Munich’s green lifeline—the Isar—flows right through the heart of the city. Since Munich’s founding in 1158, the river has shaped life in the city:
once as a vital trade route and source of energy, and today as a natural space for leisure and recreation right on your doorstep.
In summer, locals and visitors alike flock here to swim, barbecue, and relax; in winter, the paths along the riverbanks invite you to take peaceful strolls.
Stretching across the city like a vast swimming pool, the Isar offers an open-air experience that makes Munich unique—without the need for hyperbole.
In the background, the parish church of St. Maximilian in the Glockenbachviertel district is visible.

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