The park land follows the Isar River as it wends northwards from the nearby Alps through Grünwald to Munich. We use it almost every day -- walking the dogs, running, mountain-biking or xc-skiing. About 25 square-KM of outdoor fun. Accessing the park can be challenging, since for most of its length the park adjoins residential neighborhoods. If you're from out of town, your best bet is to park at a public lot like the Menterschwaig or Brückenwirt Biergärten for example. Riding a bike down from central Munich is another option. There's something here for everyone, especially in summer: cool river water, plentiful beaches (loose scree mostly but some sandy), tubing, fishing for rainbows in riffs and the deeper pools. Miles of double- and single-track in every direction. And since this is Bavaria, every few clicks there's a beer garden or playground. Mid-summer weekends the banks turn into a kind of college party. Barbecues, booze, boom boxes and the occasional nudist. You might have to search a bit to find a quieter bend to pitch your blanket. read more

Isar - Isar sunset in late autumn. - Local Flavor Near Me

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One of my favourite spots in Munich. It is ever changing and evolving and there is so much to do along the Isar. My favourite activities include cycling along it, walking, picknicking, beer gardening, entertaining and eating. Yes they all kinda end with ING. I am sure if I thought long and hard I could come up with more words that end with ING. It's the closest thing to a beach in Munich and it is enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. We have cycled up and down the Isar for a good distance and there are loads of interesting spots and sights close to the river banks to explore including some interesting Klosters, Old buildings, villages and so on. I would like to one day cycle the whole length of the Isar and I am sure we will do it. It's clean crips and cool water that is the lifeblood of Munich and as a resident something I appreciate immensely. What would we do on a nice day without it ? Pretty hard to imagine :-) If you are a visitor or tourist you cannot miss the opportunity to spend time by the Isar :-) read more

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