Germany, as a state that is one of the leaders in the world in the manufacture of consumer goods, can offer its guests excellent shopping opportunities.
In addition to popular souvenirs, it is customary to buy fashionable shoes for children and adults, clothes, sporting goods, German cosmetics, local food products, including cheeses, chocolate, sausages - these products are of the highest quality at a relatively low cost.
In Germany, stores often adhere to a strict division of the assortment of all products into price categories. At various retail outlets, only mid-price products or high-end brands intended for affluent consumers may be presented.
Local kitchen utensils, such as knives and porcelain, also occupy the highest place among goods purchased by tourists in Germany. It is worth noting that one of the most popular cities for tourists to shop is Munich. Shopping in 2015 will delight consumers with the purchase of inexpensive small-scale household and household appliances of famous brands. Such a purchase will save money, and also ensures that the goods purchased will meet the highest quality standards in Germany.
Next, consider the most popular shopping areas.
Maximilianstrasse
The most luxurious and glamorous corner of the city. It houses branded stores and boutiques of fashionable shoes, clothes, famous jewelry houses, art workshops and galleries where you can buy luxury accessories while shopping in Munich. Walking here, you can go to the shops of Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Dior, Gianfranco Ferre, Hugo Boss, Versace and Louis Vuitton and update the wardrobe with clothes from famous designers.
Teatinerstrasse
This is the most elegant street in the city. Tourists prefer to stroll along it, while visiting the numerous company shops and luxury boutiques, making pleasant shopping in Munich. One of the most popular shopping centers “Five Yards” is located at Teatineerstrasse.
Neuhauserstrasse
This is the main shopping area, which consists of 2 streets. Here, various souvenir shops and trading houses peacefully coexist, while all the goods that are presented in them will satisfy consumers with different incomes and tastes who go shopping in Munich. Neuhauserstrasse has been declared a pedestrian zone, therefore, you can safely stop for your own health after hearing the performances of various street artists.
Hohenzollernstrasse
This street is visited by those who want to stroll through the same boutiques as the residents of the city. It mainly opens regional boutiques and shops, opticians, perfume and haberdashery salons and other retail outlets.
Kaufingerstrasse
Many tourists tend to go to this street when shopping in Munich, because there are shops open here that sell various goods at affordable prices. For example, the young generation on Kaufingerstrasse can look for themselves a daring outfit, while sophisticated buyers can choose a new piece of jewelry with an exquisite Swarovski stone.
Shopping Centers Overview
It should be noted that in this place there are practically no small shops "near the house." Locals and visitors alike go shopping in Munich, reviews of which can be read below in outlets and large shopping centers.
They always have a huge selection, in addition, there is the opportunity to have lunch, as well as have a good free time. Below is just a small list of popular trading houses where you can buy quality items.
"Olympia"
Many have probably heard about this shopping center. It was opened during the Olympic Games here, therefore, the name of this shopping facility arose by itself.
Shopping in Munich, the reviews of which are presented below, can be carried out here in three trading houses, 135 branded stores, grocery stores. In addition to visiting these retail outlets, consumers can take an active part in various events (concerts, exhibitions and fashion shows are often held in this place). After shopping, you can relax in any of the restaurants and cafes.
Successful purchases will not be prevented by the language barrier, as the shopping center staff is fluent in English.
Riem arcaden
This shopping center is located in the east of Munich. It is a small exhibition town. Here in 120 working stores you can buy high-quality women's and men's clothing, shoes, perfumes and cosmetics, electrical appliances, photo goods, books and stationery. It is worth noting that shopping in Munich in January is very profitable, since active sales begin here at this time.
If necessary, you can have a delicious lunch in the three-story center (several restaurants and cafes offer Bavarian cuisine, pizza, sushi, as well as a snack with ordinary fast food).
During shopping, you also won’t be bored, as the cultural program is always accompanied by gifts and promotional offers.
Galeria gourmet
The largest food gallery offers you a huge selection of products, the assortment and quality of which will satisfy even gourmets. It includes many departments, among which there are unique.
The wine department consists of a tasting room in which 12 people can simultaneously try more than 2000 types of these noble drinks. The staff will also assist you in choosing the best wine. Shopping in Munich in November is interesting for people with the presence of young wine, which many seek to replenish their home bar.
Confectionery products are represented by the following brands: Reber, Niederegger and Lindt. The Pick & Mix bar is also open, where the buyer can independently make assorted marmalade, sweets and fruits in chocolate.
The fish department offers customers fresh fish of various noble breeds.
Schubeck Schmankerl is a store that can be called a real attraction of this gallery. About forty kinds of ice cream are made here every day.
Hugendubel
At the moment, this name is a small bookstore, founded in 1893. Once the family business has become a chain of bookstores (at the moment there are more than forty of them all over the country). In addition to a large selection of print publications, he offers his customers the services of an online store and a service center.
"Five Yards"
This large shopping center includes five diverse courtyards that are connected by corridors. This center covers a total area of about 17,000 square meters. There are about a dozen restaurants and cafes and 54 shops.
It is best to go shopping in Munich in October. At this time, both city residents and tourists are actively going here for shopping. This is not surprising, since grandiose autumn sales are taking place at this time. In addition, in the shopping center, in addition to shoe stores and cosmetic stores, famous brands are represented, including Zara, Marc O 'Polo, Ermenegildo Zegna, etc.
Food markets
The Germans love everything high-quality and natural, therefore, in grocery markets there is always no way around. The huge local food market is Viktualienmarkt, which covers an area of 22,000 square meters. No other market can boast of such a wide range of products. Here, 140 farms offer customers home-made meat and poultry, exotic fruits, cheeses and other dairy products, fish and spices.
On the market you can also become a spectator and a participant in various festivities. In this place everyone celebrates a summer holiday, a brewer's day, a cradle of a prominent figure, a gardener's day, the opening of the asparagus season.
Very lucky everyone who can watch the dance of market traders. It is a huge carnival. It is attended by everyone who stood behind the counter yesterday.
Merchants have a special responsibility for this holiday: they prepare traditional costumes, learn the song repertoire, and also study with dance teachers.
Theresienwiese
This is the largest flea market in Europe. Time - mid-April, in the same place where the Oktoberfest takes place. It is prohibited to sell new products here. Only second-hand goods can be bought upon arrival in Munich. Shopping 2015, reviews of which can be viewed below, will make it possible to purchase goods from several thousand sellers here. A visit to this event for fans of fleamarket and connoisseurs of antiques will be one of the most important next year.
Olympiapark
This flea market operates throughout the year. The site is located under the trees in the parking lot.
Messegelände riem
Here once there was an airport, and today the territory is surrounded by a quiet sleeping area. In this place every Saturday a flea market gathers.
Auer dult
You can visit this fair from the beginning of spring to the end of autumn in Haidhausen. She works for a whole week on a site near the church. It presents mainly antique products and household appliances.
Christmas markets
All of Munich before Christmas shines with garlands and bright lights. Here at this time several unique and amazing Christmas markets work.
The most colorful fair is usually considered the one that takes place on Marienplatz. The burgomaster opens it. On the main tree lights are lit right after his speech. Please note that this bazaar is not in vain called the largest in the city. It is located on an area of 20,000 square meters, encompassing the nearby streets of Kaufingerstrasse, Einstrasse, Libfraustrasse, Fürstenfelder, Rindermarktplatz and Rosenstrasse.
The latter is famous for the fact that there is a "nursery market". Also, if you arrive for shopping in Munich in December, you will find a huge assortment of Christmas toys.
Immediately after shopping, you can just relax or have a beer. For these purposes, very quiet corners are ideal, which can be found without difficulty, despite the festivities.
Shopping in Munich: traveler reviews
Many vacationers, having visited Munich, are eager to share reviews about this wonderful city and about shopping in it. Tourists are amazed by the huge number of shopping centers and shops, adequate prices for high-quality goods, as well as regular sales. Some complain that vacationers spend most of their time shopping, not having time to enjoy the sights of the city.