Fun At Munich's Greatest Beer Festival - Oktoberfest!
MUNICH, EU, September 7, 2005. The beautiful city of Munich is home to the annual 'Oktoberfest' Beer Festival which this year, takes place between 17th September and 3rd October. The opening parade takes place on Saturday 17th September and involves a spectacular parade of brewery owners, locals and waiters all dressed in traditional Bavarian costume. As they swing their beer mugs and move through the streets of Munich sat atop horse drawn floats, the Beer Festival is clearly underway.
Attracting nearly 7 million people a year, this larger than life celebration involves a sprawling city of beer tents, roller coaster rides, food halls as well as a huge variety of gourmet sweets and delicacies to help wash back the lager. With 5 million litres of beer, over 300,000 pork sausages and a remarkable 600,000 roast chickens to be consumed it's no wander everyone has a fantastic time.
The event attracts people from all around the globe and visitors range from young groups to families and singletons who can't wait to soak up the unique and exhilarating atmosphere. If swigging back large amounts of beer isn't your scene then feel free to sit back, sip your drink at your leisure and enjoy the sights around you. If you consider yourself to be a bit more of a party-goer then get ready to really let your hair down and join in the greatest beer and fun festival in the world. The Munich Beer Festival really does have something for everyone to enjoy and remember.
German Travel Centre is currently offering excellent package deals during September and October to Munich for as little as lb265pp. This price includes 3 nights accommodation at the first class Maritim Hotel in Munich based on two people sharing a twin/double room. The price also includes return flights from London and regional departures are available at a supplement. For reservations please contact German Travel Centre on 0208 429 2900.
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