Oktoberfest!

I really couldn't go any farther without discussing one of the attractions for which Germany is known for most: Oktoberfest.

The Oktoberfest in Munich is the largest Volksfest (a German term meaning a combination of a festival and a carnival) in the world with over 6 million visitors annually. Despite the name, the Oktoberfest starts at the end of September until the first weekend in October. An important part of Bavarian culture, the festival has been held since 1810. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of rides and traditional fare such as Hendl (chicken, usually roasted!), Schweinebraten (German-style roasted pork!), Würstl (sausage!), Knödel (large, round, poached or boiled potato or bread dumplings, made without yeast!) and large quantities of German beer. Gotta have beer at Oktoberfest, yes?

Oktoberfest lasts 16 days, each day resembling one big, drunk party. Many other cities have Oktoberfest celebrations, as well, but are just mere attempts at the German original!

Come experience this world-famous festival that attracts millions of tourists and natives alike each year (if you dare)!