Benvenuti all'Oktoberfest!
Italians are among the most loyal Oktoberfest guests. Here you'll find places to stay in every price range, tips for the Italian weekend and everything about the journey over the Brenner Pass.
No other country sends as many visitors to the Wiesn as Italy. On the second Oktoberfest weekend – the legendary „Italian weekend“ – the Theresienwiese is firmly in Italian hands. That is exactly when hotels, guesthouses and campsites in Munich sell out first.
Most visitors from South Tyrol, Trentino, Veneto and Lombardy travel by car, campervan or coach over the Brenner Pass. Secure your accommodation early, get a low-emission sticker for your car and stay flexible about location – and you'll enjoy a relaxed Wiesn and save a lot of money.
Accommodation
During Oktoberfest, Munich is the most expensive city in Germany to stay in. Pick the right category, book early, and you will still find your room.
approx. €40–130 per person/night
Tent camps, campsites, hostel dorms and simple rooms outside the city – ideal for backpackers, groups and anyone who mainly comes to party.
Our tip for you
Coming by campervan or with a tent? Book a campsite or Oktoberfest camp early. Camping in public car parks is not allowed – and hardly possible in the city.
approx. €150–350 per room/night
Private rooms, guesthouses and mid-range hotels – with your own bathroom, a quiet night and good connections to the Theresienwiese.
Our tip for you
Book 9–12 months ahead for the Italian weekend. On weekdays (Mon–Wed) private rooms in Sendling or along the S-Bahn are often still available.
from approx. €350 per room/night
4- and 5-star hotels and design apartments within walking distance of the Wiesn or in the old town – with concierge, spa and breakfast until noon.
Our tip for you
Choose a hotel with an underground car park: parking around the Theresienwiese is practically impossible during the Wiesn.
Rough guide prices for the Oktoberfest period, no guarantee. Fridays and Saturdays are the most expensive; Monday to Wednesday is often much cheaper. Booking 9–12 months ahead gives you the best choice.
Location
The Theresienwiese is central. U-Bahn and S-Bahn trains get you there quickly from almost every neighbourhood – and staying outside the city often saves a lot of money.
5–15 min on foot
Right next to the festival grounds. Perfect for walking home after the tent – but lively, loud and the first area to sell out.
10–20 min on foot
The largest choice of hotels and hostels, direct S-Bahn to the airport and long-distance trains. A little hectic around the station at night.
1–3 stops on U3/U6
Quiet residential areas with cafés and beer gardens, close to the south entrance via Goetheplatz and Poccistraße. A good balance of location and price.
15–25 min by U-Bahn
Museums, university buzz and lovely cafés. Ideal if you want to combine the Wiesn with sightseeing and a bit of calm in the evening.
15–30 min by S-Bahn
Pasing, Laim, Giesing or the area around Ostbahnhof are cheaper. Get off at Hackerbrücke – from there it is about a 10-minute walk to the Wiesn.
20–60 min by regional train
Often half the price of Munich. Plan your last train back – late-evening trains on Oktoberfest weekends are packed.
Practical tips
Munich's low-emission zone covers everything inside the Mittlerer Ring. Without a green sticker you risk a fine – order it online or at a testing station well before your trip.
Leave your car at a P+R car park on the outskirts and continue by U-Bahn or S-Bahn. It's cheaper and far more relaxing than hunting for a space near the Wiesn.
A Maß is a full litre, and Oktoberfest beer is stronger than regular lager. If you are driving, stick to Spezi or alcohol-free beer on travel days.
There is no „coperto“. A 5–10 % tip is customary – say the total when you pay. Cash is still the fastest way to pay in the tents.
With EU roaming you pay domestic rates. But in packed tents the network is often overloaded – agree on a fixed meeting point.
Bring your tessera sanitaria (EHIC). Emergency: 112, police: 110. The Italian Consulate General in Munich helps if you lose your ID.
FAQ
Traditionally on the second Oktoberfest weekend, the middle weekend of the festival. Tents, trains and accommodation are especially busy then – book rooms and tables as early as possible.
Yes, but stay at a campsite or an official motorhome site and book early. Remember the green low-emission sticker and use public transport to get to the Theresienwiese.
No. As an EU citizen, a valid ID card (carta d'identità) is enough. Bring your health insurance card (EHIC) as well.
Who is it for?