Solid little street fair that Munich seems to throw on the weekend…read more This event was more that just beer and schnitzel; split up into four distinct sections, one of the largest was focused on renewable clean energy. They had bikes that both kids and adults could pedal, showing just how much energy is needed to power different household objects. they also had a mini coal power plant that put off fake smoke (smelled weird too, assuming that was on purpose....or that we were just too close to the portable toilets). There was of course loads of other things to see and do. Keep in mind that one of the main boulevards leading into the old city is shut for this event; to a New Yorker, think city streets in august. The first quadrant is a sit-down fare of beer and sausage, with a main stage where local acts preform. Good if you're not in a walking mood, but definitely not the most fun at this event. Moving away from the old town was the "extreme sports" display. They had some ramps for BMX bikers, some super weird inline rollerbladers, and my personal favorite, a batting cage. They got a kick out of the fact that I knew how to hit a ball (however shitty my baseball skills have become, they were still better than my German counter parts #Merrica). Moving further way still was the children's zone, complete with little rides (and beer for mom and dad). Finally the furthest zone held the most fun in my opinion. Loads of food and booze stands plus awesome live music. They had a 50's guitarist playing when we were there, it set a nice tone for the evening. If you happen to find the guys selling bordeaux wine, give them a try; their selection was truly phenomenal and not overly expensive. Definitely worth checking out if you find yourself in Munich; but we warned that every beer stand will charge you 2 euro deposit for glass, and the token they give you wont be accepted at any other stall. Feel free to BYOB, as street drinking in this city is totally kosher.

From the owner: Unser Verein Tiertafel München e.V. wurde gegründet, um Mitbürgern zu helfen, die finanziell oder…read morekörperlich nicht in der Lage sind, ihre Haustiere gesund und artgerecht zu versorgen. Arbeitsunfähigkeit, Scheidung, Firmenschließungen .. All das können Faktoren sein, warum Menschen in die Abhängigkeit von Sozialleistungen kommen. Auch Altersarmut bei Rentnern ist keine Seltenheit mehr. Und schon reicht das Geld kaum für den eigenen Lebensunterhalt. Dann ist ein Tier oft der letzte soziale Kontakt .. Gerade für ältere Menschen der einzige Grund, Verantwortung zu übernehmen, gebraucht zu werden und noch vor die Tür zu gehen. Schutz vor sozialer Vereinsamung, der beste Freund, der einzige Ansprechpartner. Um diese enge Beziehung auch in schwierigen Situationen wie Krankheit, Altersarmut, Obdachlosigkeit oder Hartz IV zu erhalten, helfen wir. Der gesamte Verein arbeitet ausschließlich ehrenamtlich und finanziert sich nur durch Spenden.

I get that most second hand shops in Munich are like boutiques, and I respect and enjoy that…read moreatmosphere and value the price point that goes along with curating the shop floor and showing selective items. But this sort of second hand fashion means upto 80% you donate still ends up in landfill. Flohpalast on the other hand sells everything. Ones trash is another's treasure. The prices are cheaper, the shelves are packed from top to bottom and the stock is updated and discounted daily. They value the true meaning and sentiment behind second hand fashion etc. I think most of these people and second hand organisations forget 1- this stuff is donated 2- it's about reducing waste 3- it's cheap for a reason, the people who buy second hand might not always be doing it out of choice but necessity. This accessible, kind, welcoming shop is the best charity shop in town because it's the only one that's actually like a flea market!

Very sloppy and unorganized. Stuff is just scattered everywhere in piles. And you can find…read moresimilar items NEW if you shop for sales. I found a few small items that I could have lived without. Ok to check out but don't go out of your way.