Originally Posted by
chevy454
Our STL-->MUC-->JMK flight got changed and we're currently looking at a ~6hr layover in MUC. However, there is a slightly earlier flight that would allow ~8hr layover in MUC; we flew into MUC a couple years ago and took the train to Venice and spent a few hours in Munich and loved it. So my questions:
- what is involved in leaving/rentering security/customs at MUC?
- are our layovers too tight to see any sights in MUC?
- would it be worth it?
I did a search and read some older threads that referenced an MUC layover thread that was a dead link
As long as you're fully vaxxed there should be no issues with entering Germany. You no longer have to complete a form so it's just a question of showing proof of vaccination. Marienplatz is about 40 minutes by train from the airport (every 20 mins) so even if it takes 90 mins for immigration and travel you could certainly see a bit of the centre/go shopping, have something to eat and get back on the train in time for your connection, or even squeeze in a more focused trip eg to the Olympiapark. As the MUC-JMK leg would be a Schengen trip, there's just no passport control, just security. You could reckon on a solid 4 hours in the city if there are no delays to your inbound flight.
If you're coming in the warmer months I'd definitely favour a drink in a beergarden over sitting in the airport!