🍺 Oktoberfest 2024: a complete guide to the main beer festival
It flowed down my mustache, but didn’t get into my mouth. And this is not about Oktoberfest 2024. Because this is a unique beer festival that has no equal. What does this wonderful festival have in store? Let's find out. After all, every year it gets better and better. Millions of people visit it every year, and it’s hard to even count the liters of beer they drink!
Date and location of Oktoberfest 2024
The festival will begin on September 16, 2024. Starts at 12:00. Venue – in the city of Munich on Theresa's Meadow, near Hauptbahnhof. The site is located next to the main railway station and metro. So there are no difficulties to find or get there. Just 10 minutes and you are there. The festival will last until October 3.
Why is it worth visiting a beer festival?
Oktoberfest in Germany is the largest and most popular beer festival. Of course, there are other holidays dedicated to the intoxicating drink, but none have yet compared to Oktoberfest. If you think that the beer festival is mainly for men, then you are deeply mistaken. Entire families come to see it. Everyone will find something interesting for themselves. Lots of tents, tents and even attractions – all this awaits you in September at Oktoberfest 2024.
Beer information
The most important question is: what beer can you try and how much will it cost? Price – from 12.60 € to 14.90 €. Paulaner, Augustiner, Hofbräu and many other breweries will provide their drinks. More information about them and prices can be found here.
Food
If you are worried that you will remain hungry at the beer festival, then you are in vain. Grilled chicken, sausages, fish on a stick, gingerbread and more will help satisfy your hunger. Roughly speaking, the food will include everything that represents German cuisine. A special menu will be developed for children. By the way, please note that families with children under six years old are not allowed into the beer halls after 18:00.
Attractions
The organizers also prepared entertainment for visitors with children. What kind of attractions will there be: a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, a chain carousel and various shows. More information on the official Oktoberfest page.
A little about the rules
- Smoking is prohibited in the tents and beer gardens. Special zones are allocated for this.
- Entrance to the festival grounds with luggage larger than 10x15x20 cm is limited. There will be storage rooms.
- You shouldn't go on the rides if you've drunk several liters of beer.
- You cannot bring animals with you.
- It is prohibited to ride scooters, bicycles and other vehicles.
Overnight
By the beginning of August, almost all hotels and hostels are already booked. If there are vacancies, the prices will be inflated. You can also consider the option of apartments. Don't delay your booking! You can see the options here: Trip.com, Booking, Airbnb.
Some of the popular hotels in Munich are Laimer Hof, Bayerischer Hof Hotel and Pension am Jakobsplatz. Hostels to consider: The Tent, Meininger and Hostival. There will also be dedicated camping from 40€ to 100€ per night. Options for camping include Campingplatz München Obermenzing, Campingplatz Nord-West and Messe Riem.
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Other locations
If you suddenly get bored at the festival, we suggest visiting other interesting places in Munich. Therefore, it is worth considering travel tours in advance. We recommend visiting the following locations:
BMW World and Museum – lovers of the brand should definitely go there. There are cars and motorcycles from different eras on display. Located near the Olympic Park.
The Munich residence was the home of the Wittelsbach dynasty of Bavarian rulers. There you can see outstanding porcelain, silverware, paintings, rare furniture and sculpture . The New Town Hall is the main attraction of Marienplatz Square. Made in neo-Gothic style. Her clock strikes 43 bells three times a day. 32 human-sized figures also appear and perform scenes.