Gern Travel Guide

Munich

A lake with a tower in the background, surrounded by green grass and flowers.
A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by trees and a building with a red logo.

Gern is a district of Munich known for its villa settlement from 1892. Together with Neuhausen and Nymphenburg, it forms City District 9 of the Bavarian capital.

A city trip to Gern will lead you to this elegant residential area of Munich and invites you to enjoy a pleasant time in the Bavarian metropolis. There is an underground station in Gern, enabling you to quickly connect to the rest of the city while on a short trip to Munich. Gern is therefore the ideal place to have a quiet stay and yet be centrally located.

A visit to Gern will take you back to the Munich of the past as you are surrounded by old building traditions. Many of the houses in this district are listed. Prime examples are the villas around Böcklinstraße which form part of the oldest terrace house complexes in Munich and invite you for a tour. The houses consist of several stories, built in blocks of various buildings with different ground plans. However, the history of Gern extends much further into the past. The first mention in records lists the date of creation of the village as 1025.

Take a mini break in Gern to visit the historical sites. Castle Nymphenburg is certainly worth a visit. It is easily accessible by a stroll along the castle canal. The castle itself is surrounded by a park which has been expanded multiple times. The Nymphenburg estate is among the most beautiful castles in the world. It was erected by Henriette Adelaide of Savoyen in 1664 as a summer palace and continuously expanded through the next 300 years.

During your city trip, the Museum Mensch und Natur (Man and Nature) also awaits. Many exhibits from natural history and an extensive exhibit of the geological development of the earth will impress visitors. Replicas, models and audiovisual programs make learning a modern experience here.

Be sure to also visit the Dante Pool while on your city trip to Gern. In the summer, take a refreshing dip into several swimming pools while a warm bath heated up to 30 degrees awaits in winter. The pool also offers a gym, a sauna area and various massage offerings inviting you to enjoy some relaxation during your mini break. The Dante Pool was built in 1913 and was home to the water polo competition during the Olympic Summer Games of 1974.


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Top hotels in Gern

KING's HOTEL Center Superior

KING's HOTEL Center Superior

Marsstrasse 15 Munich BY
The price is £109 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£109
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Munich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,849 reviews)
"Great location in central Munich. Friendly and helpful staff. Gave good recommendations for sights and meals."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

KING's HOTEL Center Superior
Maritim Hotel München

Maritim Hotel München

Goethestrasse 7 Munich BY
The price is £87 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£87
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Munich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,524 reviews)
"Nice hotel location, close to Oktoberfest and train station. Only downside was walks if to and from the hotel is not in a great area."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Maritim Hotel München
Munich Inn Design Hotel

Munich Inn Design Hotel

Goethestrasse 15 Munich BY
The price is £58 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
£58
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Munich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Room was large, location was good! The rest is negative and can be improved, Many times No hot water Mini fridge in room dirty Shower cubical dirty Floor corners dirty Entrance is by a kebab shop and the smell of cooking is very bad! Wall socket broken sticking out health hazard Ventilation in the ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Munich Inn Design Hotel
Eden Hotel Wolff

Eden Hotel Wolff

Arnulfstr. 4 Munich BY
The price is £164 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
£164
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Munich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,720 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel central to mass transit. Small lobby and bar met our needs. Breakfast was great offering an array of options."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Eden Hotel Wolff
WunderLocke Munich

WunderLocke Munich

Gmunder Strasse 27 Munich BY
The price is £63 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
£63
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Munich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
WunderLocke Munich
KING's HOTEL First

KING's HOTEL First

Dachauer Strasse 13 Munich BY
The price is £109 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£109
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Munich. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,334 reviews)
"Great single bed room. Free water and coffee. The staff are helpful and professional"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

KING's HOTEL First
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Where to stay in Gern

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Munich City Centre

Known for its fantastic breweries and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Munich City Centre. Check out top attractions like Marienplatz and Theresienwiese, and jump on the metro at Lenbachplatz Tram Stop or Karlsplatz (Stachus) Station to see more of the city.

Ludwigsvorstadt-Kliniken

Travellers love Ludwigsvorstadt-Kliniken for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of Munich by jumping on the metro at Sendlinger Gate U-Bahn or Munich Central Station Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like German Theater and Landwehrstrasse.

Altstadt-Lehel

Marienplatz and Kaufingerstrasse are top sights in Altstadt-Lehel, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Lenbachplatz Tram Stop or Karlsplatz (Stachus) Station to see more sights in the area.

Graggenau

Noted for its museums and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Graggenau. Top attractions like Marienplatz and National Theater are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Nationaltheater Tram Stop or Kammerspiele Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Kreuzviertel

Noted for its breweries and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kreuzviertel. Top attractions like Marienplatz and Frauenkirche are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lenbachplatz Tram Stop or Karlsplatz (Stachus) Station to see more of the city.



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