The appeal of the Bavarian capital extends well outside its ornate historic centre - and beyond Oktoberfest season. Buzzy neighbourhoods like Schlachthofviertel put modern Munich's creativity on show, stylish coffee shops and bakeries set you up for the day, and sprawling parks have helped to build the city's liveable reputation.
Start with brunch at Café Faber, a former pop-up that found a permanent home along the Isar River earlier this year. The menu changes with the seasons, but you can always expect to see plenty of kimchi, hummus and fresh sourdough. From here, make your way to the old town, where speciality-coffee gurus Sweet Spot Kaffee will sort you out with another caffeine hit. sweetspotkaffee.de
In this neighbourhood, you'll find homegrown businesses among the usual high street names. Founded by a mountain enthusiast in 1913, Sport Schuster has outdoor gear spread across seven floors as well as an indoor climbing wall. For loftier heights, head to Frauenkirche, the city's largest church. Following a decade of restoration, you can now ascend one of its gothic towers; after making your way up a narrow spiral staircase, a lift will take you to some of the most spectacular views in the city. sport-schuster.de
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