Winter Events 2025/2026

Munich offers numerous winter events for culture lovers, foodies, and music fans, ensuring a varied stay:

• Tollwood Winterfestival: Runs until Christmas, offering art, music, and seasonal flair.
• Strong Beer Festival (Starkbierfest): Traditional Bavarian beer festival, March 6–29, 2026.
• Long Night of Museums: Discover art, history, and more after hours, October 17, 2026.
• Classical Concerts at Gasteig HP8

Museums & Exhibitions – Art, History & Inspiration

When it’s cold and gray outside, Munich’s museums are the perfect refuge. Notable highlights for Winter 2025/2026:

• Museum Brandhorst – “Long Story Short. A History of Art”: Contemporary art from 1960 to today, colorful and engaging.
• Lenbachhaus – “Out of Focus” (until February 15, 2026): Striking photography exhibition on Haiti, visually powerful and culturally significant.
• Haus der Kunst – “Wassermusik” & “Soy Energía”: International installations that make modern art come alive.
• State Museum of Egyptian Art – “Childhood on the Nile”: Fascinating insights into growing up in ancient Egypt, perfect for families.
• Kunsthalle Munich – “Digital by Nature. The Art of Miguel Chevalier” (until March 1, 2026): Europe’s largest solo exhibition of digital/AI artist Miguel Chevalier.

Wellness – Warmth, Relaxation & Spa Feeling in the City

If you’re looking for a break from the hustle and bustle, there are perfect places to relax in and around Munich:

• Müller’sches Volksbad: Art Nouveau architecture, saunas, and steam baths.
• Therme Erding: One of Europe’s largest spa resorts.
• Monte Mare Tegernsee: Saunas by the lake with spectacular views – only a short drive (1 hour). You might find this article interesting: Tegernsee & Schliersee in Winter: Tobogganing, Winter Hikes & Cozy Alpine Huts

Cafés & Winter Lounges – Warm Up in Style

These cafés are among the best places in Munich to relax in winter, enjoy hot coffee, and briefly escape the cold weather:

• Café am Beethovenplatz: Classic and elegant.
• Man Versus Machine: Specialty coffee in a modern setting.
• Kaffeerösterei Viktualienmarkt: Cozy, local atmosphere.
• PALMZ Acai: Trendy and delicious.

Culinary Winter Highlights

Those who enjoy Munich’s cuisine in winter experience the city at its coziest – ideal for foodies and connoisseurs:

• Kaiserschmarrn at Café Rischart
• Schmalznudel at Café Frischhut
• Roast pork at Wirtshaus in der Au
• South Tyrolean dumplings at Fink’s Südtiroler Knödelküche

Winter Walks in & Around Munich

Winter strolls are ideal if you want to combine city life with nature. Even if snow isn’t guaranteed, Munich offers beautiful winter paths:

• English Garden: Expansive, quiet winter areas for relaxing walks.
• Nymphenburg Palace Park: Romantic, historic, with canals, fountains, and baroque avenues.
• Botanical Garden: Winter plants and tropical greenhouses; visit the butterfly exhibition from Dec 13, 2025 – Mar 8, 2026.
• Isar Riverbanks: Atmospheric, accessible, perfect for walks, jogging, or even ice bathing.

Ice Skating & Curling

Ice skating and curling are two of the most enjoyable winter activities in Munich. These quintessentially Bavarian pastimes are very sociable and perfect for winter evenings.

• Nymphenburg Palace Canal (when frozen)
• Prinzregentenstadion
• Olympia Ice Stadium

Day Trips to the Alps

Munich’s proximity to the Alps makes it perfect for winter excursions. Many snow destinations are just 1–2 hours away:

• Tegernsee & Schliersee: Winter hiking, sledding, and cozy huts.
• Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Skiing and Partnach Gorge.
• Eibsee & Zugspitze: Guaranteed snow and alpine winter panoramas.
• Füssen & Neuschwanstein: Fairy-tale castles in the snow.
• Find the winter destination that suits you best!

3. Secret Viewpoints & Quiet Photo Spots in Munich

Discover Munich’s quieter side and capture special winter moments off the tourist trail:

• Monopteros at Sunset: Small temple in the English Garden, perfect for photos and walks.
• Oberföhringer Wehr: Scenic Isar spot with flowing water and winter landscapes.
• Olympiaberg: Ideal panoramic view over the city.
• Maximilianeum & Gärtnerplatz: Historic architecture in winter ambiance.
• Alter Südfriedhof: Peaceful winter park with historic graves and snow-covered paths.
• Prinzregentenstraße / Friedensenge: Viewpoint over the Isar for atmospheric winter shots.

4. Practical Tips for Your Winter Day in Munich

With the right preparation, you can enjoy a relaxed, flexible, and safe winter day in Munich, whether you stay in the city or take a trip to the Alps:

• Wear warm clothing & waterproof shoes
• Use public transport (parking can be tricky in winter)
• Bring spikes for icy paths
• Carry a power bank (cold drains batteries)
• Check webcams & weather before Alpine trips
• Tip: Plan your route, sights, and cafés in advance

Winter essentials: These items are must-haves for a winter outing – or even for visiting a Christmas market.

All Winter Spots in Munich on One Google My Map

To help you plan your winter day in Munich perfectly, we have compiled all the featured spots, exhibitions, and outdoor locations into a Google My Map. This way, you can see at a glance where the most beautiful winter spots, photo locations, castles, and parks are located:

Tip: Plan your route, estimate walking times, and filter highlights according to your interests.