Summer fun in Munich: 20 excursion tips for unforgettable days!

Summer fun in Munich: 20 excursion tips for unforgettable days!

The sun is shining over Munich and summer is just around the corner - it's high time to discover the best excursion destinations and leisure activities in and around the Bavarian capital. tz reports that ... has 20 exciting tips for your summer vacation. From refreshing swimming lakes to entertaining open-air cinemas – there is something for everyone here.

With its new opening, the Georgenschwaige Bad is a highlight among the natural pools. The chlorine-free and CO2-neutral pool impresses with a wooden deck, a non-swimmer pool and a wide water slide. Children under 12 have free entry and can play and splash around here without any worries. You can jump into the cool water from 10 a.m., and on public holidays even from 9 a.m.

Films in the open air

Munich has two open-air cinemas to offer film fans. Daily film screenings in the Olympic Park attract visitors who can look forward to classics, children's films, comedy shows and even poetry slams. Films are also shown outdoors in Westpark. This makes you want to spend an evening with popcorn and friends in a relaxed atmosphere. muenchen-online.de provides information about…

The Five Lakes Film Festival, which will take place in the seaside resort of Starnberg from August 5th to 17th, 2025, also offers a large selection of current films as well as arthouse and classic gems. Managing director Matthias Helwig runs the festival and will also present comedies, dramas and animated films that will make every film fan's heart beat faster. Real cinephiles get their money's worth here, just a stone's throw from Munich. breitwand reports that...

Exciting outdoor activities

What do you think of a game of volleyball in the English Garden? The grass volleyball courts not only offer a sporting challenge, but also the opportunity to cool off in the park's refreshing streams. And if you want to be a little more relaxing, the Poschinger Weiher north of the English Garden has a natural swimming lake - easily accessible by bike or car.

For those interested in culture, there are several events that are worth visiting. The Japanese exhibition in the State Library features famous works of art and is accessible free of charge until July 6th. There is also a solo exhibition by the artist NONAME at the Contemporary Arts Museum, which addresses topics such as immigration and overconsumption. The doors are open to visitors except Mondays and Tuesdays.

• Flohmärkte im Olympiapark und Messegelände Riem – ein Paradies für Schnäppchenjäger!
• Das Kloster Fürstenfeld lockt mit seinen Brauereien, Museen und Biergärten.
• Für die Sportlichen wird ein Skate-Event namens Bladenight am 16. Juni in Nymphenburg veranstaltet.

Whether it's a hike along the Isar near the Aumühle, a visit to the fairytale forest in Wolfratshausen for the little ones or just relaxing in Westpark - the possibilities are almost endless. And if you want to go all the way to the south, you can reach Lake Starnberg, the last place where King Ludwig II died, and the idyllic moor near Benediktbeuern.

Get inspired and enjoy the summer in and around Munich to the fullest!