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3-2-1- It's time to watch the World Cup outside
Munich just approved late-night public viewing until 1am
Sana Ahmad
May 28, 2026
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11 and Munich has already sorted out the rules for watching it outside. Bars, restaurants, and beer gardens can show matches in outdoor areas until 1am, then again from 6am. A few spots with stricter noise limits still cap at 10pm, so worth checking before you show up.
When there's no match on, there's a lake to jump in. Munich has more FREE swimming spots than most cities its size – from Feringasee in Unterföhring and Riemer See in the east to the Isar at the Flaucher in Sendling and Lußsee in the northwest. Here are the best ones so you know exactly where to go.
3 bits of news
A new train is coming to Munich in 2028
FlixTrain is adding Munich to its network from 2028 and it's a homecoming. The company was founded here in 2013, and it's returning with brand new high-speed trains capable of 230km/h, built by Siemens in Munich-Allach. The total order comes to €2.4 billion.
The trains run on the proven Talgo 230 model, already operating across Europe. They come with barrier-free access, high-performance WiFi, and an upgraded seating concept. Not a prototype but a tested platform with Munich-specific improvements.
For passengers, this means real competition for Deutsche Bahn on long-distance routes out of Munich. Whether fares stay low once the novelty wears off is another question but more options are never bad.
Find more information here (in German).
Munich's guided tram tour is back every weekend
To mark 150 years of trams in Munich, something we covered earlier this year – the Münchentram is back after a seven-year break. Last seen in 2019, it returns starting May 23 with a guided city tour every Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday until October 4. A city guide narrates live throughout the 50-minute ride.
The route runs from Sendlinger Tor through Isartor and up to the Maximilianeum, then along Theatinerstraße to Karlsplatz, north to Schwabing, and back again. The full loop passes through some of the most storied neighborhoods in the city. Note: the route changes slightly in May and July due to construction.
Capacity is 50 seats per trip. Tickets can be booked online, with a limited number available on the day. Worth booking ahead if you're planning a weekend visit with family or guests in town.
A new German course built for complete beginners
If you are still at square one with German, DeutschMeister A1 is worth knowing about. The course was developed by Eva-Maria Schinko, a sworn translator and founder of LiA in Bavaria, and takes complete beginners to A1 level. It's self-paced, works on any device, and is available worldwide.
The course holds ZFU certification, a quality seal from Germany's state authority for distance learning. That means it has been formally vetted for content and structure.
Three plans are available: solo self-study, group sessions with community access, or one-on-one coaching with Eva-Maria directly. Not sure if it's the right fit? A free demo is available with no credit card required.
Find more information here (in English).
Bonus:
We’d like to thank our first sponsor.
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2 upcoming events
Caribbean Carnival comes to Munich this June
Munich Carnival runs June 4 to 7, bringing four days of soca, costumes, parade energy, and Caribbean culture to the city. Inspired by the Carnival of Trinidad and Tobago, it spans multiple venues across Munich: from Hirschgarten in Neuhausen to Au-Haidhausen with something happening every day and most nights.
The lineup covers a lot of ground – opening parties, a tram party rolling through the city, a rooftop party, a dancehall-meets-soca night, and a full road parade to close it out.
Workshops, movement sessions, and cultural programming run throughout the weekend. This is Munich's answer to Berlin's Karneval der Kulturen.
Find more information here (in English).
General information:
📍 Various locations across Munich
⏰ Thursday, June 4, from 5pm
🎟️ From €10
Gasteig is turning 40 and throwing a 40-hour festival
Europe's largest arts center is celebrating its 40th birthday with 40 hours straight of FREE programming at Gasteig HP8 in Sendling. It kicks off Friday, June 5 at 10am with a breakfast under a giant disco ball and runs until Sunday at 2am. No tickets, no entry fee.
The program shifts with the clock. Daytime brings workshops and inclusive concerts for both deaf and hearing audiences. Evenings move into surprise concerts, a cozy cinema with blankets and cushions, and late-night parties that go until 2am. Saturday closes with a full dance night.
This is one of the biggest cultural events Munich has seen this year. Hop in for an hour or stay the whole weekend – up to you.
Find more information here (in English).
General information:
📍 Hans-Preißinger-Straße 8, 81379 München
⏰ Friday, June 5–Sunday, June 7
🎟️ FREE
Bonus:
We’d like to thank our second sponsor.
The family trip your kids will still talk about at 30
Intrepid just launched eight new Premium Family trips across Borneo, Morocco, India, Costa Rica and more — small groups, experienced local guides, elevated stays, and immersive cultural experiences designed specifically for families. All the logistics sorted so you can actually enjoy it.
1 new restaurant/café to try
Mo's Kitchen Foodtruck
Mo's Kitchen is a halal smash burger truck parked in Pasing, and it punches well above its weight for a food truck. The beef is grass-fed Irish, buns are brioche and everything is cooked to order. The menu is simple: burgers, sides and drinks.
The regulars go for the Trüffel Burger with parmesan and truffle mayo, or the Chili Cheese with jalapeño cheese sauce. The Burger of the Month right now is the I Love Italia: mozzarella, semi-dried tomatoes, and a pistachio basil mayo that sounds like it shouldn't work but does. Vegetarian options and chicken burgers on Sundays round things out.
It's a food truck, so the vibe is casual and the lines can move fast. Also available on Uber Eats if Pasing feels like a stretch.
General information:
📍 Baumbachstr. 2, 81245 München
🥘 Burgers
⏰ Wednesday and Thursday, Noon–8:30pm
Friday and Saturday, Noon–9pm
Sunday, 3–9pm
Monday and Tuesday, closed
Visit Mo’s Kitchen
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