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3-2-1- It's time to drink beer 155 meters above Munich
The Paketpost Quarter just got the green light
Sana Ahmad
July 02, 2026
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Here’s what we’ve got for you this week:
Heads up for Munich drivers: the Luise-Kiesselbach Tunnel is closed northbound till August 2 for fire damage repairs. The tunnel took a serious hit from a truck fire in April 2024 and the final fix requires a full closure of the northbound lanes. Unfortunately, this means congestion in the southwest of the city but at least you can plan ahead for it.
On a more exciting note, Oktoberfest construction kicked off on the Theresienwiese on June 29. The big brewery tents go up first, followed by rides and fairground stalls through August and into September.
If you want to see the construction up close, guided tours of the site are on now.
3 bits of news
Munich's water supply is still in crisis
Last week, SWM asked residents to cut back on water use – this week it's gotten more serious. Mayor Dominik Krause has convened an emergency taskforce, calling it the worst water situation the city has faced since the early 1970s. The supply is still secure, but only just.
The city is already acting. Ten decorative fountains are being switched off, including the Fischbrunnen at Marienplatz, saving 43% of total fountain water use. Another 56 fountains will have their daily running hours cut, and city green spaces, sports fields, and school pools will all see reductions.
The ask to residents remains the same: no garden watering, no pool filling, no car washing, prefer showering to taking a bath, turn off the tap while brushing your teeth – even small amounts make a difference. Krause has warned if consumption doesn't drop, further measures will follow.
Find more information here (in German).
Your broken appliances have new rights in Germany
From July 31, Germany's new right to repair law kicks in. Manufacturers of certain products including smartphones and refrigerators must now offer repairs and spare parts even after the warranty expires. If you get something repaired within the warranty period, that warranty also extends by an extra twelve months.
The law also bars manufacturers from making devices deliberately difficult to open or fix. For products from non-EU manufacturers, the importer carries the same obligations. It doesn't cover everything currently so the product category matters.
France and Austria already subsidize repairs through manufacturer-funded schemes. Germany is looking into something similar. Now whether spare parts will actually be available and affordable remains to be seen.
Find more information here (in German).
Munich is getting a beer garden with Alpine views
The Paketpost Quarter in Neuhausen-Nymphenburg just got official clearance. Two 155-meter towers; the tallest buildings Munich has ever seen can now be built on the former parcel post site.
One of the towers will have a publicly accessible beer garden on the top floor. If built as planned, it would be the highest beer garden on a building in the world. The historic parcel post hall stays standing, possibly acting as a concert hall.
The project has been controversial since 2018. Critics raise concerns about the skyline, infrastructure, and affordable housing. Courts dismissed legal challenges, the city council approved it, and now it's law. Completion is expected around 2033.
Bonus:
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2 upcoming events
Join thousands dancing at dawn in the Englischer Garten
The Kocherlball is one of Munich's most unique traditions. Every summer, thousands gather at the Chinese Tower in the Englischer Garten before sunrise to dance Bavarian folk dances together. On Sunday, July 19, from 6am to 10am, there will be candles, traditional costumes, live music, and breakfast.
The tradition dates back to the 1880s, when Munich's domestic staff would meet on Sunday mornings before heading back to work. Banned in 1904 for lack of decency, revived in 1989, it’s been running every summer since.
No experience needed as dance instructors explain every step on stage. The reserved area is fully booked, but FREE spots around the Chinese Tower are available. Just show up and dance. In case you want to practice in advance, free dance lessons are being offered starting today at Hofbräuhaus München.
Find more information here (in German).
General information:
📍 Englischer Garten 3, 80538 München
⏰ Sunday, July 19, 6am–10am
🎟️ FREE
60+ sports clubs take over Königsplatz this Sunday
The Munich Sports Festival returns to Königsplatz in Maxvorstadt on Sunday, July 5. Over 60 sports clubs and partners will set up across the square, inviting visitors of all ages to try out everything. There will be climbing walls, pickleball, skimboarding, slacklining, and ninja obstacle courses. No registration, all for FREE.
Highlights include the Minga Warrior challenge, the Trickline World Cup, the Munich Street Soccer Cup, and a Street Floorball Open stop. A free heart check is also available on site, alongside a food truck market and beer garden.
Show up, try something new, and leave with a sport you didn't know you liked.
Find more information about the event here (in German).
General information:
📍 Königsplatz, 80333 München
⏰ Sunday, July 5
🎟️ FREE
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1 new restaurant/café to try
Ibero Tapas
Ibero Tapas is a Spanish tapas restaurant on Guldeinstraße in Schwanthalerhöhe. The highlight is their open kitchen with a large grill island in the center where the paellas cook in full view.
The croquetas and grilled octopus are the most praised dishes, with the Valencian paella not far behind. Portions are generous, the sangria is well-made, and the cheesecake gets its own fan base in the reviews. Shared plates are the move here – order a few and work your way through the menu.
The space is small and fills up fast, so a reservation is recommended.
General information:
📍 Guldeinstraße 50, 80339 München-Schwanthalerhöhe
🥘 Spanish
⏰ Monday–Wednesday, 5:30–11pm
Saturday, 5:30pm–Midnight
Sunday, closed
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