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Heads-up: we’ve got a long weekend coming. With public holidays on Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21 for Easter, many stores, offices and services will be closed across the city. So if your fridge is looking light or you’re planning a big Easter brunch, now’s the time to stock up. Because nobody wants to fight over the last carton of eggs on Thursday night.

Summer is almost here! Take a look at the 13 best lakes near Munich for some fun. Check them out here: 13 Of The Breathtaking Lakes Near Munich You MUST Visit

3 bits of news

Behind city hall doors

Ever walked past city hall and wondered what goes on behind those big wooden doors? 

On Saturday, May 3, from 10am to 4pm, you finally get to find out. The city is throwing open the doors with its annual Open Day, and it’s not just for the politics nerds.

We’re talking guided tours, a meet-and-greet with the mayor, a rare view from the town hall balcony, and access to parts of the building you’ve probably never even noticed.

It’s not just city hall—Open Day stretches all across Munich. Hop around to see what goes on at the fire stations, learn how canal systems work (yes, it’s oddly fascinating), or peek at how pool tech really runs.

Find more info here (in German). 

Westbad indoor pool reopens  

After nearly a year of construction, Westbad’s indoor pool in Pasing has reopened and locals are loving it. 

Doors opened on April 14, and by lunchtime, hundreds had already made a splash. Even the sunshine showed up for it.

This isn’t just a touch-up. We’re talking new showers, updated steam baths, fresh wardrobes, and a renovated roof. 

The indoor area includes:

• A 25-meter lap pool

• Adventure pool with palms

• Slides and whirlpools

• Newly upgraded steam room

The Finnish sauna is open too, but the full sauna area won’t be ready until the end of June. 

What’s Coming Next:

For now, there’s a reduced entry price: €9.30. When it’s all open again, swimwear will be required in the sauna so families can join too.

The outdoor pool area opens May 15 with:

• 50m pool

• Diving platforms (1m & 3m)

• Adventure pool with a 64m stainless slide

• Playground and splash zone for kids

Find more information here (in German). 

Shopping center gets a makeover

Remember when the Forum Schwanthalerhöhe was just about shops and escalators? Not anymore. 

This place is flipping the script. With trampolines, escape rooms, VR games, and even karaoke, the upper floor is turning into a full-on entertainment zone.

The shift comes after the pandemic left a few retail gaps, and honestly, shopping habits aren’t what they used to be. So the Forum’s doing something smart: offering what the internet can’t.

The ground floor is also welcoming new food spots soon. Opening hours remain 10am–8pm, but the fun stuff? Stays open later. You can hit the karaoke mic or VR arena until 10:30pm - even on Sundays.

Find more information here ​​(in German).

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• Germany named 9th best country for young adults

• Free money: Germany's basic income experiment

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2 upcoming events

2,500 stalls to browse in one day

If you’re into vintage finds, secondhand steals, or just a good old-fashioned haggle, clear your Saturday. 

On April 26, the Theresienwiese turns into Bavaria’s biggest flea market, with around 2,500 sellers spreading out across 80,000 square meters.

It runs from 7am to 4pm, and entry is totally free. 

Want to sell? Here’s how.

Spots go fast, so if you’re planning to sell, book your stand through MünchenTicket starting in March. Setup starts the day before, on Friday, April 25. No early markings, no large furniture, and definitely no mystery meat allowed.

And yes, the BRK still runs the show, with proceeds going to medical, rescue, and water services. So even if you’re just there for fun, you’re still part of something helpful.

Find more information here (in German).

General information:

📍 Theresienwiese, 80336 München

🗓️ Saturday, April 26, 2025

⏰ 7am to 4pm

Skate through the city

Are you ready to swap traffic for tunes and wheels? Munich BladeNight kicks off on Monday, May 5, and it’s your chance to cruise through the city like you own the road, because for one night, you kind of do.

The meet-up starts at Bavariapark (U5 Schwanthalerhöhe), with good vibes and good food from 6pm. The real fun begins at 9pm, when hundreds of skaters hit the streets on one of four scenic routes. It’s organized by the folks at SkateMunich! with tons of volunteers making sure everyone rolls safe.

Need gear? The Rollerblade rental truck is there from 7pm. 

Feeling hungry? Grab Mexican bites from La Cometa or roasted nuts and ice cream on-site. 

Want to learn how to brake like a pro? There’s a course for that at 8pm.

And if you’re feeling generous, check out the donation tables or drop a few euros on PayPal. This whole thing is volunteer-run, and every bit helps keep it rolling.

Find more information here (in German). 

General information: 

📍  Bavariapark, 80339 München

🗓️  Starts Monday, May 5, 2025 (a total of 20 dates from May to September) 

⏰ From 6pm

BONUS

• Osterfest at Olympiapark - April 20

• E-Bike days - April 25–27

• Isarflux - April 20

• Guided bike tours with the Mobility Department

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1 new restaurant/café to try

ELI: Schwabing

Forget the usual pub food. At Elisabethmarkt, there’s a new kind of flavor making waves and it’s called ELI. 

Open since early April, this bright and buzzing spot leans into a cozy “Soul Kitchen” feel, with everything from cauliflower steak to veal liver, plus creative cocktails that basically deserve their own menu.

With space for over 300 guests split between a royal-blue dining room and a sunny terrace, ELI brings people together over shared plates, bold ideas, and modern twists on comfort food. Dogs welcome, by the way. And yes, brunch is a thing on weekends from 9am to 2pm. 

Do try the grilled watermelon, sweet potato pancakes, or their signature sushi rice waffles topped with trout or eggplant.

Drinks? Start with the “ELI Sparkle” or the oak barrel-aged Negroni if you’re feeling adventurous.

General information:

📍  Elisabethplatz 20, 80796 München 

🥘  Soul Kitchen

⏰  Monday - Thursday, 11am–11pm

Friday–Saturday 11am–1am

Sunday 9am–11pm

Brunch: Weekends, 9am–2pm

Visit ELI

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