So many tents, so little time.
In total, Oktoberfest has a little over thirty different tents. Which can be pretty overwhelming. So here I have for you is a simplified list of the biggest and most popular fourteen tents.
Marstall
Previously known as Hippodrom, this bright delight of a tent is one of the first ones you will see when walking into the fair grounds. Known for being a singles tent, it is filled with younger crowds and local celebrities. One exciting addition is that next to bier you can spend your time here sipping Sekt.
Schottenhamel
The kick off tent. Known for its historic first day event, in Schottenhammel at noon on the opening day the Mayor arrives and taps the first beer of Oktoberfest. Setting off the official celebrations. Aside from this, it is also the largest and oldest of the tents.
Hacker Pschorr
Known as the ” Himmel der Bayern” ( Bavarian Heaven) this tent is filled with a dream blue cieling of stars and clouds. With around 10.000 seating, it isnt so small either. It is also famous for its evening rock bands accompied by dancing on the benches.
Käfer’s Wies’n-Schänke
Looking for somewhere glamourous and gourmet? Best head on over to Käfer. Known for being a hot spot for celebrities, this smaller tent is the perfect atmosphere to go and have a more relaxed Wiesn experience. It also has the longst hours, serving beer until 12:30 and staying open until 1am.
Weinzelt
Desiring something other than beer? the Wine tent is your perfect match. With a great selection of wins and champagnes, this small tent is the best place to go. It also has many different food options including seafood and on occasion Thai.
Hofbräu
The well known tourist attraction Hofbräuhaus in downtown Munich has its very own tent at the Oktoberfest. Knowing for its standing indoor planning and foriegn patrons, this tent is a good option for those looking to find fellow expat company.
Augustiner
Known for being Munich’s favourite brewery, this tent offers a more traditional and family friendly atmosphere. With special deals for kids on on tuesdays, it makes a great group destination.
Löwenbräu
Known for its giant lion statue on the outside, this tent is a hard one to bypass. Often known as a hot spot for the local TSV 1860 football team, apply referred to as ” the lions”
Bräurosl
Known as being the only tent with its own personal yodeler, Bräurosl is a traditional tent with a impressive record of being the longest owned tent by a single family. Swing by for some great Oompha band music and history.
Schuetzen
Sitting underneath the famous Statue of Bavaria, this shooting inspired tent is home to some famous pork dishes and local shooting club championships. One of my personal favourites, its often a great tent to start the first day in.
Ochsenbraterei
Known for its ox specialties ( and giant revolving spit at the entrance) this tent is a good place to go when you want a nice big meal to match your party.
Fischer Vroni
Living up to its name, this tent serves a variety of fish options, including the well known Steckerlfisch or literally, ” fish on a stick”.
Armbrustschützen Zelt
Known as the sporty tent. Armbrustschützen translates literally to ” Crossbow shooters tent” It includes one of the OKtoberfest highlights, a crossbow competition.
Winzerer Fähndl
Known as a spot for local football players, this tent has a nice atmosphere with much attention to detail. It is also known for being the spot Local TV stations like to come do their reporting from.
Also very important, this years maß pricing….
| Big tents | Beer prices 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Armbrustschützen-Festzelt | € 10,85 | |
| Augustiner-Festhalle | € 10,70 | |
| Pschorr-Bräurosl | € 10,90 | |
| Fischer-Vroni | € 10,95 | |
| Hacker-Festzelt | € 10,90 | |
| Marstall | € 10,90 | |
| Hofbräuhaus-Festzelt | € 10,90 | |
| Käfer Wies’n Schänke | € 10,90 | |
| Löwenbräu-Festzelt | € 10,80 | |
| Ochsenbraterei | € 10,70 | |
| Paulaner-Festzelt | € 10,95 | |
| Schottenhammel-Festhalle | € 10,95 | |
| Schützen-Festzelt | € 10,90
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