Munich-Symbols
Zamperl - the dachshund is Munich's traditional dog
Zamperl is the traditional name for small dogs in Munich. The term is derived from the Ital. ‘zampa’ = paw. But Zamperl is also used to describe other small dog breeds, mixed breeds and puppies in general. They are not only loyal companions,...Monopteros - symbol of tolerance
The Monopteros is one of Munich's most important landmarks. It is located on a hill in the English Garden, above Schönfeldwiese. Such round temples with columns, also known as rotundas, already existed in ancient times. They served as a canopy...Pretzel - crispy Munich speciality
What would Munich be without pretzels? In the Bavarian capital, they are eaten for breakfast, with veal sausages or meat loaf. Even the little ones like to nibble on them with their first teeth. ‘Pretzel’ instead of “Breze” is a no-go The pretzel...Chinaturm - wooden landmark
The Chinese Tower is a pagoda located in the 375-hectare English Garden in Munich. It is made of wood, is 25 metres high and has five floors, which become narrower towards the top. The individual storeys are covered with shingle roofs...Dirndl - former servants' costume
In Munich, the dirndl is worn at the Oktoberfest, in restaurants or on festive occasions and is considered a symbol of the city. The term is a diminutive of the Bavarian word Dirn and means girl. Maids were also called this in Bavaria. And the dress...Edelweiss - Queen of the Alps
Das Edelweiß (lat. Leontopodium) ist eine sehr bekannte und begehrte Blume der Alpen. In München gibt es seit Ende des 19. Jahrhunderts Waren aller Art, die damit versehen sind. Die bayerischste aller Blumen ist ein Symbol der Stadt. Wollig mit vielen Blütenkörben In...Frauendom - the ultimate Munich symbol
The Frauenkirche is located in the centre of Munich, not far from Marienplatz. It is the city's most famous landmark and has been the cathedral church of the Bishop of Munich and Freising since 1821. It got its name from its patron saint, the Blessed Virgin Mary.
