Munich: Small-Group Bike Tour with English Garden & Beer Garden

Summary

Cycle through Munich’s heart past plazas, gardens, and riverside life

You’ll ride quiet bike paths through Munich’s plazas and parks with a local guide who knows every shortcut. Watch surfers at Eisbach Wave, relax in the English Garden, and (if weather allows) stop for a drink at the famous Chinese Tower beer garden. It’s an easygoing way to see what makes Munich tick — not just sights but rhythms.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I thought biking in a new city would feel hectic — but Munich is oddly peaceful on two wheels. Our guide Max met us outside the old Mullersches Volksbad (the building’s got these faded yellow tiles I kept staring at) and just like that, we were off. It wasn’t rushed; he waited for everyone to get comfy on their bikes before weaving us toward King’s Square. The air smelled faintly like fresh bread from somewhere nearby — or maybe that was wishful thinking since I skipped breakfast.

We coasted past Ludwig’s grand squares and then through university crowds—students sitting on steps, laughing in German that sounded almost musical. Max pointed out a statue I’d never have noticed (he called it “Munich’s unofficial meeting point,” which made me wonder how many first dates had started there). At Odeonsplatz, sunlight bounced off the pale stone so bright I squinted; someone in our group tried to pronounce it “Oh-dee-on-splats” and got a gentle correction from Max. He grinned a lot — you could tell he liked showing off his city.

The Eisbach Wave was wild — actual surfers in wetsuits riding a river wave right in the middle of the park. We watched for a bit; it smelled green and damp under the trees and there was this weird mix of applause and rushing water. Then we rolled into the English Garden itself, which is huge — honestly bigger than I expected for an inner-city park. If you’re doing this Munich small-group bike tour hoping for nature, you’ll get it. We stopped at the Chinese Tower beer garden (weather held out!), where locals clinked steins under chestnut trees. I tried to order a Radler in German; the server laughed but handed me one anyway.

By the time we circled back to Mullersches Volksbad, my legs were tired but in that good way — like you’ve actually seen something instead of just ticking boxes. There’s something about moving slow enough to notice little things: cyclists nodding hello, sunlight flickering through leaves, even the way people linger over lunch here. I still think about that river wave sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Munich bike tour highlights

• Meet guide at starting location
• Visit King's Square (Königsplatz)
• See Germany's highest ranked university
• Explore Odeonsplatz square
• Watch surfers at Eisbach Wave
• Ride through English Garden park
• Stop at Chinese Tower Beer Garden
• Return to ending location

Top questions

How long is the Munich small-group bike tour?

The tour covers several hours as you cycle key spots including parks and plazas before returning to Mullersches Volksbad.

Is there a stop at a beer garden during the tour?

Yes, if weather allows there’s a stop at the Chinese Tower beer garden in the English Garden.

Are bikes provided for this Munich bike tour?

Yes, use of bicycle is included as part of your booking.

Where does the tour start and end?

The meeting point and ending location are both at Mullersches Volksbad.

Is this bike tour suitable for all fitness levels?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels but not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.

What are some highlights along the route?

You’ll visit King’s Square (Königsplatz), Odeonsplatz, Eisbach Wave with surfers, and ride through the English Garden.

Is public transportation available near the meeting point?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby Mullersches Volksbad.

Can children join this small-group bike tour?

No children options are available; minimum height to attend is 160cm (about 5ft 3in).

What’s included

Your day includes use of a comfortable bicycle for exploring Munich’s highlights with an expert local guide leading your small group along safe paths. Weather permitting, you’ll pause at the lively Chinese Tower beer garden inside the English Garden before looping back to where you started at Mullersches Volksbad.