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Platters of smoked ham and cheese at Wimbachgrieß Hut (Walk 60)

The Oktoberfest in Munich is of world renown but beer can be enjoyed much more cheaply and in a more relaxing way in a local beer garden. Here, lager beer (either dark or pale) can be ordered in a Maß (litre mug) and guests are served by waitresses in Tracht (folk costume). Weizenbier (wheat beer) is also popular and there are various kinds of Starkbier (strong beer). Besides beer, restaurants serve German wine and various types of local schnapps. At both beer gardens and traditional restaurants the meal is often accompanied by live folk music.

Language

German is spoken in Bavaria and Austria, although it is often flavoured by the various local dialects which can make it difficult to understand even for those who are otherwise fluent. However, English is widely spoken and visitors will usually have no trouble finding someone who speaks at least a little English at ticket offices, hotels, restaurants and so forth. The staff at tourist information offices are generally quite fluent and can help with advice on English-speaking doctors, timetables, accommodation and other matters. Nevertheless, a good phrase book will help clarify any communication problems that might arise (see also Appendix E).