Munich Hofbrauhaus

The Munich Hofbrauhaus is a famous beer hall in Munich Germany.  It was built in 1589 and is often called "Hofbräuhaus am Platzl".

The Hofbrauhaus is comprised of a restaurant, ballroom and an outdoor beer garden. Live Bavarian music is often playing.

Visitors to the beer hall can enjoy traditional Bavarian cuisine including pretzels, Bratwurst and Weisswurst, as well as beer.

Munich Hofbrauhaus, Bavaria Germany

Over the years, many famous people have spent time at the Munich Hofbrauhaus.  They include Vladimir Lenin, Adolf Hitler, Louis Armstrong, Mikhail Gorbachev and John F. Kennedy.

Ballroom at the Munich Hofbrauhaus

The Munich Hofbrauhaus is a popular place to spend time during Oktoberfest, the world's largest beer festival and funfair.

Each year, Oktoberfest attracts over 6 million people to Munich in late September and early October.