School Trips to Munich

Dachau Concentration Camp

The Memorial Site today commemorates the dead of the Dachau concentration camp with a museum, an archive and a library.

The Eagle's Nest in Berchtesgaden

Visit the Eagle's Nest in Berchtesgaden. The Eagles Nest was a 50th birthday present to Adolf Hitler and was saved from destruction after World War II and after 1952 was overseen by the Tourist Office and leased as a mountain restaurant.

Please note that in case of unforeseeable weather like snow, rock fall or strong wind the Eagle's nest can be closed.

Dokumentation Obersalzberg

The Dokumentation Obersalzberg is a place of guided learning and remembrance. It offers the visitor to this historic site the opportunity to study and reflect on the history of Obersalzberg and the history of National Socialism.

Deutsches Museum

A great excursion for MFL students, you can easily spend a day here. With an emphasis on science and technology, the Deutsches Museum holds over 100,000 objects, making it one of the most advanced science and technology museums in the world.

BMW Museum

One of the most popular attractions in Munich, the BMW Museum showcases the history of this iconic German brand. View BMW’s product range – from historic to futuristic cars and learn about BMW’s rise to becoming one of the world’s leading car manufacturers.

Marienplatz

The main square in Munich, Marienplatz (Mary’s Square) is located in front of the grand Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall). Tourists and locals gather here everyday at 11am, 12pm or 5pm to see the world famous Glockenspiel, where wooden jousts and barrel makers come out of the Rathaus to dance in time to the music.

The Jewish Museum

Providing an overview of Munich’s Jewish history, with a special focus on the Jewish religion, students will learn about the history of Judaism in Germany.

Third Reich Walking Tour

A guided walking tour is the best way to find out more about Munich’s dark past. Munich played a significant role in the development of the Nazi party, however, even though many of the former buildings used by the Third Reich still stand, many are oblivious whilst walking past these historic structures. On a Third Reich Walking Tour visit the building where Goebbels launched Kristallnacht, discover the former monuments of Nazi architecture, see firsthand the beer hall which Hitler frequented and sights related to the Beer Hall Putsch.

Englischer Garten

Spend a morning or afternoon exploring the beautiful Englischer Garten. Regarded as one of the largest urban parks in the world, the Englischer Garten is truly the “green lungs” of Munich. Head down to the river and spectate the locals surfing the waves caused by the current of the canal – yes, you read that right!

Frauenkirche

One of the most photographed buildings in Munich, Frauenkirche (The Cathedral of Our Lady) is well known for its two large domed towers that dominate the city skyline. The largest cathedral in the city and the whole of Bavaria, Frauenkirche is a must when visiting Munich.

Neuschwanstein Castle

One of Europe’s most famous castles, this Romanesque Revival palace is positioned on a hill in southwest Bavaria offering stunning views and a wealth of history.

Olympic Stadium

Constructed in 1972 for the Summer Olympic Games, Munich’s Olympic Stadium has also hosted the 1974 World Cup Final, the Euro ‘88 final and a few Champions League finals!