A metropolis with small-town charm
The history of Munich is documented all the way back to 1158 when it was first mentioned as “forum apud Munichen”. The Old German name means “by the monks” and derives from the monks who ran a monastery at the place that was to become the Old Town of Munich. A monk is still depicted on the city’s coat of arms.
Today, the Bavarian state capital is the third-largest city in Germany – behind Berlin and Hamburg – and one of the most prosperous and fastest-growing cities in the country. It is consistently voted one of Germany’s most liveable cities, with various career opportunities, a low crime rate, a broad selection of leisure and recreational activities plus an efficient infrastructure ensuring a high quality of life.