is no longer a subculture, but an integral part of daily life, and so the clientele of the Pimpernel has also changed. Due to its late opening hours even during the week, all kinds of party-goers are drawn to the Pimpernel. In 2004, Sven Künast, who also operated the Rote Sonne, got involved with the Pimpernel and took over the place completely in 2007.

Have you ever been to the Pimpernel?

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18/06/2024

For those who can't get enough of football, we have a very special recommendation - on our tour "FC Bayern - Humble Beginnings" you'll experience the founding and early years of this small football club from Munich! ⚽

In about 90 minutes, you'll discover the former homes of the founding members, the first football fields, and experience the most exciting stories as if you were there live. Whether on non-match days during the European Championship or anytime, you can take the tour with your phone! 📱

All information about the tour and our app can be found at www.sightseeing-munich.tours/en/fc-bayern-bescheidene-anfaenge/ !

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14/06/2024

It's EM time! Tonight, the ball will be rolling in our beautiful Munich arena! Time to brush up on your EM knowledge so you can shine tonight! ⚽️

Where will you be watching the game

For those who can't get enough football: on our "FC Bayern - Humble Beginnings" tour, you can learn all about the birth of FC Bayern Munich! Find all the info at www.sightseeing-munich.tours/en/fc-bayern-bescheidene-anfaenge/ !

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11/06/2024

Since June 1st, the Olympic Tower has been officially closed for the next 2 years due to necessary renovation works. A good reason to provide you with some numbers and facts about Munich's tallest structure!

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08/06/2024

Today we honor the footballing excellence of the early FC Bayern! For today, 70 years ago, Fritz Fürst passed away. Unfortunately, he is largely unknown to most people today, but he was one of only three FC Bayern Munich footballers who became German national players before World War I!

This was only one cap, on May 18, 1913, in Freiburg against Switzerland, but it places him in an exclusive circle. He played for Bayern from 1909 to 1914, winning both the Bavarian and South Bavarian championships in 1910, and the Bavarian championship again in 1911.

We fondly remember an early club icon! 🙏

Experience more stories from the early days of FC Bayern Munich on our tour "FC Bayern - Humble Beginnings"! More information is available at www.sightseeing-munich.tours/en/fc-bayern-bescheidene-anfaenge/! ⚽️

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05/06/2024

Have you ever been to the Hirschgarten? There's much to discover between the beer garden and the enclosure. And the park also boasts a long tradition!

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Image 1 & 7: Hirschgarten, Stadtbild, DE-1992-FS-STB-2785, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 3: Biergarten im Hirschgarten, Stadtbild, DE-1992-FS-STB-7281, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 4: Hirschgartenallee, Postkarten - Straßen und Plätze, DE-1992-FS-PK-STR-00583, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 5: Hirschgarten, Pettendorfer, DE-1992-FS-NL-PETT2-1602, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 6: J. Patrick Fischer, Hirschgarten München im Winter, CC BY 3.0

29/05/2024

Pasing looks back on a 1300-year history. We summarize it in 7 slides!

What are your favorite spots in Pasing?

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Image 1 & 7: Richard Huber, Pasinger Marienplatz um 1900 mit Mariensäule und Marktständen, CC BY-SA 4.0
Image 2: Pasing, Bahnhof, Sammlung Valentin, DE-1992-FS-NL-KV-0113, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 3: Richard Huber, Bäsing der Landtafel des Philipp Apian (um 1560), CC BY-SA 4.0
Image 4: Bahnhofsstraße Pasing, Postkarten - Stadtbild, DE-1992-FS-PK-STB-14498, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 5: Pasing 01/15 Straßen und Plätze, Postkarten - Stadtbild, DE-1992-FS-PK-STB-13781, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 6: Cholo Aleman, Pasing Arcaden 1, CC BY-SA 3.0

25/05/2024

From dumpling factory to cultural hotspot. We're here to tell you the story of the Werksviertel. 🎡

What memories do you have of the area around Ostbahnhof?

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Image 2: Blow up, Stadtbild, DE-1992-FS-STB-2090, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 3: Rufus46, Friedenstr. 22 Muenchen-2, CC BY-SA 3.0
Image 4: Pfanni-Werke in der Grafinger Straße 6 (ehem. Glonner Straße 6), Innenansicht, Stadtbild, DE-1992-FS-STB-7902, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 6: Otto Steidle, München, Medienbrücke, 9, CC BY-SA 3.0

21/05/2024

During the wild disco days in Munich, one experienced the strangest stories in the evenings. When a famous band wasn't mingling with the crowd after their own concert, club owners tried everything to attract people. 🪩

One particularly famous venue in this regard is Crash, a Munich institution for over 55 years. Its birthday parties were especially renowned. For example, on its 40th birthday, every drink cost only 40 cents. They held contests such as the "Miss Stark Naked" competition, the ugliest person in Munich, or the woman who could eat the most sauerkraut topless – a whopping 2 pounds! 👑

One evening, the DJ announced that anyone arriving at Crash with a horse the next evening would receive a free bottle of whiskey. 🐴 Thirteen brave guests arrived on horseback; one of the horses even got to enter the club, while the others had to wait outside until their riders finished their free whiskey. 🤠

Do you remember any other stories from Crash?

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17/05/2024

Did you know? Max Weber Square honors two Max Webers. We'll tell you more about both of them as well as the history of the square.

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Image 1 & 6: Cholo Aleman, Max Weber Platz, CC BY-SA 3.0
Image 2: Fentriss, Muemxwebplatz03082014c99, CC BY-SA 4.0
Image 3: Max-Weber-Platz, Pettendorfer, DE-1992-FS-NL-PETT1-2476, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 5: anonym, München Max-Weber-Platz, CC BY-SA 3.0

13/05/2024

The Arabellapark appears to be from another world. We have all the information about the area in Munich's northeast.

What is your opinion on the style of Arabellapark?

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Image 1: Gunnar Klack, 2019-03-05-Hypo-Hochhaus-3, CC BY-SA 4.0

10/05/2024

"If you were there, getting pushed, shoved, with buttons torn off your jacket, tartar bread on your pants, and otherwise slightly bewildered by shock music, go-go girls, and psychedelic light shows as you left the site of the inferno, it was your own fault, you simply shouldn't have gone." - That's how the gossip press wrote about the first night at Blow Up. Many more were to follow in a short time. We tell the rapid and explosive story of Blow Up. 💥

Have you experienced Blow Up live?

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Image 1 & 7: Blow up, Stadtbild, DE-1992-FS-STB-2090, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 2: Blow up am Elisabethplatz, Eröffnung, Rudi-Dix-Archiv, DE-1992-FS-NL-RD-0014-E-24, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 3: Blow up am Elisabethplatz, Eröffnung, Rudi-Dix-Archiv, DE-1992-FS-NL-RD-0014-F-10, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 4: Blow up am Elisabethplatz, Eröffnung, Rudi-Dix-Archiv, DE-1992-FS-NL-RD-0014-E-29, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 5: Blow up am Elisabethplatz, Eröffnung, Rudi-Dix-Archiv, DE-1992-FS-NL-RD-0014-F-11, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 6: Rufus46, Schauburg Muenchen-1, CC BY-SA 3.0

07/05/2024

In Neuhausen, no one can ignore the name Winthir. But who was he really?

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Image 3: München: Winthirsäule in Neuhausen (Nordseite), Historischer Verein von Oberbayern - Bildersammlung, DE-1992-HV-BS-A-04-59, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 4: Winthir Kirche, Sammlung Weinberger, DE-1992-FS-NL-WEIN-0263, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 5: I, Rufus46, St. Maximilian Muenchen-2, CC BY-SA 3.0

03/05/2024

A confusing yet fascinating revolutionary period. We offer you a glimpse into the year 1919.

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Image 1, 4 & 7: Egelhofer (Eglhofer), Rudolf (1896-1919 erschossen), Matrose, KPD-Mitglied und Mitglied der Münchner Räterepublik, Stadtkommandant von München 13.-17.4.1919, Oberkommandierender der Roten Armee seit 16.4.1919, Fotosammlung - Personen, DE-1992-FS-PER-E-0052-01, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 3: Rotgardisten während der zweiten Räterepublik, April 1919, Postkarten - Ereignisse, DE-1992-FS-PK-ERG-09-0345, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)

28/04/2024

Unterföhring, Munich's northeastern neighbor. How has this small village transformed into an important media hub? 📡

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Image 5: Ziegelei Welsch ?, Sammlung Valentin, DE-1992-FS-NL-KV-0565, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 6: Monacoporter, Sky Deutschland, Zentrale in Unterföhring – 02, CC BY-SA 4.0

25/04/2024

Spring is finally here! 🌷 And with it comes good weather, warm temperatures, and a blooming English Garden! You can explore it perfectly with our app and the "English Garden" tour, where you not only enjoy the beautiful nature but also learn the most exciting stories of the English Garden. For just €2.29, a great afternoon is guaranteed!

For more information, visit www.sightseeing-munich.tours/en/english-garden!

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23/04/2024

Bavarian beer has been a product with a protected designation of origin since 2001. German beer culture has been recognized as intangible cultural heritage by the German-speaking UNESCO community since 2013. Reason enough to celebrate, because 508 years ago today, the Reinheitsgebot (Purity Law) for beer was proclaimed in Bavaria. Before that, adventurous ingredients were used for brewing beer, such as soot for making dark beer. 😨

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19/04/2024

A beautiful fountain with a beautiful history. Let us reveal to you the different locations of the Glass Palace Fountain.

Who among you remembers the fountain from Orleansplatz?

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Image 2: Rufus46, Glaspalastbrunnen am Weissenburgerplatz Muenchen-1, CC BY-SA 3.0
Image 3: Glaspalast, Sammlung Valentin, DE-1992-FS-NL-KV-0369, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 4: Glaspalast, Sammlung Valentin, DE-1992-FS-NL-KV-1385, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 5: Glaspalast, Sammlung Weinberger, DE-1992-FS-NL-WEIN-0083, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 6: Ostbahnhof, Stadtbild, DE-1992-FS-STB-6467, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 7: Oliver Raupach, Glaspalast-Brunnen, CC BY-SA 2.5

16/04/2024

The vast medical center of the Großhadern Hospital now dominates the district of Hadern. But what did it look like there in the past?

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Image 1, 5 & 7: Kleinhadern, Postkarten - Stadtbild, DE-1992-FS-PK-STB-08773, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 2: Großhadern 02/01, Postkarten - Stadtbild, DE-1992-FS-PK-STB-08703, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 3: Brunnen in Grosshadern, Historischer Verein von Oberbayern - Bildersammlung, DE-1992-HV-BS-B-23-28
Image 4: Ricardalovesmonuments, Gemeinde Hadern 1915 - Karte, CC BY-SA 4.0
Image 6: Photo: Andreas Praefcke, Muenchen Klinikum Grosshadern, CC BY 3.0

13/04/2024

It's very likely that you've transferred at Orleansplatz before. 🚋 But have you ever wondered why the square was named after the city of Orleans? 🇫🇷

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Image 3: Orleansplatz, Sammlung Valentin, DE-1992-FS-NL-KV-0224, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 4: Weißenburger Straße, Pettendorfer, DE-1992-FS-NL-PETT1-3912, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 5: Ostbahnhof, Sammlung Weinberger, DE-1992-FS-NL-WEIN-0132, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 6: Rio65trio, Munich Ostbahnhof Station May 2017, CC BY-SA 4.0

10/04/2024

We present to you the rapid and intricate history of Rotkreuzplatz! What's your favorite corner at Rotkreuzplatz?

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Image 1 & 7: Karl Schillinger (1975), Rotkreuzplatz mit Schwesternheim, CC BY-SA 4.0
Image 3: Jagdschlössl, Sammlung Weinberger, DE-1992-FS-NL-WEIN-0225, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 4: Rotkreuzplatz, Straßen und Plätze, DE-1992-FS-STR-1377, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 5: O DM, Schwesternhochhaus Rotkreuzplatz Muenchen, CC BY-SA 3.0
Image 6: Unknown photographer, Rotkreuzplatz 1928, CC BY-SA 4.0

07/04/2024

"Who can, can - he who can, does!" Can you explain where this saying comes from?

Learn more about the lives of Munich's rulers in our tour "Home of the Rulers"! For more information, visit www.sightseeing-munich.tours/de/heimat-der-herrscher/! 👑

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Image 1, 5 & 7: Krenkl, Franz Xaver, Valentin Collection, DE-1992-FS-NL-KV-2007, Munich City Archives (unaltered, License CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 4: Diego Delso, Statue of Ludwig I of Bavaria, Munich, Germany, 2012-04-30, DD 01, CC BY-SA 3.0
Image 6: Sommer muc, Karlstor-FranzXaver-Krenkl, CC BY-SA 4.0

05/04/2024

Franz Beckenbauer was given several nicknames throughout his career, but the most famous one is "Kaiser." How did he receive this crowning? 👑

Experience more stories about FC Bayern Munich in our tour "FC Bayern - Modest Beginnings"! More information is available on our website at www.sightseeing-munich.tours/en/fc-bayern-bescheidene-anfaenge/ ⚽️

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01/04/2024

Mangfallplatz, the terminal station of the U1. Do you know where the name comes from?

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Image 2: Silesia711, U-Bahnhof Mangfallplatz1, CC BY-SA 4.0
Image 3: Sir Boris, Mangfallknie (flussabwärts), CC BY-SA 3.0
Image 5: Tahoua, Der Fluss Mangfall in Kolbermoor, CC BY-SA 4.0

29/03/2024

The Gollierplatz - a small square with an unusual name. What's the story behind it?

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Image 1 & 6: Gollierplatz, Pettendorfer, DE-1992-FS-NL-PETT1-1062, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 3: Gollierplatz, Pettendorfer, DE-1992-FS-NL-PETT1-1063, Stadtarchiv München (ohne Änderungen, Lizenz CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)
Image 4: Diego Delso, Iglesia de San Ruperto, Múnich, Alemania, 2013-03-30, DD 01, CC BY-SA 3.0

26/03/2024

Many rulers are known for their policies even after their passing. Albrecht IV, the Wise, managed to expand his myth even after his death. Let us introduce him to you!

Learn more about the lives of Munich's rulers in our tour "Homeland of the Rulers"! More information is available at www.sightseeing-munich.tours/en/heimat-der-herrscher/! 👑

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Image 3: Evergreen68, Reinheitsgebot München Viktualienmarkt wiki, CC BY-SA 3.0

23/03/2024

The Starkbierfest is entering its final round! Time to learn a bit more about the origins of the Nockherberg! 🤓

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Image 2: Wolfgang Kopp, Nockherberg München Paulaner Biergarten, CC BY-SA 2.0 DE

13/03/2024

You're currently wandering through the city, hearing terms like Salvator, Derblecken, and Starkbier, but you're not sure what they mean? 😵‍

Let us explain the history of the Starkbierfest to you! 🍺

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Image 1 & 6: Wolfgang Kopp, Nockherberg München Paulaner Haupteingang, CC BY-SA 2.0 DE
Image 4: Wolfgang Kopp, Nockherberg München Starkbierfest 2007, CC BY-SA 2.0 DE
Image 5: Henning Schlottmann (User:H-stt), Maxi Schafroth 4739, CC BY-SA 4.0

10/03/2024

The name Maximilian is frequently encountered in Munich's city center. Join us as we delve into the life of Maximilian II Joseph.

Learn more about Ludwig I and the lives of Munich's rulers on our tour "Home of the Rulers"! More information is available at www.sightseeing-munich.tours/en/heimat-der-herrscher! 👑

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Image 1 & 6: Kaspar von Zumbusch (1830-1915) Maximilian Dörrbecker (Chumwa), Maxmonument, CC BY-SA 2.5
Image 4: Maximilianstraße, Sammlung Valentin, DE-1992-FS-NL-KV-0450, Stadtarchiv München (no changes, license CC BY-ND 4.0 https://bit.ly/3qtrjqy)

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