Munich's neighborhood ambassadors

Every neighborhood in Munich has its own character, yet each is based on very similar core values: A sense of tradition, dynamism, diversity. Last year, author Sandra Michel asked some of Munich's neighborhood ambassadors to talk to her at the Pfistermühle restaurant for ALPS magazine. Peter Inselkammer, Managing Director of Platzl Betriebe, was also there as a representative of Munich's old town.
Every district has its very own treasure
The recognition value and attractiveness of a district is ultimately determined by its personalities and institutions. Anyone who has lived and worked there for a long time knows the insider tips and anecdotes that are typical of their neighborhood.
The old town around Platzl, for example, is a microcosm of urban life. Here, festively dressed opera-goers meet energetic backpackers, traditional inns meet modern bars. A walk leads from the Residenz to the Hofbräuhaus, past small stores such as the hat maker “Fatzke”, the jeweler Gilardy and the newly opened coffee roastery. The German Alpine Club, just a few steps away, underlines Munich's close connection to the mountains. Culturally, the district offers an impressive variety: from cabaret theaters such as the Schwabinger Vereinsheim to the Schlachthof for all those who like a good laugh.
Between change and stability
Something else that can be said about Munich and its neighborhoods: Some may lie dormant for a few years, but none of them ever fall into disrepair. The best example of this, according to restaurateur Wolfgang Hingerl, is the iconic Glockenbachviertel, which has been rather quiet for a few years but now has some exciting new places to offer. A similar spirit of optimism has been observed in the Platzlgassen over the last two years: Alongside the old stalwarts such as the Hofbräuhaus, “young and wild” places such as Bar Valentin and Restaurant Ornella know how to impress. Find out more in our magazine article.
Munich never stands still
The city thrives on its ability to preserve tradition while daring to try something new. This can be seen in details such as the dialect, traditional costumes and architectural projects. Carolin Engelhardt, for example, creates dirndls with Munich landmarks, while Claudia Pichler cultivates the dialect as a living cultural asset. The new suites in the Platzl Hotel are a perfect example: modern comfort embedded in historic walls that breathe the soul of Munich. Peter Inselkammer, who likes to wear lederhosen himself, embodies this balance between tradition and modernity. If you want to understand Munich, you have to experience its districts - each with its own history, stories and unmistakable atmosphere.
You can read the full interview here (in German only): Munich's neighborhood ambassadors for ALPS Magazine.