ON THE ROAD WITH THE MUNICH KINDL

More than 850 years ago, even before the founding of Munich, monks are said to have lived in what is now the city's territory – at least, this is the evidence of a document from 1158, which mentions a bridge "near the monks" and is now considered the city's founding document. As early as 1239, a monk is documented in the city's coat of arms, and has maintained this role almost uninterruptedly to this day. The fact that he broke away from his rigid environment and developed into a child and later a woman is due to the spirit of the times and has given us a city symbol that is recognized throughout the world.

But it's not just the Munich Kindl that makes our tour so Munich-like; we also encounter some originals who are fondly remembered here and who often have quite amusing stories to tell. Furthermore, our monk is naturally well-versed in the city's two patron saints: Saint Onuphrius, who is often overlooked by Munich residents, and, of course, Saint Benno, who was welcomed here with open arms in the 17th century and who has a very fascinating past of his own.

Over a hundred years ago, Munich's businesses recognized the brand value and appeal of the Münchner Kindl beer as an advertising symbol. This will also be a topic on our tour, especially since it was recently announced that beer will once again be brewed in Munich under the name "Münchner Kindl Bier" starting in 2023.

Since, in my role as Kindl, I am naturally very close to the children, I would also like to dedicate some time to some of the city's famous children – by the way, you are welcome to bring your children along, as this tour is also ideal for families.