Local Judith Lohse shares her enthusiasm about the countless lovely places you shouldn't miss when visiting Munich.

Ranked as one of the most liveable cities in the world, Munich has all the upsides of a metropolis, but still feels like a warm, refined and welcoming town.

Avoiding the usual tourist haunts, this affectionate guide leads you to Munich's best-kept secrets such as 5 locals' favourites for lunch, 5 very different beer gardens, the 5 most sunny spots to catch your breath or 5 fascinating architecture tours.

Browsing through this guide, you'll discover the places where locals escape the hustle and bustle, from the perfect restaurant to spend a convivial evening to beautiful sites to relax in the weekend.

You'll also read about the historical events that shaped the city, as well as about what's going on today.

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