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The Englischer Garten - Bavaria’s Garden Welcomes All
Published by Abby Agyarquah, Writer
Country: Germany 
The Experience
Any nature lover would find heaven in Bavaria’s Englischer Garten. Located in Munich’s neighborhood of Schwabing, its beautiful scenery is welcoming to all who lay eyes upon it. Here you will find something to do, or even better, you can relax and do nothing at all. Formerly constructed as a military garden by Carl Theodor in 1789, the transformation of The Englischer Garten led it to become one of the largest gardens in the world. Its name meaning, English Garden, is derived from its style of landscaping which includes ponds, meadows and patches of woods. One of the largest urban parks in the world, its area covers 3.74 km², while its paths and walkways span almost 75 km. Although the English Garden lies in Schwabing, it is connected by paths that curve through many neighborhoods. Therefore if you are fortunate to live in this area, you will always have your day in the park.
The English Garden is somewhat reminiscent of a themed nature reserve. Sights such as The Japanisches Teehaus, Steinerne Bank, and Monopteros will continue to keep you busy with their tranquil and fascinating allure. The Japanisches Teehaus is quite romantic, as sweethearts stop and sit to take in the serene movements of life within the pond, while the Steinerne Bank is a great place to take a rest and decide what's next on your agenda. The Steinerne Bank is a stone shaped bench that lies at the top of a short hill. Inscribed with a quote that reads,"Hier wo Ihr wallet, da war sonst Wald nur und Sumpf", which translated into English means "Here where you meander was once only wood and marsh", it immediately imparts a strong sense of nostalgia and historical importance. Amongst your wanderings through Bavaria’s English Garden, you will come across The Kleinhesseloher See, meaning “Kleinhesseloher Lake.” This is an artificial lake created around 1800 that runs through the Garden from the northern end of the grounds. There are two monuments nearby in which walkers can take a short break and enjoy the sunshine.
The English Garden provides the perfect environment for relaxation, sunbathing, sports, and just about anything recreational. Sunbathers lie in the southern end of the park from late morning to mid afternoon. With suntan lotion and a picnic basket full of treats in tow, the average sunbather is prepared for the perfect afternoon in the park. In the summer, you will find families and friends alike taking advantage of the music and the festivities in the park. Similarly in winter, small Christmas markets can be found along the grounds.
Quenching your thirst is one of the most popular pastimes to undertake at the English Garden. Equipped with several beer gardens throughout the park, the Aumeister and Hirschau beer gardens are most popular and situated at opposite ends of the park. A classic form of entertainment to partake in after a pint or two is simple surveyance. You're guaranteed to find the young, as well as the young at heart sipping on ‘Germany’s Nectar of the Gods’ and enjoying a wonderful day. Food in the park is plentiful, as you will find restaurants that specialize in Chinese and German cuisine. Food stands supply visitors with ice cream, water, soda, and fried schnitzel for those on the go. Others wishing for more formal dining, can find a restaurant at the Chinesischer Turme, which means “Chinese Towers," located near the Giselastrasse exit from the U-bahn. It is said that the beer garden here seats 7,000 and is the second largest in Munich, now that’s a lot of beer served! However you decide to spend your day in the English Garden, you can't go wrong as long as you enjoy rest, relaxation and refreshments!
The English Garden is somewhat reminiscent of a themed nature reserve. Sights such as The Japanisches Teehaus, Steinerne Bank, and Monopteros will continue to keep you busy with their tranquil and fascinating allure. The Japanisches Teehaus is quite romantic, as sweethearts stop and sit to take in the serene movements of life within the pond, while the Steinerne Bank is a great place to take a rest and decide what's next on your agenda. The Steinerne Bank is a stone shaped bench that lies at the top of a short hill. Inscribed with a quote that reads,"Hier wo Ihr wallet, da war sonst Wald nur und Sumpf", which translated into English means "Here where you meander was once only wood and marsh", it immediately imparts a strong sense of nostalgia and historical importance. Amongst your wanderings through Bavaria’s English Garden, you will come across The Kleinhesseloher See, meaning “Kleinhesseloher Lake.” This is an artificial lake created around 1800 that runs through the Garden from the northern end of the grounds. There are two monuments nearby in which walkers can take a short break and enjoy the sunshine.
The English Garden provides the perfect environment for relaxation, sunbathing, sports, and just about anything recreational. Sunbathers lie in the southern end of the park from late morning to mid afternoon. With suntan lotion and a picnic basket full of treats in tow, the average sunbather is prepared for the perfect afternoon in the park. In the summer, you will find families and friends alike taking advantage of the music and the festivities in the park. Similarly in winter, small Christmas markets can be found along the grounds.
Quenching your thirst is one of the most popular pastimes to undertake at the English Garden. Equipped with several beer gardens throughout the park, the Aumeister and Hirschau beer gardens are most popular and situated at opposite ends of the park. A classic form of entertainment to partake in after a pint or two is simple surveyance. You're guaranteed to find the young, as well as the young at heart sipping on ‘Germany’s Nectar of the Gods’ and enjoying a wonderful day. Food in the park is plentiful, as you will find restaurants that specialize in Chinese and German cuisine. Food stands supply visitors with ice cream, water, soda, and fried schnitzel for those on the go. Others wishing for more formal dining, can find a restaurant at the Chinesischer Turme, which means “Chinese Towers," located near the Giselastrasse exit from the U-bahn. It is said that the beer garden here seats 7,000 and is the second largest in Munich, now that’s a lot of beer served! However you decide to spend your day in the English Garden, you can't go wrong as long as you enjoy rest, relaxation and refreshments!
When to Go to English Garden Munich
The English Garden is a fantastic spot to visit year round, always offering something different depending on the season. It is a great place to get away from it all and enjoy the many splendours of nature. To see it in its supreme grandeur the Spring and Summer seasons are great times to visit.
Odds n' Ends
This park is accessible near the U-Bahn stops: U3 and U6 to "Marienplatz" and S Bahn 1,2,4,8, to "Marienplatz". Bus 54 and 154 to "Chinesischer Turm " and Tram 17 to "Tivolistraße". Underground parking is available at "Max-Joseph-Platz" and "Marstallplatz".
To view a traditional Japanese Tea ceremony at the Japanisches Teehaus they are held between April and October, every second weekend of the month, at 2,3,4, and 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.
To view a traditional Japanese Tea ceremony at the Japanisches Teehaus they are held between April and October, every second weekend of the month, at 2,3,4, and 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.
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Recommended Places to Stay
- Gastehaus Englischer Garten
- Located: Liebergesell Strasse 8 | Schwabing, Munich 80802, Germany "Small quaint guest house near The Englischer Garten."
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- English Garden - Munich - ToyTownGermany.com
- The Munich English Garden is a huge park which stretches alongside the river Isar from almost the very center to the northernmost rim of the city.
- Panorama of Chinese Pagoda in English Garden Munich - Panorama-Cities.net
- Englischer Garten - EuropeanCityParks.com
- I place Munich’s grandest park on a scale to New York’s Central Park for variety, or one of London’s large royal parks for landscape.
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- The Bohemian Side of Munich - NYTimes.com (newspaper)
- Schwabing, the district north of the city's old medieval center and a traditional stomping ground of students, artists and assorted hangers-on, has often been thought of as Munich's other half, artistic rather than bourgeois, cosmopolitan rather than Bavarian.
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