What’s the dress code, how to order beer, what’s the tip – Step-by-step guide to surviving the biggest beer party
The Oktoberfest is a global phenomenon, a bavarian beer festival which is celebrated in several countries around the world.
But nowhere is it more fun than its original home in Munich. The festival attracts around 6 million people every year, according to a festival website run by the Munich Department of Labor and Economics, it is a beer party that runs until October 6.
CNBC presents a step-by-step survival guide to the biggest beer party.
The dress code for many is the traditional Bavarian leather shorts and matching costume for women.
Be careful where you tie your bow
Extra advice is given for women. When the bow is on the right it traditionally means they are free and open to flirting.
In stark contrast to other parts of the world, you won’t be accused of cultural abuse here – in fact, locals invite international visitors to dress up in traditional costumes.
These clothes are available for any budget, from cheap one-time suits to vintage and bespoke clothing rentals.
From ordering to tipping
Waiters carry up to six large glasses in each hand weighing around 12 kilograms.
To attract attention the waiters wear a handkerchief with their name on it, but they also answer “du” which means “you” in German.
When did it start?
The first Octoberfest was held in October 1810 in Munich to celebrate the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen.
Over the years, the festival evolved into a 16-day celebration that was often affected by rain in October. By 1905, the festival was shifted to late September and always ends on the first Sunday of October.
Oktoberfest is all about beer, which is specially brewed for the event and quite strong (over 6%). But there is also wine, Apfelschorle (a drink made from carbonated water and apple juice), non-alcoholic beer, soft drinks and water.
The food
Throughout Wiesn, there are countless food stalls, serving giant pretzels, called brezen, meats such as bratwurst, weisswurst and schnitzel, as well as fries and more.
What to do in Munich
Within walking distance of the festival travelers can visit Sendlinger Tor, a former city gate, and the Viktualienmarkt, a wonderful market.
For a day trip from the city, the impressive Neuschwanstein Castle is a 90-minute drive from Munich.
The Salzburg, Austriais less than two hours away by train — a beautiful city, as is the perfect town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, north of Munich.
After all that beer, a day of relaxation among the snowy Alps at Lake Starnberg might as well be considered.
Source :Skai
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