Servus, Oktoberfest drew a record 7.4 million visitors. Police called it largely peaceful, but logged more than 50 sexual-harassment reports and investigated five suspected rapes. DB’s €99.99 family fare becomes permanent in November, with tickets on sale October 26; Nuremberg’s first Gymnasium marks 500 years. Munich S-Bahn closures continue into November, while Frecciarossa service is planned from 2027.

1. Oktoberfest sets a new attendance record

The 2026 Oktoberfest drew 7.4 million visitors, 200,000 more than the previous record in 2023, even though that festival ran two days longer. Organizers said the grounds never became overcrowded, though some entrances were temporarily closed; police described a largely peaceful event, but recorded more than 50 reports of sexual harassment and investigated five suspected rapes.

Why this matters: If you live in Munich, the record crowds and occasional entrance closures are useful context for planning future visits, while the reported assaults underline the importance of looking out for your safety and others.

Source: BR24

2. Deutsche Bahn will make its family fare permanent

Deutsche Bahn plans to keep its summer family ticket as a permanent offer from November. A round trip for a family costs €99.99 and includes seat reservations on ICE high-speed trains; tickets go on sale October 26.

Why this matters: If your family travels from Bavaria by train, this could make trips elsewhere in Germany more affordable and easier to budget.

Source: BR24

3. Nuremberg marks 500 years of its first Gymnasium

An exhibition traces the history of Nuremberg’s first Gymnasium, an academically focused secondary school founded 500 years ago and later named after the reformer Philipp Melanchthon. It follows milestones in education from the school’s beginnings to the present day.

Why this matters: If you are raising children in Bavaria or are curious about the local school system, the exhibition offers historical context for the region’s education traditions.

Source: Nürnberger Nachrichten

4. S-Bahn construction work will disrupt Munich travel into November

Several construction projects are causing extended closures across Munich’s S-Bahn network, including a complete shutdown of the central trunk line. Disruptions are expected to continue into November, so passengers are advised to check current schedules.

Why this matters: If you rely on the S-Bahn to get around Munich or commute from nearby towns, check your route before travelling because usual connections may be unavailable.

Source: Abendzeitung München

5. Italy’s Frecciarossa is heading to Munich, with Nuremberg to follow

Italy’s Frecciarossa high-speed train is due to begin running between Munich, Milan and Rome in 2027, with Berlin and Nuremberg planned for 2028. The article explains why the new services will use Italy’s trains rather than Deutsche Bahn’s ICE trains.

Why this matters: For Bavaria residents planning trips to Italy, the new service could offer another rail option from Munich, with a direct connection planned for Nuremberg later.

Source: Nürnberger Nachrichten

Before you go: If you’re travelling through Munich, check S-Bahn schedules before setting out, as closures are expected to continue into November.