踏上慕尼黑啤酒節前必須知道的五件事情
Five Things You Must Know Before Going to Munich Oktoberfest
計畫前往慕尼黑啤酒節？除了穿上傳統 dirndl （巴伐利亞女性傳統服飾）和上傳自拍照，還有許多方式可以讓你真正融入啤酒節和巴伐利亞文化。拜託！別再只依賴 Instagram 照片做功課了，讓我們一同探索這個獨特的體驗吧！
Oktoberfest 十月慶典？喔不！是九月
啤酒節每年的日期不定，約在九月中旬至十月初，於慕尼黑特蕾西亞草坪（Theresienwiese）舉行。2023 年的慕尼黑啤酒節已於 9 月 16 日開始，將一路舉辦至 10 月 3 日。慕尼黑啤酒節（Oktoberfest）儘管名稱中包含「十月」（October），實際上主要是在九月舉行。這一切不意外的，又是因為它的歷史和傳統起源。
慕尼黑啤酒節始於 1810 年，當時巴伐利亞國王路德維希一世（Ludwig Karl August）娶了德國公主特蕾西亞·馬薩查（Theresia Massacher）為妻。為了慶祝這場皇室婚禮，慕尼黑市政府於 10 月 12 日舉辦了一個大規模的慶祝活動，並邀請整個城市的居民參加。這次慶祝活動包括飲食、音樂、賽馬等各種娛樂活動。活動的成功使其成為一年一度的傳統慶典，他們更將當時的賽馬活動場地以皇后特蕾西亞（Theresia）命名，爾後，特蕾西亞草坪（Theresienwiese）也被作為啤酒節的舉辦場地。而為了確保更好的天氣和更長的日照時間，以便在室外擺放大型啤酒帳篷和遊樂設施，啤酒節的日期也被提前到九月。
我的第一首德語歌
這大概是我第一首會唱的德語歌吧！不管你在哪個啤酒帳篷裡，你絕對有機會聽到這首歌〈Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit〉。
Ein Prosit, ein Prosit
Der Gemütlichkeit
Ein Prosit, ein Prosit
Der GemütlichkeitOANS ZWOA DREI, G'SUFFA!
（翻譯）
乾杯，乾杯
這份舒適的愉悅
乾杯，乾杯
這份舒適的愉悅一，二，三，喝光！
Prosit 是巴伐利亞方言乾杯的意思，gemütlichkeit 代表愉悅的時光。整首歌重複這句歌詞，加上最後一句"OANS ZWOA DREI, G'SUFFA!"，則是數一、二、三，用來鼓舞大家喝光杯中的啤酒。除了這首歌，還有很多其他帶有押韻的歌曲，像是：allee allee allee 和 Zicke Zacke Zicke Zacke Hoi Hoi Hoi。擔心自己沒有辦法融入？別怕，還有以下世界金曲也是啤酒節帳篷裡的熱門曲目。
Robbie Williams - Angels
Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
Four Non Blondes - What's Up
John Denver - (Take Me Home) Country Roads
Neil Diamond - Sweet Caroline
Doris Day und Frank De Vol - Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera Sera)
如果你聽到這些歌，快拿起酒杯，跟著一起大聲唱吧！
要穿什麼前往派對
在你迫不及待想要在啤酒節買醉時，有些人還在為「我要穿什麼去參加啤酒節？」而苦惱。傳統上，男性會穿著鹿皮製成的皮褲（Lederhosen），通常搭配一件簡單的棉襯衫或長袖襯衫，再加上一條皮革製的腰帶。而女性則會穿上傳統的巴伐利亞女性服飾（Dirndl），這包括連身裙、短上衣、絲帶和圍裙。為了入境隨俗，不少遊客也會選擇穿上巴伐利亞傳統服飾前往啤酒節參與狂歡。
走在慕尼黑的街上，你不難發現專賣傳統服飾的店面，從一件 20 歐元到 2000 歐元。除了布料、剪裁、顏色挑選外，在選擇 Dirndl 時，文化尊重的原則值得牢記。傳統上，連身裙的長度建議及膝。這不僅是為了符合傳統，還有助於你在啤酒節上跳舞、玩樂更加自在。
傳統服飾僅是選擇之一，你也可以穿著自己舒適的衣服前往。
一個適合所有人的嘉年華
除了你想得到的雲霄飛車、自由落體和碰碰車，這裡還有許多酷到不行的設施，Toboggan（滑道）即是其中之一。
站在傳送帶上，你必須保持平衡並向上滑行八公尺，我知道向上滑行聽起來不太合理，但幾杯啤酒下肚後，又有什麼是做不到的？然後爬上旋轉樓梯，雙腳套進麻布袋並在理性恢復前滑下木製滑梯。
當然，觀看這些遊戲和親自體驗同樣有趣！
聽起來很不錯！但我要注意些什麼
入口設有安檢，禁止攜帶背包和大包包。把不需要慶祝的東西留在家裡。（隨身包最大容量為 3 公升，且尺寸不得超過 20 公分 x 15 公分 x 10 公分。）
飲料可攜帶，但不能帶入帳篷／啤酒花園。另外，在帳篷／啤酒花園飲用的啤酒也請不要攜帶出帳外和花園外。
理性飲酒！啤酒節提供的是一個 Maß （發音為"mass"，意為大量）容量大小的啤酒，容量約為 1 公升。酒精濃度約為 5% - 6%，一杯一杯喝下肚，醉意很快就會來襲。
餐飲並不便宜！2023年啤酒節的啤酒價格約在 12.60 歐元至 14.90 歐元之間，比去年平均上漲6.12%。
女生也想安心享受！「Sichere Wiesn」計畫為前往啤酒節的女性提供保障。活動現場在服務中心靠近巴伐利亞雕像的 Erste Hilfe（急救）入口處的 Schottenhamel 帳篷後方，設有「安全空間」（Safe Space）。任何處於緊急情況、感到不安全、迷失方向或受到威脅的女孩或婦女都可以尋求支持。例如，任何失去朋友、鑰匙或方向的人都可以放心地向「安全空間」的工作人員求助。
在這個充滿歡樂和文化的活動中，你現在已經掌握了幾個快速融入啤酒節和巴伐利亞文化的秘訣。無論是在九月還是十月，這個盛大的慕尼黑啤酒節總是等待著各地的遊客。穿著正確的服裝，學唱一首德語歌，享受刺激的遊樂設施，但也請記住理性飲酒，以確保你能夠全身而退。記住，放下手機，去親身體驗！
更多資訊，請參考：
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Planning to visit the Munich Oktoberfest? Besides wearing the traditional dirndl (Bavarian women's traditional attire) and taking selfies, there are numerous ways to truly immerse yourself in the Oktoberfest and Bavarian culture. Please, forget about what you’ve seen on Instagram. Let's explore this unique experience together!
Oktoberfest, October Celebration? Wait! It's September!
The Oktoberfest's dates vary each year but typically fall in mid-September to early October. This grand event takes place on the Theresienwiese meadow in Munich. The 2023 Munich Oktoberfest has begun on September 16th and will run until October 3rd. Despite its name containing "October," the Munich Oktoberfest is primarily held in September. This might not come as a surprise, due to its historical and traditional origins.
The Munich Oktoberfest originated in 1810 when Bavarian King Ludwig I (Ludwig Karl August) married Princess Theresia Massacher. To celebrate this royal wedding, the Munich city government organized a large-scale celebration on October 12th, inviting the entire city's residents. This celebration included food, music, horse racing, and various entertainment activities. The event's success turned it into an annual traditional festival, and the former horse racing grounds were later named after Queen Theresia, eventually becoming the Theresienwiese meadow, the current venue for the Oktoberfest. To ensure better weather and longer daylight hours for outdoor beer tents and rides, the Oktoberfest's dates were moved up to September.
My First German Song
This is probably the first German song I can sing! No matter which beer tent you're in, you'll definitely have the chance to hear this song, "Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit."
Ein Prosit, ein Prosit
Der Gemütlichkeit
Ein Prosit, ein Prosit
Der GemütlichkeitOANS ZWOA DREI, G'SUFFA!
(Translate)
Cheers, cheers,
this pleasant delight.
Cheers, cheers,
this pleasant delight.One, two, three, bottoms up!
"Prosit" means cheers in Bavarian dialect, and "gemütlichkeit" represents a pleasant time. The entire song repeats this line, and at the end, "OANS ZWOA DREI, G'SUFFA!" means counting one, two, three, to encourage everyone to finish their beer. Besides this song, there are many other rhyming songs like "allee allee allee" and "Zicke Zacke Zicke Zacke Hoi Hoi Hoi." Still worried about not fitting in? Don't be, as the following international hits are also popular in Oktoberfest tents.
Robbie Williams - Angels
Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
Four Non Blondes - What's Up
John Denver - (Take Me Home) Country Roads
Neil Diamond - Sweet Caroline
Doris Day und Frank De Vol - Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera Sera)
If you hear these songs, grab your beer and sing along!
What to Wear to the Party?
While you're eagerly looking forward to enjoying the Oktoberfest, some people are still pondering over "What should I wear to attend the party?" Traditionally, men opt for leather shorts (Lederhosen), typically paired with a simple cotton shirt or long-sleeved shirt, and a leather belt. On the other hand, women wear traditional Bavarian female attire known as the Dirndl, which includes a one-piece dress, a short blouse, ribbons, and an apron. To blend in, many visitors also choose to dress in Bavarian traditional attire when heading to the Oktoberfest for the festivities.
Walking down the streets of Munich, you'll easily spot shops specialized in traditional clothing, with prices ranging from 20 euros to 2000 euros. Besides considerations like fabric, tailoring, and color choice, when selecting a Dirndl, it's important to adhere to the principles of cultural respect. Traditionally, the length of the dress is recommended to be knee-length. This guideline not only aligns with tradition but also allows for more comfortable dancing and enjoyment at the Oktoberfest.
Traditional attire is just one option, and you can also wear your comfortable clothes when attending the festival.
A Carnival for Everyone
In addition to the adrenaline-pumping roller coasters, free-fall rides, and bumper cars you'd expect, there are plenty of cool amusement rides here, and Toboggan is one of them.
Standing on the conveyor belt, you need to maintain your balance and slide up eight meters. I know, sliding upwards might not make any sense, but after a few beers, what can't you do, right? Then, you climb up the spiral staircase, slip your feet into a burlap sack, and slide down a wooden chute before regaining your composure.
Of course, whether you're watching these games or experiencing them firsthand, it's both a lot of fun!
Sounds Great! But What Should I Keep in Mind?
There are security checks at the entrance, and backpacks and large bags are not allowed. Leave unnecessary items at home. (The maximum capacity for a small bag is 3 liters, with dimensions not exceeding 20 cm x 15 cm x 10 cm.)
You can bring your own drinks, but they are not allowed inside the tents or beer gardens. Additionally, please refrain from taking beer from the tents or beer gardens outside.
Drink responsibly! The beer served at the Oktoberfest comes in a Maß (pronounced "mass"), which is about 1 liter. It has an alcohol content of approximately 5% - 6%, so be mindful not to overindulge, as intoxication can quickly set in.
Food and drinks can be a bit pricey! In 2023, beer prices at the Oktoberfest range from 12.60 euros to 14.90 euros, which is an average increase of 6.12% compared to last year.
Ladies, safety matters too! The "Sichere Wiesn" (Safe Oktoberfest) program offers security for women attending the festival. At the service center near the Bavaria statue, behind the Schottenhamel tent's Erste Hilfe (First Aid) entrance, you'll find a "Safe Space." This space is available for girls and women in emergencies, when feeling unsafe, lost, or threatened.
In this joyful and culturally rich event, you've now learned a few quick secrets to blend in seamlessly with the Oktoberfest and Bavarian culture. Whether it's September or October, this grand Munich Beer Festival awaits visitors from all around. Dress appropriately, learn a German song, enjoy thrilling rides, but also remember to drink responsibly to ensure you make it home safely. Remember, put down your phone and go experience it firsthand!
For more information,
Oktoberfest Official Site