5 reasons why Munich is the best city in Germany (sorry Berlin)

Moving abroad means finding a city that feels like home, and for me, that city is Munich. After nine years of living here, I’m making my case for why Munich is the best city in Germany (sorry, Berlin). In this episode, I share my 5 big reasons why life in Munich is so special: from its endless nature and sporty lifestyle to the Alps just around the corner, the city’s beauty and safety, its “village” vibe, and of course, iconic Bavarian culture (pretzels, Lederhosen, and Oktoberfest included). Berlin might be cooler, Hamburg might be edgy—but Munich has my whole heart. Whether you’re curious about moving abroad, planning a trip to Germany, or just wondering what makes Bavaria stand out, this episode will give you an inside look at why Munich is so loved (and sometimes hated) by locals and expats alike. ⏰ CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Intro: Why Munich propaganda? 02:30 – Nature & the Isar lifestyle 12:50 – Sporty culture & the nearby Alps 24:00 – City life, events & Munich’s vibe 34:50 – Safety, beauty & “big village” feeling 47:00 – Bavarian culture & Oktoberfest traditions 58:00 – Final thoughts: Berlin vs Munich About The Pod Abroad Howdy und Servus, y’all! I’m Paulina, originally from Texas and living in Munich, Germany for the last 9 years. The Pod Abroad shares funny, honest, and unfiltered stories about building a life abroad. From cultural differences to new beginnings, each episode dives into what it means to create a home away from home. Weekly episodes feature my own stories and conversations with international friends. 👉 If you love Munich (or think Berlin or another German city is better), drop a comment and join the debate! ✨ Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday about cultural differences and life abroad. 🎧 LISTEN & CONNECT Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/711j4OK Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast More platforms: https://linktr.ee/thepodabroad Instagram → @thepod.abroad / thepod.abroad TikTok → @thepodabroad / thepodabroad Email → [email protected] 🎥 CREW Video, Audio & Music: Tim ter Huurne Design/Branding: Ali Khazanbeik https://ytjobs.co/talent/profile/410967