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Oktoberfest: Where to stay
30 Aug 2022
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By Sophie Eminson
Oktoberfest is the largest beer festival in the world, held annually in Munich, Germany. The festival is a time to celebrate Bavarian culture and tradition, and dates back to 1810 when it was first organized by King Ludwig I of Bavaria; with the intention of promoting German agriculture. Today, more than 7 million litres of beer are served and 6 million people attend. Although it is easy to believe that the event takes place throughout October, the festival actually starts in September. Events take place over a 16-day period and end on the first Sunday in October. While not everyone can experience Oktoberfest in person or in Munich, there are plenty of ways you can enjoy the festival from afar, or even in areas of Germany. Here are our top 3 picks of places to stay in Germany.
1. Nordhorn Country House
This beautiful countryside house can be found in the North of Germany, in the Lower Saxony region. Sleeping up to 6 guests, this is a great option for families who would like to enjoy activities in the area, such as cycling and the local zoo. The town of Nordhorn hosts it’s own Oktoberfest celebrations, which are commencing on the 17th September. Book the house on Airbnb Deutschland here.
2. Bavarian Attic Stay
Berching is a historic town in the south-eastern region of Bavaria, the home of Oktoberfest. This is a great place to stay for the festival, sitting directly in between Munich and Nuremberg. Enjoy exploring the colourful buildings of Berching, and the town wall from this attic apartment – available to book here.
3. Black Forest Flat
The Black Forest is a mountain range in south west Germany, covered by forest. This modern apartment is nestled in the Black Forest town of Villingen-Schwenningen, and can be booked on Expedia. Oktoberfest celebrations will be going on all over the area, with a particular focus on the local cuckoo clock makers.
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