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Munich “literally”
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Be surprised by how much word acrobatics can be hidden behind pretty facades, small courtyards and famous Munich sights. |
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Experience Munich's old town between Sankt-Jakobs-Platz and the Hofbräuhaus in a completely new way: amusing, smug, enlightening, and with an aha effect! |
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Gain insights into the world of sayings and proverbs and be amazed at how naturally we use them, perhaps without knowing what actually lies behind them! |
Impressions
Description:
We use them every day: proverbs and sayings that have quietly and secretly crept into our vocabulary. But where do these wordplays come from, and what do they actually mean? Because some of them seem a little strange to us, don't they? Together, we'll delve into the city's history and find out where the real trouble is in the old town. Of course, I won't mince words. So, come along, and let's let loose together! Because you certainly don't want to miss out on this enjoyable city tour! Read more
Our route on this tour not only takes us off the beaten track but also to places where we can learn a lot about the origins of our language. The Middle Ages alone, when battles were still fought by knights and opponents rode high on horseback, peppered our communication with figurative expressions that we use today quite naturally, without even thinking about them.
But the influence of Yiddish on our language is also enormous, which is why we should take a closer look at this aspect as well. The magnificent architecture of the Jewish Center at Stakt-Jakobs-Platz, which opened in 2006 and includes a synagogue, museum, and community center, is helpful in this regard. But you shouldn't take everything here too seriously, otherwise you'll be lost!
Many of our sayings stem from taboo topics of everyday life, so you'll want to develop a thick skin for our stop around the city's oldest church, St. Peter's. Even if you examine Munich in its early role as a trading city, you'll learn a lot about the origins of some expressions that are quite common today! It's also extremely fascinating to take a closer look at the everyday lives of artisans, although we'll gladly forgo the idea of the smells.
All in all, a fun experience that is best enjoyed with friends, colleagues, family, choir sisters and bowling buddies, or guests at a family celebration!
The most important things in brief:
Meeting point:
in front of the Jewish Museum at Sankt-Jakobs-Platz; or as you wish!
public transport:
5 minutes from Marienplatz, which you can reach with any S-Bahn or with the U3 / U6
Duration:
Can be booked as a 2- or 3-hour tour
Distance:
approx. 1.5 – 2 km
My tips for before and after our tour:
Why not try kosher food, at the Einstein Restaurant right next to the synagogue? But of course, you can also enjoy something a little less sophisticated at the Stadtcafé München in the City Museum. Or in one of the small bistros on Sebastiansplatz. Or, of course, at the Viktualienmarkt. I can highly recommend a visit to the City Museum, where you can get an overview of Munich's history – especially in the "Typical Munich" exhibition. And when the weather's nice, a stroll in the Gärtnerplatz district or along the Isar River is tempting. The Baroque Church of St. Nepomuk, better known as the Asam Church, is just a stone's throw away and absolutely worth a visit! And if you want to continue reveling in words and wordplay, then simply head towards Ludwigstrasse and visit the State Library with its impressive staircase.
Frequently asked questions:
Can this tour also start at our hotel?
What is hidden behind the Schäffler dance that is shown at the Glockenspiel?
Can I have a snack during the tour?
Still questions?
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Grit Ranft
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