Munich's Oktoberfest: How Far €100 Gets You!

Summary

In Munich, Germany, the video follows a budget challenge at Oktoberfest with a 100-euro limit. The host indulges in traditional beer, food like roast chicken and pretzels, and experiences iconic attractions like the Ferris wheel and Teufelsrad. Souvenirs, such as Lebkuchenherzen, are purchased, and the Oide Wiesn's nostalgic charm is explored. Despite exceeding the budget by 70 cents, the experience is deemed enjoyable and budget-friendly, encapsulating the festive spirit.

Takeaways

• 🍺 The video is set at Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, known for attracting millions of visitors annually.
• 💶 The host sets a budget of 100 euros to experience Oktoberfest and documents their spending throughout the day.
• ☕ They start with a cappuccino and a traditional pastry at Cafe Theres' tent, costing 14 euros.
• 🎁 A souvenir, a Lebkuchenherzen gingerbread cookie, is purchased for 6 euros as a symbol of affection.
• 🍻 The host indulges in a beer at the Löwenbräu tent for 14.50 euros, noting the price increase from the previous year.
• 🍗 Roast chicken, or Hendl, is sought outside the beer tent to save money, costing 12 euros.
• 🎢 The Teufelsrad, a spinning wheel ride, is experienced after paying a 5 euro entrance fee.
• 🎡 A ride on the iconic Ferris wheel is part of the experience, costing 10 euros for a ticket.
• 🌭 After the ride, a German Bratwurst is enjoyed for 7 euros to satiate hunger.
• 🎠 The Oide Wiesn area offers a nostalgic experience with vintage attractions and lower ride prices at 1.50 euros each.
• 🍫 Chocolate-covered fruits are tried for 5 euros, recommended by other festival-goers.
• 🍞 The day concludes with another beer and a big pretzel, costing 14.20 euros and 7.50 euros respectively, slightly exceeding the budget.

Q & A

What is the main event being described in the script?

The script describes a visit to Oktoberfest, the world's largest folk festival held in Munich, Germany.

What is the budget set by the speaker for their visit to Oktoberfest?

The speaker has set a budget of 100 euros for their visit to Oktoberfest.

What are some of the must-do activities the speaker has planned for Oktoberfest?

The speaker's must-do activities include drinking beer, eating a pretzel, trying roasted chicken, riding the Ferris wheel, and visiting the nostalgic Oide Wiesn.

What is the cost of a cappuccino and Theresienbussal at Cafe Theres' tent?

The cost of a cappuccino and Theresienbussal at Cafe Theres' tent is 14 euros.

What is the significance of the Lebkuchenherzen mentioned in the script?

Lebkuchenherzen are edible heart-shaped gingerbread cookies with affectionate messages, typically worn as decorative necklaces and exchanged between couples or friends.

What is the average price range for a 1-liter beer at Oktoberfest during the year described in the script?

The price of a 1-liter beer, or Mass, is between 12.60 and 14.90 euros, which is about 6 percent more than the previous year.

Where does the speaker decide to get their roast chicken, and why?

The speaker decides to get their roast chicken outside of the beer tent because it is cheaper, costing 12 euros instead of almost 15 euros inside the tent.

What is the Teufelsrad and how much does it cost to ride it?

The Teufelsrad is a comical, spinning wheel attraction at Oktoberfest. It costs 5 euros to ride.

What is the Oide Wiesn and what is its significance?

The Oide Wiesn, also known as the 'historic Oktoberfest,' is a section introduced for the festival's 200th anniversary in 2010. It evokes the spirit of what Oktoberfest used to be like, with vintage attractions and a more relaxed atmosphere.

How does the speaker manage to stay within their budget?

The speaker manages to stay within their budget by making cost-effective choices, such as eating outside the beer tents and enjoying the cheaper rides and food in the Oide Wiesn.

What is the final cost of the speaker's activities at Oktoberfest?

The speaker ends up spending slightly over their 100 euro budget by 70 cents after enjoying a variety of activities and food at Oktoberfest.

Outlines

00:00

🍺 Oktoberfest Experience on a Budget

The video begins with the host in Munich, Germany, at Oktoberfest, a massive folk festival known for its beer tents and festivities. With a budget of 100 euros, the host sets out to enjoy the event to the fullest. The initial plan includes drinking beer, eating a pretzel, trying roasted chicken, riding the Ferris wheel, and visiting the nostalgic Oide Wiesn. The host starts the day with a cappuccino and a traditional pastry at Cafe Theres' tent, costing 14 euros. They then purchase a heart-shaped gingerbread cookie, a popular souvenir, for 6 euros. The excitement of beer being served is palpable, and the host indulges in a beer at the Löwenbräu tent for 14.50 euros. The video highlights the increased price of beer this year, averaging around 6 percent more than the previous year. After the beer, the host seeks food and opts for a half roast chicken, or Hendl, outside the beer tent for 12 euros. The atmosphere is lively, and the host decides to try the Teufelsrad for 5 euros, a spinning wheel attraction. With 48.50 euros left, the host asks festival-goers for suggestions on how to spend the remaining money, receiving various recommendations including buying more beer and staying hydrated.

05:03

🎡 Enjoying the Rides and Exploring Oide Wiesn

In the second part of the video, the host decides to ride the iconic Ferris wheel, a symbol of Oktoberfest, for 10 euros. They enjoy the panoramic view from the top and then indulge in a typical German Bratwurst for 7 euros. The Oide Wiesn, or 'historic Oktoberfest,' is the next destination, where the host pays 4 euros for entry. They explore the vintage attractions and relaxed atmosphere, trying chocolate-covered fruit for 5 euros as recommended by other festival-goers. The host also enjoys a ride at the Oide Wiesn for the affordable price of 1.50 euros. After the ride, they have another beer and a big pretzel, which slightly exceeds the budget by 70 cents. The video concludes with the host successfully completing their Oktoberfest experience, just over the 100-euro budget, but with a memorable and enjoyable time. The host encourages viewers to subscribe for more videos like this one.

Keywords

💡Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is the world's largest folk festival held annually in Munich, Germany. It is a 16- to 18-day event running from late September to the first weekend in October, with more than six million people from around the world attending the event. The festival is an essential part of Bavarian culture and is known for its beer, food, and amusement rides. In the script, the narrator sets a budget of 100 euros to experience Oktoberfest, highlighting the festival's attractions such as beer tents, food, and rides.

💡Budget

A budget is a financial plan that outlines income and expenses over a specific period. In the context of the video, the narrator has set a budget of 100 euros to experience Oktoberfest, which is a common practice for visitors to manage their spending during the festival. The script follows the narrator's spending throughout the day, showing how they allocate their budget to various activities and food items.

💡Bavarian

Bavaria is a state in southeastern Germany known for its rich culture, traditional food, and festivals like Oktoberfest. The term 'Bavarian' in the script refers to the traditional elements of the festival, such as the roast chicken (Hendl) and the lederhosen (traditional dress), which are emblematic of the region's heritage. The script emphasizes the Bavarian classic food and the importance of experiencing these cultural aspects at Oktoberfest.

💡Mass

In the context of Oktoberfest, 'Mass' refers to a one-liter mug of beer. The price of a Mass is a significant factor for visitors as it can vary between different beer tents. The script mentions the cost of a Mass, which is between 12.60 and 14.90 euros, and the narrator considers this when planning their day to stay within their budget.

💡Rides

Rides are a key part of the entertainment at Oktoberfest, including Ferris wheels, carousels, and thrill rides. The script describes the narrator's experience on the Teufelsrad (Devil's Wheel) and their excitement about the rides, which are a significant draw for visitors. The rides also represent a significant cost as the narrator pays for entry and individual rides, factoring into their budget planning.

💡Souvenirs

Souvenirs are items purchased to remember an event or place. In the script, the narrator buys a Lebkuchenherzen, an edible heart-shaped gingerbread cookie, as a souvenir of their visit to Oktoberfest. These are often worn as decorative necklaces and exchanged between couples or friends, symbolizing the festive spirit and tradition of the event.

💡Tent

At Oktoberfest, 'tent' refers to the large beer halls or marquees where beer is served and where much of the socializing and celebration takes place. The script mentions different tents such as the Löwenbräu tent and the Oide Wiesn, each offering a unique atmosphere and experience. Tents are central to the festival's social and cultural activities.

💡Hendl

Hendl is a traditional Bavarian dish of roast chicken, which is a must-try food at Oktoberfest. The script describes the narrator's quest to find and enjoy Hendl, which is considered an essential part of the Oktoberfest experience. The term 'Hendl' is used to illustrate the cultural and culinary aspects of the festival.

💡Oide Wiesn

Oide Wiesn, or 'historic Oktoberfest,' is a section of the festival that recreates the atmosphere of earlier times with vintage attractions and a relaxed atmosphere. The script highlights the narrator's visit to Oide Wiesn, where they find lower-cost rides and a more nostalgic experience, contrasting with the modern aspects of the festival.

💡Bratwurst

Bratwurst is a type of German sausage that is a popular food item at Oktoberfest. The script mentions the narrator's decision to have a Bratwurst for 7 euros, showcasing the variety of traditional food available at the festival. Bratwurst represents the culinary heritage and is a common choice for visitors looking to sample local flavors.

💡Prost

Prost is a German toast that means 'to your health' and is commonly used when raising a glass of beer. In the script, the narrator says 'Prost' after purchasing a beer, indicating the social and celebratory nature of Oktoberfest. The term is emblematic of the festive spirit and the camaraderie among festival-goers.

Highlights

The narrator sets a budget of 100 euros to experience Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany.

Oktoberfest is known for being expensive, but the narrator aims to enjoy it within a limited budget.

The narrator's must-do list includes drinking beer, eating a pretzel, trying roasted chicken, riding the Ferris wheel, and visiting the nostalgic Oide Wiesn.

The first beer barrel is tapped at noon on the opening day of Oktoberfest.

The Cafe Theres' tent offers coffee and classic pastries, costing 14 euros.

Oktoberfest offers a variety of food options and souvenir stalls.

The narrator purchases a Lebkuchenherzen, a heart-shaped gingerbread cookie, for 6 euros.

The price of a 1-liter beer (Mass) ranges from 12.60 to 14.90 euros, which is about 6 percent more than the previous year.

The narrator opts for a half roast chicken (Hendl) outside the beer tent for 12 euros to save money.

The Teufelsrad, or Devil's Wheel, is a popular spinning wheel attraction at Oktoberfest.

The narrator spends 5 euros to enter the area with the Teufelsrad and other rides.

After trying the Teufelsrad, the narrator has 48.50 euros left from the initial budget.

Festival-goers recommend spending the remaining money on beer and staying hydrated.

The narrator decides to ride the iconic Ferris wheel, costing 10 euros.

A German Bratwurst is tried for 7 euros as a snack after the Ferris wheel ride.

The Oide Wiesn offers a nostalgic experience of historic Oktoberfest with vintage attractions and a relaxed atmosphere.

The narrator tries chocolate-covered fruit in the Oide Wiesn, recommended by other festival-goers, for 5 euros.

Rides in the Oide Wiesn cost only 1.50 euros, providing good value for entertainment.

The narrator ends the day with a beer and a big pretzel, slightly exceeding the budget by 70 cents.

Despite being over budget, the narrator concludes that it's possible to enjoy Oktoberfest with 100 euros and had a great time.

Transcripts

I'm in Munich, Germany, at the world's largest

folk festival, which draws in millions of visitors

every year – Oktoberfest.

Which is not exactly considered cheap fun.

So I've set myself a limit of 100 euros to see what I can do here with that.

I've got several must-dos on my list:

I want to drink beer, of course, eat a pretzel, try roasted chicken,

ride the Ferris wheel, and check out the nostalgic Oide Wiesn!

I've got a lot planned for today. So let's see what I can do!

It's opening day of Oktoberfest. So the first beer barrel isn't tapped until noon.

But luckily, there are more than just beer tents around here!

It's still quite early, so I'm desperate for some coffee and cake before I start drinking beer.

Let's check out this tent here!

The Cafe Theres' tent is the oldest coffee tent at the Wiesn.

I got myself a cappuccino and their classic pastry Theresienbussal,

which altogether cost me 14 euros.

That's really good.

You'll find plenty of food options at Oktoberfest, and also many stalls selling souvenirs.

I think my Oktoberfest outfit isn't fully complete yet.

I'm going to get myself one of these adorable Lebkuchenherzen.

Aw, this one is cute.

Oh! It's only 6 euros. I'll take this one.

Edible heart-shaped gingerbread cookies, with affectionate messages.

They are typically worn as decorative necklaces

and are often exchanged between couples or friends.

Perfect!

It sounds like the beer is officially being served! I can hear people partying it up inside.

Let's go join them!

Now it's finally time to investigate the reason most people are here – the beer!

Here at the Löwenbräu tent, this costs me 14.50 euros.

I wonder how much it's going to be next year? But for now let's drink up. Prost!

The price of a 1 liter beer, or Mass, this year is between 12.60 and 14.90,

an average of around 6 percent more than last year.

But that doesn't seem to stop people from having a great time.

Of course, I could just spend all my money in this tent and party the day away,

but I'm getting kind of drunk so let's move on.

Wow, what a crazy atmosphere. I'm feeling the alcohol a little bit,

so I'm going to go and look for some food to sober me up.

I'm on the hunt for some roast chicken, which they call Hendl.

Hi, can I get a half Hendl, please?

Yes, of course.

I wanted to get one inside the beer tent, but that would've been almost 15 euros.

Roast chicken is a Bavarian classic. You cannot come to Oktoberfest without eating one.

It's a little bit cheaper to get one outside of the tent. So this cost me 12 euros. Lets try it!

It's hot, but it's really good.

Now that I've got some food to sober me up a little, I'm ready to look for some entertainment.

There are a lot of fun rides out here like the Teufelsrad! I'm not sure yet if I'm going

to ride it myself but watching is a lot of fun too. I just have to pay 5 euros to get inside.

Let' s go.

The Teufelsrad, or Devil's Wheel, is a comical

spinning wheel attraction that has been delighting Oktoberfest visitors for over a century.

And there go all the men.

Now that I'm here, I think I'm going to go for it as well!

I didn't last very long.

Well that was a lot of excitement! I didn't last very long, but I'm really happy I tried it.

Alright, so far I have had breakfast, got a souvenir, drank a beer, ate roast chicken,

took a spin on the Teufelsrad and I have 48.50 euros left. Not bad! So...

Let's ask some other festival-goers what I should do next.

So what should I do with my remaining money? I have 48 euros left.

I mean it depends on what you're up to.

Just having fun. What do you recommend?

I mean, I would always recommend having another beer because the more the merrier!

Just spend your money all on beer! Because it's the best beer you will ever get.

Well I think it's pretty obvious. I think you have to buy beer and one water.

One water?

You should always stay hydrated!

I would actually pay for admission in the old Oktoberfest because there every ride

is just 1.50 euro, and you can do many rides for very little.

I would say you should try the chocolate fruit things. It's like really good.

It's like wow!

I have no idea what you can even do here. I'm walking around aimlessly trying to find a bar.

There's one thing nobody mentioned that I definitely don't want to miss – the Ferriswheel!

A ticket to ride the iconic attraction costs 10 euros.

The Ferris wheel is considered one of the symbols of Oktoberfest.

Riding the Ferris wheel is obviously a must.

I mean just look at this view, you can see the whole grounds from here, it looks crazy!

I'm feeling a little peckish again, so for 7 euros, I'm going for a typical German Bratwurst.

Finally I want to explore the Oide Wiesn, also known as the "historic Oktoberfest."

Now I'm checking out the nostalgic Oide Wiesn.

It's 4 euros entrance, but if you're on a really tight budget,

you can come after 9pm when it's free to enter.

Introduced for the festival's 200th anniversary in 2010, this section evokes the spirit of

what Oktoberfest used to be like. Here you'll find vintage attractions and a much more

relaxed atmosphere.

I also found those chocolate covered fruit that those girls recommended earlier.

I'll try some strawberries and bananas for 5 euros.

That was a good choice.

Another great thing about the Oide Wiesn is that the rides here cost just 1.50 euros!

So of course I've gotta get on one.

I'm a little dizzy now. That was way faster than I expected it to be!

Yeah, I need a second because my brain was just rattling around in my head.

After that adrenaline rush, it's time to enjoy another beer. As you'll see later, the beer

tents at the Oide Wiesn actually have room to dance inside! And I find them to be much

cozier, especially in the beer garden areas.

So I'm ending my time here with another beer, of course, and a big pretzel!

14.20 for the beer and 7.50 for the pretzel, which sets me over the budget just by 70 cents.

So I'd say, it is possible to enjoy Oktoberfest with 100 euros.

Prost!

I managed to do everything I had planned at Oktoberfest – and more.

And we were JUST barely over budget.

But most importantly, I had a blast!

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