Munich Sightseeing Karlsplatz "Stachus"
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So, enjoy also our 5. Episode on YouTube - Munich Karlsplatz Stachus.
https://youtu.be/4_KwTzcE0c4
Public Transport to "Karlsplatz / Stachus"
Karlsplatz Stachus is a separate public transport stop.
You can reach this station with the S-Bahn S 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, or with the subway lines U4 and U5.
Also stop here trams and buses.
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The Karlsplatz "Stachus" Munich
The Bavarians call the Karlsplatz also "Stachus".
The term "Stachus" was the name of a restaurant that was in operation here in the 18th century.
The innkeeper, "Mathias Eustachius Föderl" was the namesake.
The Karlstor on Karlsplatz Stachus
The Karlstor on Karlsplatz, named after the Elector Karl Theodor, was built in the 13th century and was still called "Neuhauser Tor" until the end of the 18th century.
It is one of the last three remaining city gates in Munich and today forms the entrance to the shopping mile in the pedestrian zone.
The "Kragenköpfe" - Secret figures on Karlstor
Here are the coachman Krenkl, Baron Sulzbeck and the Finessensepperl, as well as Bavaria's last court jester, Georg Pranger, immortalized in stone.
Three musicians at the Karlstor
Not to be confused with the three musicians figures that were originally made for the Fischer fountain at Marienplatz.
Summer at Karlsplatz Stachus
In summer, Karlplatz is a popular meeting place to relax in the numerous seating areas.
The Stachus Brunnen with its water feature.
Winter at Karlplatz Stachus
In winter, the fountain areal becomes an ice skating arena in the open air.
Here you can also get "Glühwein" and something to eat.
Sightseeing Hot Spots in the City Center of Munich near to Karlsplatz Stachus
The Karlsplatz Stachus is also a very good starting point to visit other attractions in the area, which can be reached easily by foot.
Here are typical sightseeing points close to Karlsplatz Stachus (with distance).
St. Michael Kirche
The St. Michaelskirche was built between 1583 and 1597 by Duke Wilhelm V. and is the first Renaissance church in Germany.
Distance: 6 minutes
The Frauenkirche
The Gothic church from the 15th century is the symbol of the city. Legend has it that the devil left a footprint here as well.
Distance: 6 minutes
Marienplatz
Marienplatz is in the truest sense of the word right in the heart of the city of Munich, in the pedestrian zone.
Distance: 10 minutes
The St. Peters Church
Munich's first church, with a great view over the city center and to take great photos.
Distance: 10 minute
Hofbräu Haus
is the world famous beer hall with real Bavarian food and Bavarian live music.
Distance: 12 minutes
The Viktualien Market
Everything from fresh fruit to exotic spices. There are also food stalls and a beer garden with maypole and much more.
Distance: 10 minutes
Here is the monument Feldherrnhalle, the Theatinerkirche and the famous bronze lions in front of the residence, which bring good luck if you stroked their snouts.
Distance: 12 minutes
Stachus / Karlsplatz
is often the first or last station walk through the city center, since just behind the Munich shopping street Neuhauserstraße and Kaufingerstraße begins. A nice place for a break is also the big fountain at Karl's gate.
Distance: 0 minutes
Of course there are many more attractions in the city center. Here is only to say: Have fun discovering.
