Munich Central

Introduction

München Hauptbahnhof (München Hbf)** is a railway station in Munich, the capital of Bavaria, Germany. Munich has only one main station, a large modern station called Munich Central Station, and almost all trains serve the city. Hauptbahnhof refers only to the main station, which is usually abbreviated as Hbf. Some trains stop at Munich East Station or Munich Pasing on their way to or from Munich's main train station.

Hot Routes

Munich Central Station is a major railway hub, whether it is from London to Budapest, from Amsterdam to Zagreb, or from* Berlin * to Rome, you will often change trains here. The station has 32 and 2 lines to the ground and underground, and its number of tracks is the highest in Germany, making it the most frequently used station in Germany.

The surrounding

Munich Main Station is located in the north of the suburb of Isar, on the outskirts of Ludwig, west of the old city of Munich. From the main entrance on the east side of the station you can reach Karlsplatz via Prielmayerstraße or Bayerstraße. There are a number of tram routes stopping at the station square in front of the main entrance. The station is adjacent to Arnulfstraße in the north and to the Paul-Heyse-Straße via a station tunnel at the platform end. The south of the station is bordered by Bayer Street. The station boundary extends further west and ends at the Donnersberg Bridge.

Inside station

Due to the large area of the station in the train station, it may take a long time for passengers to walk between individual station sections. Deutsche Bahn proposes that in order to ensure a smooth transfer, it is necessary to reserve 10 minutes between the wing station and the central lobby, 15 minutes between the two wing stations, and at the fast railway station to the Starnberg wing station. A 10 minute reservation is required between them and a 15 minute walk between the station and the Holtzkirchen station. There are several dining outlets, newsstands, flower shops and gift shops on the ground and upper floors inside the central lobby. Similarly, there is a large shopping gallery on the ground floor in the north and east, and you can directly access the adjacent city department store through the shopping gallery. From the station you can easily walk to Munich's Cathedral or the main pedestrian square Marienplatz in the heart of Munich. It is a 16-minute walk (1.3 km) from the station to Marienplatz. Most of the pedestrian streets are pedestrian shopping streets.

Platform Introduction

• 1-4: Underground S-Bahn Station, referred to as “MünchenHbf(tief)”
• 5-10: South Wing or Holzkirchener Wing Station, known as “MünchenHbfGl.5-10, enter through the platform 11 from the main track hall 11-26: the main track hall, known as "MünchenHbf"
• 27-36: North Wing or Starnberger Wing Station, known as MünchenHbfGl.27-36 From the main track hall through the platform 26. However, it can also be accessed directly from the S-Bahn station. Regional trains to Füssen (Neuschwanstein, Neuschwanstein) are sent from here. The platform of the wing station is shorter than the main track and can only be used for regional trains. ### Station Lounge
  If you have a first class train ticket, you can use the excellent DB first class lounge. Free WiFi, tea, coffee, beer, wine and snacks are available. You can find a similar lounge at other major stations in Germany. The entrance is located in the main square near the northeast corner, the lounge is on the first floor and follow signs to the DB Lounge. If you need to drop your luggage, there are plenty of luggage lockers. There are ATMs in every place. WiFi is available at the station and the first 30 minutes are free.

Rome Termini Central

Roma Termini is Rome's main railway station, one of the largest stations in Europe and the only interchange station in Rome. The name of Termini Station is from the Diocletian Baths, which is across the street from the entrance to the station.

Termini Station has daily trains to major cities in Italy, as well as international trains to Paris, Munich, Basel, Vienna and Geneva. Termini Station has a total of 29 months. Termini Station is also the main mass transit centre in the city of Rome. Lines A and B of the Rome Metro have a rendezvous station, while the main bus station is located in the Piazza dei Cinquecento in front of the station. The Rome tram route is located at Porta Maggiore, about 500 metres east of Termini Station.

Termini Station is very long, and because of its unique appearance, Termini Station is also known as the “Dinosaur”.

Munich

City Overview

Munich was the third largest city in Germany, the state capital of Bavaria and the largest city. It was built in 1158. It is not only a high-tech central city, but also a major financial city in Germany and even in the world. Munich has a very long history and cultural tradition, not only rich in artistic life, but also pays great attention to the protection of traditional folk customs and cultural relics. In Munich, museums, galleries and theatres are located throughout the city. Most of them are concentrated in the heart of the old city, the most famous of which are the Deutsches Museum, the new and old painting gallery. In addition, the annual Munich Oktoberfest is also known as Munich's most important folk festival, attracting a large number of visitors from all over the world.

Must visit attractions

• ##### Munich Marienplatz Marienplatz

Munich's Marienplatz is the heart of Munich and is therefore a place for travellers. Before 1807, there was a market in Marien Square. Most of the buildings around the square today were built in the 19th and 20th centuries. There is a pillar of the Virgin in the middle of the square, expressing the gratitude and love of the Virgin Mary. There is a fish spring in the northeast corner of the square. In the past, it was the place where the butcher apprentices held the ceremony. The northwest of Marienplatz is the Marion Church, the new town hall is on the north side of the Marion Square, the Old Town Hall is on the east side of the square, and the Viktor Arian Market is on the southeast side of the square.

Transportation: From the train station, follow Bayerstr Street all the way to the east, then go straight to the east along Karlsplatz and walk along the pedestrian street. Take the city railways S1 to S8 or the U3/U6 metro line to Marienplatz.   * ##### Munich New Town Hall Neues Rathaus

The new town hall in Munich was completed in three phases and the construction period lasted from 1867 to 1904. The clock tower on the west side of the new town hall is also one of Munich's most iconic landmarks. At the same time, the bell tower of the New Town Hall is the commanding height of the Old Town Ring Road except the Marion Church. The elevation of other buildings cannot exceed the clock tower. The “Zhongming Dance” on the bell tower is the fourth largest puppet dance in Europe and has a long-standing reputation. Every day at 11 o'clock and 12 o'clock, 17 o'clock, every year from May to October at 17 o'clock and 21 o'clock in the evening, when the small enamel decorated with the brilliance of the upper part of the clock will perform the scene of the knight competition, the lower copper people will perform. The dance of the hoops is very beautiful. Don’t miss the chance to catch up with the time.

Transportation: Light rail/subway: S1/S2/S3/S4/S6/S7/S8/U3/U6 line, Marienplatz station

• ##### BMW Museum

To the north of the Olympic Park, outside the Central Loop is the BMW Munich factory. The famous BMW "four-cylinder building" stands here. The circular building on the west side of the four-cylinder building and its annex building are the BMW Museum, which showcases the development of BMW from the motorcycle and aircraft engine manufacturers to the automotive industry giants.

A very modern building on the west side of the museum is BMW Welt. BMW World is a comprehensive interactive venue that combines display, sales and delivery. On the first floor, BMW's full range of vehicles are on display, and on the second floor, BMW Motorcycle is on display. The car, in addition to a dedicated delivery area, is responsible for delivering the intended vehicle to the customer. The BMW four-cylinder building is an office space and is not open to the public.

Transportation: Take the subway line 3 and get off at the Olympic Center (Olympiazentrum)

• ##### Nymphenburg Palace Schloss Nymphenburg   Nymphenburg Palace is located in the west of Munich, built in 1675. In 1644, the prince Ferdinand Maria was happy. To celebrate the birth of the little prince, Wang Hou and his wife ordered the construction of this summer palace in the west of Munich. After more than 300 years of construction, the original ornamental garden has been expanded into a luxurious palace, with baroque gardens, shuttle channels and dotted pavilions. It is a good place to recommend while walking around. The main building of the palace is splendid, and the adjacent buildings on both sides are symmetrical and well-defined. In addition to Nymphenburg Palace, there are three palaces in the Nymphenburg Palace, the Amarin Palace, the Bath Palace and the Pagoda Palace.

Transportation: Bus: Line 51, Schloss Nymphenburg station; Tram: Line 12/17, Schloss Nymphenburg station   

Gourmet & Accommodation & Shopping

• ##### Gourmet

Bayern, a large southern state of Germany, everyone prefers to call it Bavaria, where food is everywhere, roast pork knuckles, sausages, large quantities, and beer. Every October at the Oktoberfest, thousands of people will come to the city of beer, so that today's Munich has become synonymous with beer. Convenient transportation, high cost performance Bayern ticket, making it the first choice for many people to go to Germany.

• ##### Accommodation

Munich is the largest city in southern Germany and one of Germany's major economic, cultural, technological and transportation centres. At the same time of development, Munich retains the quaint customs of the former Bavarian capital city. Hotel prices in Munich will rise during the tourist season. The annual Oktoberfest is the most lively season in Munich, so be sure to book the hotel in advance. Most tourists choose to live in the city center and around the train station.

• ##### Shopping

If you are not a historical or architectural enthusiast, nor a tech geek, nor a fanatic, don't be bored, because in Munich, you can have another experience - shopping! One of the key words of the trip to Munich is “crazy shopping”. The threshold for shopping tax refunds in Munich is low and convenient, and the stores are very dense. Famous business districts such as Kuffinger Street, Neuhauserstrasse, Brienna Street, Teetina Street, and Senderinger Street give the traveler an eye-catching satisfaction.

Urban traffic

Munich has a relatively complete public transport system in the city. Urban railways and subways act as the main force of urban traffic. Trams connect the city to the city and the city center. Buses are supplemented by rail transit and are very convenient. If you hold a city travel card, you can use the city's mass transit vehicles within the time limit.

Rome

City Overview

In Rome, many important elements concerning the development of human society are gathered in this ancient city: history, religion, and art. The so-called "Rome is not built in one day"

The most suitable tourist season in Rome is from April to November each year. In July and August, the weather was hot and dry, and the world's tourist crowds poured into Rome at this time. The house prices were also high at this time. A night of €100 is very common. One advantage is that it is darker from 8 to 9 in the summer and there is more time to play outside.

Must visit attractions

There are so many "seeing points" in Rome, so let's make a rough classification, which is also convenient for understanding and visiting. Here, the sights of Rome are divided into history, religion, and art.

• #### History

 ##### Round Colosseo (Colosseo)    The world's largest ancient Roman ruins is also a must-see for Rome! The number of visitors to the Colosseum is very impressive every day. It is recommended that visitors go early to avoid crowds. In addition to the movie, passengers can listen to the sound guides of the Colosseum, and imagine the battle scenes of the former Roman Empire's gladiator on the field.     Ticket information: 12 euros, free for children under 17 years old, with tickets to enter Palatine Hill and Roman Forum; to avoid long queues, you can purchase Roma Pass or Archeologia card in advance.    Transportation: The blue line B of the subway stands out at the same name.    ##### Pantheon

 The Pantheon was built in 120 AD, a complete building with a history of nearly 1900 years. It has a simple appearance but a meticulous interior. The architect divided the wall and dome into two upper, middle and lower layers with two waist lines. Here is the tomb of Raphael and the founding king of Italy, Emmanuel II. The elite of the nation sleeps in the essence of history. The Romans had two of the greatest contributions to architecture, one was the construction of a large dome, and the other was the invention of a cement capable of building a large dome, thus providing the wings of a later generation of architectural style. Therefore, the Pantheon is the most classic building of all ancient buildings.    traffic:    Walk: Piazza Navona is west, about 5 minutes walk;

 Bus: 116, 116T Get off at Santa Chiara Station and walk for about 5 minutes.

• #### Religious

 ##### Basilica di San Pietro  The carrier that best reflects the material and spiritual content of the Vatican is St. Peter's Basilica. After Christ's ascension, the great disciple Peter went to Rome to preach, and was later killed in the Vatican Heights by the cruel and famous Nero emperor. In order to commemorate him, the believer built a church here. Later, after several demolition, construction, and stamping, the creation of several masters was assembled, and today there is an incomparable cathedral.    The most striking thing is the large dome, which is almost one of the landmarks of the city of Rome.    traffic:    Take the metro line A and get off at Ottaviano-San Pietro stop, then walk for about 10 minutes;

 Take the number 19 tram and get off at Risorgimento-San Pietro, then walk for about 5 minutes.    ##### Vatican Museums    The Vatican Museum is one of the earliest museums in the world. It consists of 12 galleries and 5 art galleries. It combines the essence of Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Renaissance art. It is a treasured treasure. Museum.

 Transportation: Take the Metro Line A and get off at Ottaviano-S or Pietro-Musei Vaticani and walk for about 10 minutes.   * #### Art

 ##### Spain Square Spanish Square    Plaza de España is a square in Rome, Italy, where the Church of the Holy Trinity is at the top of the Spanish Steps that meet the Plaza de España. The Plaza of Spain once appeared in the scene of the film "Roman Holiday", which became a Roman business card that everyone knows.

 traffic:    Take the Metro Line A to Spagna Station and get off at the station;

 116, 116T to the Due Macelli- Mignanelli station and get off.    ##### Trevi (Fontana di trevi wishing spring)  There are countless fountains in Rome, only this one is the most famous. The repertoire of the performance on the stage is: the spectacular scene of the victory of Poseidon. Neptune, the sea god, stands on the sea shell, and the gods and horses pass through the Arc de Triomphe. The docile and violent two horses symbolize the calm and raging ocean, and the goddess behind them symbolize fertility and happiness. This set of statues typically embodies the essence of Baroque art – vivid and dramatic. The completion of this Baroque art jewel was completed by generations and was completed in 1762 by architect Salve.    traffic:    Take bus 52, 53, 62, 63, 71, 83 and so on at Tritone- Fontana Di Trevi and walk 5 minutes along Via della Stamperia.

 Take the Metro Line A and get off at Barberini, walk along Via del Tritone to Via della Stamperia and walk for 3 minutes.  

Gourmet & Accommodation & Shopping

• Gourmet

   Sightseeing in the big city of Rome, whether it is traditional cuisine or international cuisine restaurants are not difficult to find, generally in the vicinity of the large square can find cafes or restaurants, the price depends on the location, as for the most convenient and cheap way to eat, is to the price In the deli food store, you can serve hot pasta or pizza, and some also offer chicken or salad.

• Accommodation

   Rome is a popular tourist destination in Europe. Tourists are woven all year round. A variety of hotels and restaurants can be found everywhere in the city. Among them, the most densely populated around Termini train station, almost every three or five steps, you can find In this area, it is quite convenient to take the train or subway and bus to the airport.  

• Shopping

 The Italian boutique is world-famous, and the most popular place for visitors to visit the Plaza de España is the famous base camp. Among them, the Condotti Avenue is the most representative. However, there are many unique shops in the area extending near him. For example, kitchen appliances and gloves, leather shoes and other designer stores.

Urban traffic

 It is recommended to make full use of the two subway lines, which will save time along the route. Most of the attractions are along the two lines. It is easy to find the wrong place by bus.