Munich

Name: Munich
Address: Central Europe, Germany

Central Europe, Germany

Germany

People from Munich are called:

Male/General:

Münchner

Pronunciation:

/ˈmʏnçnər/

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Population:: 1,594,632 (2024 est.)
Country:: Germany
Region:: Central Europe

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Etymology & Origin

From Old High German 'Munichen', meaning 'by the monks', referring to the Benedictine monastery that once stood there.

About Munich

Third largest city in Germany and capital of Bavaria.
Major center for science, technology, finance, innovation, and arts.
Home to world-renowned museums, historic architecture, and the famous Oktoberfest.
Important automotive hub with BMW headquarters and major tech companies.
Known for its beer gardens, traditional Bavarian culture, and high quality of life.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

Vienna

354 km east

People are called:

Viennese

Berlin

505 km north

People are called:

Berliner

Frankfurt

304 km northwest

People are called:

Frankfurter

Quick Facts

Population:: 1,594,632 (2024 est.)
Country:: Germany
Region:: Central Europe

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