Biergarten
A biergarten, or beer garden, is an outdoor drinking establishment common in Bavaria and other German-speaking regions. It combines open-air seating with the serving of beer, typically at a brewery or beer hall, and it is known for long communal wooden tables, benches, and shade provided by trees, especially chestnut trees. Food offerings are usually simple snacks such as pretzels and sausages, and patrons may also bring light meals in some venues.
History and characteristics: Biergärten originated in Bavaria in the 18th and 19th centuries as outdoor spaces
Culture and operation: These venues emphasize sociability and community. Seating is typically on a first-come, first-served
Notable examples: Famous biergärten include the Chinesischer Turm beer garden in Munich’s English Garden and the