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UEFA EURO 2020 Host City Guide simply fantastic 2 | Welcome to Munich

Welcome, Football Fans!

The cosmopolitan and football-crazy capital of is one of eleven major European cities chosen to host UEFA Euro 2020. We hope you enjoy lots of sporty days at the or simply in the city of Munich.

Travelling in Munich – public transport is your best option If you’re going to a match at the “Football Arena Munich” or you’d like to visit the City Centre, the best way to travel in Munich is by taking the S-Bahn (suburban train), U-Bahn (underground train), bus and tram. There’s only a limited number of parking spaces around the stadium. If you use the public transport system, you can get around quickly, avoid traffic and do without a parking space.

Here are the fastest connections Airport – City Centre S-Bahn S1 / S8 Airport – S-Bahn S1 / S8, U-Bahn U3 Munich Environmental Airport – Football Arena Munich S-Bahn S1 / S8, U-Bahn U6 Zone This includes the urban area within the central Olympiapark – U-Bahn U3 / U8 / U6, ring road (not including Football Arena Munich Shuttle Buses on match days the ring itself). The only cars allowed to travel City Centre – Football Arena Munich U-Bahn U6, Shuttle Buses there are those displaying the green environmental (partly) on match days sticker valid throughout . www.muenchen.de/ All connections can also be found in the following apps: umweltzone MVV-App, MVG Fahrinfo and München Navigator And online at www.mvv-muenchen.de, www.mvg.de, www.s-bahn-muenchen.de

Useful Phone Numbers and Apps You can find current updates on the match day and getting to the stadium on the EURO 2020 app: EURO2020.com/app Police 110 | Fire Brigade 112 Medical Emergency Services 116 117 UEFA EURO 2020 EURO2020.com/app München SmartCity App www.muenchen.de/uefaeuro2020 UEFA EURO 2020 – Match Schedule June 11 to July 11, 2021 Group stage Knockout stage Matchday 1 Matchday 2 Matchday 3 Round of 16 Quarter-finals Semi-finals Final

Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Thu Wed Sat Sun Mon Tue Fri Sat Tue Wed Sun 11.06. 12.06. 13.06. 14.06. 15.06. 16.06. 17.06. 18.06. 19.06. 20.06. 21.06. 22.06. 23.06. 26.06. 27.06. 28.06. 29.06. 02.07. 03.07. 06.07. 07.07. 11.07.

Rome 1 14 26 48 Olimpico in TUR : ITA ITA : SUI ITA : WAL W43 : W44 68.000 21:00 21:00 18:00 21:00

Baku 2 13 25 47 WAL : SUI TUR : WAL SUI : TUR W40 : W38 69.000 15:00 18:00 18 :00 18 :00

St. Petersburg 4 10 15 21 28 34 45 St. Petersburg Stadium BEL : RUS POL : SVK FIN : RUS SWE : SVK FIN : BEL SWE : POL W41 : W42 61.000 21:00 18:00 15:00 15:00 21:00 18:00 18:00

Copenhagen 3 16 27 42 DEN : FIN DEN : BEL RUS : DEN 2D : 2E 38.000 18 :00 18:00 21:00 18:00

Amsterdam 5 17 29 38 Johan Cruijff ArenA NED : UKR NED : AUT MKD : NED 2A : 2B 54.000 21:00 21:00 18:00 18 :00

41 6 18 30 1F : National Arena Bucharest AUT : MKD UKR : MKD UKR : AUT 3A/B/C 54.000 18:00 15:00 18:00 21:00

London 7 20 32 37 44 49 50 51 ENG : CRO ENG : SCO CZE : ENG 1A : 2C 1D : 2F W46 : W45 W48 : W47 W49 : W50 90.000 15:00 21:00 21:00 21:00 18:00 21:00 21:00 21:00

43 8 19 31 1E : SCO : CZE CRO : CZE CRO : SCO 3A/B/C/D 51.000 15:00 18:00 21:00 21:00

39 Sevilla 9 22 33 1B : Estadio La Cartuja ESP : SWE ESP : POL SVK : ESP 3A/D/E/F 57.000 21:00 21:00 18:00 21:00

Munich 12 24 36 46 Football Arena Munich FRA : GER POR : GER GER : HUN W39 : W37 70.000 21:00 18:00 21:00 21:00

40 11 23 35 1C : Puskás Aréna HUN : POR HUN : FRA POR : FRA 3D/E/F 68.000 18 :00 15:00 21:00 18:00

Group A Group B Group C Group D Group E Group F A1 Turkey (TUR) B1 (DEN) C1 (NED) D1 (ENG) E1 (ESP) F1 (HUN) A2 (ITA) B2 Finland (FIN) C2 Ukraine (UKR) D2 Croatia (CRO) E2 (SWE) F2 Portugal (POR) A3 (WAL) B3 (BEL) C3 Austria (AUT) D3 (SCO) E3 (POL) F3 (FRA)

A4 Switzerland (SUI) B4 (RUS) C4 (MKD) D4 Czech Republic (CZE) E4 Slovakia (SVK) F4 Germany (GER) Football stories | 7

Football Arena Munich

The Kings of Europe

Germany and Spain are record-holding Euro- pean champions. While the Iberians triumphed in 2008 and 2012, it‘s a long time since the Germans last took the title.

For the 16th time, Europe‘s best football teams are about to battle it out in the championships! The most successful teams in the continental competition to-date have been the German and Spanish national teams. The DFB Eleven have taken the title three times (1972, 1980, Munich’s football stadium has seen a lot of action since it was opened 1996), just as often as the Spanish have triumphed (1964, 2008, 2012). in 2005: FC Bayern München revel in the title, triumph and plenty of Yet Germany still counts as the most successful tournament team, “Weissbierduschen” (celebratory on-pitch dousings with wheat beer) having made it to six finals and nine semi-finals, while the Iberians after winning this year’s Deutsche Meisterschaft tournament, and have played in „only“ four. becoming champions for the ninth time in a row since 2013. But there have also been other dramas like the home final in Bierhoff saves the Germans the UEFA Champions League, which Bayern Munich only lost on The last time Germany won the was a quarter penalties. The arena also hosted the opening game of the 2006 World of a century ago – in fact 25 years almost to the day before the post- Cup, where the German national team wrote the first chapter of their poned UEFA EURO 2020 kicks off this year! The final in England was summer fairy tale. full of drama – and so still goes down in the history of the game: brought on as a substitute, the striker scored a late equaliser And the story continues taking the score to a late 1:1, then saved the day for the German team and Four games will be held at the “Football Arena Munich” as part the German fans when, in extra time, he scored the first golden goal of UEFA Euro 2020. The stadium in the north of the Bavarian state in the history of the tournament to lead the team to a 2:1 victory over capital features a spectacular air cushion roof that can be illuminated the Czech Republic. Today, Bierhoff still works closely with the DFB in various colours. It was designed by the renowned architecture firm Eleven as manager of the national teams and of the DFB Academy. “Herzog & de Meuron” and is one of eleven venues selected for the European Championship. Though the arena has capacity for almost 70,000 spectators, the number of fans who will be able to attend the group matches and quarter final live in the stadium will be determined by the Bavarian regulations for infection control that apply for the tournament. The home of Bayern Munich is also one of the ten host cities chosen to host the 2024 European Championship in Germany. 8 | simply Munich

France: Experience Versailles splendour at Nymphenburg (Nymphenburg ) is unquestionably Munich’s most impressive palace complex. Consisting of the 200-hectare Schlosspark (Palace Park), four park pavilions and the Schlossrondell (a grand crescent of mansions), the site covers a huge area and offers ample space for long walks that meander in whichever direction you fancy. Highlights include the Badenburg pavilion with its impressive swim- ming pool, the Asian-inspired Pagodenburg pavilion and the Amalien- burg hunting lodge. The view of the palace from the park is some­ what reminiscent of Versailles – with the main difference being that Nymphenburg is even longer, spanning some 632 metres. Travel the world in Munich

The German national team will be facing off against three European teams in Munich’s football arena during the UEFA EURO 2020 championship: Portugal, France and Hungary. But it’s not only on the pitch that you can find these countries represented in the city. Find out where to go exploring in Munich to discover Europe and the rest of the world! Hungary: Hungarian delicacies at the Szerettel Üdvözöljuk! – welcome! The Hungarian speciality stand on Portugal: Be transported to the Algarve as you watch Frauenstrasse is a magnet for Munich-based lovers of Hungary and surfers in the its cuisine. You will find countless types of paprika seasoning there, Munich has not one, but three river waves, the best-known of which for myriad uses well beyond the country’s famous national dish of is the Eisbachwelle in the Englischer Garten. People ride the wave goulash. Another special treat sold at the stand is lángos: this typical day and night, and it attracts surfers – including professionals – to the Hungarian street snack features a deep-fried flatbread topped with city from all over the world, as well as enticing crowds of locals and garlic, sour cream and/or grated cheese. Lángos have become a hit tourists alike to watch the show. And if that wasn’t enough to create at a number of Munich festivals, such as Tollwood, as well as at the a holiday mood, as you travel the city you can regularly spot the surfers city’s Christmas markets. The stall also offers Hungarian wines, riding tram or bikes, often still wet through. In most cities the sight of honey, pickles, traditional sausages such as wild boar salami, and a a surfboard or skis on public transport might raise eyebrows, but here number of popular sweet items. If you find it’s closed for a few days, it is almost par for the course. you can be sure the owners are away getting fresh supplies from Hungary.

For more information and photos about these and other world travels in Munich, take a look here: www.simply-munich.com/world-trip simply Munich | 11

century; a place where people raised pigs and farmed fish, or sold their own milk, and the district still retains much of its village charm to this day. By contrast, Glockenbachviertel on the other side of the Building bridges bridge is distinctly urban, heaving with bars, cafés, restaurants and clubs. Müllerstrasse in particular has been a party hotspot for decades – including for the LGBTQ+ scene. The neighbourhood became famous The UEFA EURO 2020 logos use the bridge as as the haunt of superstars like Freddie Mercury, Mick Jagger and a symbol of solidarity and unity within Europe. David Bowie. All eleven hosting venues were asked to select a bridge from their own city to form The Wittelsbacherbrücke bridge is one of more than the centrepiece of the image. Munich chose a thousand river crossings in the city, all of which not Wittelsbacherbrücke, which crosses the only offer a way to get from one side of the Isar to the other, but also unite diverse city districts, people close to the city centre. and their stories. You can read more about Munich’s bridges and the city’s delightful contrasts here: www.simply-munich.com/bridges

UEFA EURO 2020 ambassador

The name of the bridge refers to a defining era in the history of the city, when the noble Wittelsbach family ruled Bavaria from their royal Lord Mayor (left) and ambassador Philipp Lahm signing the contract seat in Munich – first as dukes, then as Electors and finally as kings from 1806. The statue standing high over the bridge depicts Otto von A true Munich child - a symbol of the city Wittelsbach, who began the Wittelsbach reign over Bavaria – a reign In DFB honorary captain and football world champion Philipp that would last for over 700 years until the end of the First World War Lahm, the host city Munich has attracted a true citizen of Munich in 1918. The bridge as it appears today was built in 1904. as its ambassador for the European Championship 2020.

It crosses directly over the Isarstrand beach, a haven of relaxation The former captain of the national team and of FC Bayern is a living in the heart of the city. The stone steps offer the ideal place to sit legend in the state capital: the former professional played in the youth and rest, and you can even bathe in the river when the weather team for FT Gern, transferred to Bayern Munich as an 11-year-old in is warm. The neighbouring Reichenbachbrücke bridge connects 1995, and remained loyal to the German record champions (apart from the popular Glockenbachviertel area with the tranquil district of Au. a two-year loan to VfB ) until the end of his career in 2017. Au was predominantly a thriving agricultural economy into the 20th In 2019, Lahm was named the youngest honorary citizen of the City of Munich for his outstanding services. Lahm works voluntarily as Munich‘s European Championship ambassador, donating his salary to the Bavarian Football Association which has used the money to support the training of 20 child and youth trainers. Lahm is also one of the two directors of DFB EURO GmbH which, in addition to organising the European Championship 2020 in Munich, is also responsible for the European Championship 2024 in Germany. 12 | simply fair play einfach Fairplay | 13

Behind the Scenes: Munich’s Secret Football Stars

They might not be in the limelight, but they’ll be working hard to make sure you can focus on the football.

“I’ll get you safely to the games – even if I’m not cheering for your team”. Otto Künzel, MVG U-Bahn Driver

“We can’t tell you who’s going to win, but we do have the answer to all your other questions about Munich”. Daniela Kammermeier and Verena Klotz from Munich Tourist Information

“I’ll make sure the city’s nice and clean for you – although I’d rather be sitting next to you at the ground”. Bogdan Fumycz, Employee of the AWM Top 10 Attractions | 15

Simply legendary – Munich’s Top 10 10

1 is the heart of Munich’s historic Altstadt. The Glockenspiel mechanical clock in the tower of the Neues Rathaus The 6 English Garden is one of the largest inner-city parks in the () depicts scenes from the world, featuring biking and hiking trails, Kleinhesseloher See and city’s history and sounds at 11.00 a.m. and the famous beer garden by the Chinesischer Turm. Surfing pros can 12.00 p.m. every day, and also at 5.00 p.m. be seen taking on the almost every day at the southern end between March and October. of the park.

The 2 Viktualienmarkt was originally a The 7 Kunstareal features a unique wealth farmer’s market, but it has since developed of museums and exhibition spaces, including into a popular shopping attraction and the world-famous Pinakothek, the Städtische meeting place for connoisseurs, gastro Galerie im , the Brandhorst stars and beer garden fans. Museum, the Staatliches­ Museum Ägyptischer Kunst and the NS-Dokumentations­zentrum.

The 3 Residenz is the largest city palace 8 Schloss Nymphenburg was the summer in Germany. It was the residence and seat residence of the Bavarian ruling family. King of the Bavarian ruling family until 1918. Its art Ludwig II was born here on August 25, 1845. collections and treasury make it an excellent Some of the local attractions include the testimony to courtly culture in Europe. rooms of the castle, the park with its four manor houses, and the Marstallmuseum

The 4 Hofbräuhaus was once the The canvas roof over the 9 Olympiapark exclusive brewery for the Court of Munich, is a modern symbol of Munich. The park and a tavern was also built there in 1829. has hosted a number of sporting events, Hofbräuhaus is now a popular meeting place concerts and recreational activities since for seasoned locals and international guests the inauguration of the 1972 Summer alike. Olympics.

The 5 is one of the Across the road from the Olympiapark, the most popular museums in the world, featur­ futuristic double-cone design of 10 BMW ing masterpieces from the world of science Welt catches the eye. It’s the exhibition and and technology. The museum has various discovery centre of the Munich-based car demonstrations, experiments and interactive manufacturer. The neighbouring area is also models that let you explore a wide range of home to the BMW Museum, where the fields with all your senses. company’s technical developments are documented through numerous exhibits. Coronavirus: The latest information for your visit to Munich The City of Munich has also been affected by the national measures implemented to curb the spread of the coronavirus. Please protect yourself and others! The following rules will help you do this:

Protect your mouth and nose (FFP2 Mask)

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