Oktoberfest in Munich and other warnings and dangers

Warnings and Dangers in Munich Oktoberfest

While Oktoberfest in Munich can certainly be quite a bit of fun, there are some things you should keep an eye out for. Like any big celebration with a ton of drinking, there are going to be some situations that can get out of control.

The police have bigger worries than petty theft

While the German police are certainly there to protect and serve, they are simply overwhelmed when talking about trying to protect and serve as many people as those who are going to be attending Oktoberfest. You need to watch your things and keep track of your family and friends. The police during this period of time are going to be trying to keep the peace and make sure no one gets hurt. There have been reports of people losing entire camera bags and purses when they were riding the train to get to the Oktoberfest site in Munich. If you do have something stolen, you shouldn’t expect to get much pity from the police stationed there.

The mugs are not free to the public

People are always looking for keepsakes and little treasures to take home with them after they go to something like Oktoberfest in Munich. People tend to think when they go to the tents in order to consume as much food and drink as humanly possible, that they are allowed to take the steins they drank from home. The fact of the matter is, most tents are going to be equipped with guards to stop you from taking these steins home. They are the property of those who put the event on.

Editor’s note: The information contained on this page was compiled using real traveler reviews about Oktoberfest in Munich.