Driving to Munich

cheezemonkhai · 22-09-2007, 12:45

Right I'm bored and thinking of driving over to Munich to see a friend out there, so obvious questions:

- What do you need to have in the car (warning triangle, spare bulbs, first aid and high vis + 3mm tyres?)

- Anywhere worth stopping off on the way apart from the ring

- How much is fuel over there and anybody any idea how many Euro you would need for a 4-5 day trip.

WW_VRS · 22-09-2007, 13:15

Fuel on diesel side is a fair bit cheaper, about 30% IIRC. Petrol is about the same from what I recall but you've got derv anyway

How are you planning to travel there, i.e. do the Speedferries thing?

cheezemonkhai · 22-09-2007, 13:18

Ferry from here to either Calais or Dunkirk, then hit the road and go for it.

Flights are stupidly expensive and i figure why not

WW_VRS · 22-09-2007, 13:36

By using speedferries you will save a fortune on the crossing part of the trip, it adds about 30 mins IIRC from when I went there last time.

Fuel cost is quite low, even at motorways

Hedge · 22-09-2007, 14:07

If you are going o Munich in the next 2 weeks then I guess you will be checking out this Oktoberfest.de - The Wiesn Website | Homepage.

Beer and roller coasters such a fantastic idea.

Makefish · 22-09-2007, 14:12

According to VRStu, you would be mad not to visit Audi factory and from what I have seen of his pics etc. I would agree. Makes the Skoda one look totally inadequate in comparison.

Audi Tour

**VRStu** · 22-09-2007, 14:12

Audi Factory at Ingolstadt is a must. They do several tours a day but only 1 english speaking one which is mid day.

Audi Worldwide > Company > Audi Forums > Ingolstadt

We booked a hotel via Last Minute.com which was really good.

Petr · 22-09-2007, 19:56

good sites for hotels:travelres.com: 210,000 Hotels Worldwide + For Business & Leisure + Internet Bestprices + Free Booking

Etap Hotel: online budget hotel reservation for business or leisure

Wet Kipper · 22-09-2007, 21:06

You could always stop in Stuttgart on the way:
Porsche Museum

Merc Museum

WW_VRS · 22-09-2007, 21:10

Just checked, got a spare warning triangle, and pretty sure first aid kit too. High vis jacket at home IIRC. Drop me a line, can borrow it if you like.

As for bulb kit, you need a suitable bulb for your headlights, side lights arent essential IIRC, indicators/brake lights and normal rear lights need to work.

pixi · 23-09-2007, 13:19

I will ask Mr P if he has anything to add as he's done this trip many a time.

postmanpat · 23-09-2007, 17:01

Just about to set off for the south of France

, Dover-Dunkirk on Norfolk line, totally inadequate ferry facilities but only £43 return

, visiting Millau early in week, should be on the ring Wednesday eve, and possibly Thurs, but can't really afford to miss 10pm ferry this time

cheezemonkhai · 23-09-2007, 17:18

I have a friend who lives near Munich, so should be staying at her place for a few nights saying on the hotel. She mentioned Oktoberfest too, so I think that, the Audi factory and a certain de restricted toll road will be on the list.

I'm currently trying to get the European maps for a TomTom one and a visit to the dealer to pick up a bulb kit and I think I have the rest covered

WW_VRS · 23-09-2007, 17:24

Welcome to SpeedFerries - Ferry between Britain and France

Hedge · 23-09-2007, 17:58

If you are there next weekend and like Rugby then pop along to the Oktoberfest 7's and say hi from me.
MRFC

**roo** · 23-09-2007, 18:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by WW_VRS

Welcome to SpeedFerries - Ferry between Britain and France

Norfolkline is cheaper

Makefish · 23-09-2007, 18:47

PP, have a great time mate, you deserve it

When are you off to Munich Mark?

lfc958 · 23-09-2007, 21:02

Munich has the BMW building, with the bubble cars in there, that is also worth visiting.

***Neo_VR*** · 23-09-2007, 21:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by cheezemonkhai

I have a friend who lives near Munich, so should be staying at her place for a few nights saying on the hotel. She mentioned Oktoberfest too, so I think that, the Audi factory and a certain de restricted toll road will be on the list.

I'm currently trying to get the European maps for a TomTom one and a visit to the dealer to pick up a bulb kit and I think I have the rest covered

Is she fit?

WW_VRS · 23-09-2007, 21:20

- thought I'd get that one in quick

cheezemonkhai · 24-09-2007, 00:12

There's always one... or two in this case

Now gone

Before you ask, no you can't have their phone numbers or addresses and no they are not single; although whether that would stop some people

cheezemonkhai · 24-09-2007, 00:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by lfc958

Munich has the BMW building, with the bubble cars in there, that is also worth visiting.

I'll stay away from the dealers and factories or there is a real risk I'd go in a Skoda and come back in a BMW.

anonymouse · 24-09-2007, 00:16

Typical - failed coup, runs off to save his neck

Have a good time

anonymouse · 24-09-2007, 00:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by cheezemonkhai

I'll stay away from the dealers and factories or there is a real risk I'd go in a Skoda and come back in a BMW.

Be a real bummer that

I think the Bangles would go with your handbag collection

anonymouse · 24-09-2007, 00:45

PM sent

22-09-2007, 12:45	#1
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 15,575 Members Car: Thanks: 111 Thanked 512 Times in 475 Posts	Driving to Munich Right I'm bored and thinking of driving over to Munich to see a friend out there, so obvious questions: - What do you need to have in the car (warning triangle, spare bulbs, first aid and high vis + 3mm tyres?) - Anywhere worth stopping off on the way apart from the ring - How much is fuel over there and anybody any idea how many Euro you would need for a 4-5 day trip. __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

22-09-2007, 13:15	#2
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,864 Members Car: Ford Escort 1.6LX + Fab Estate Thanks: 46 Thanked 85 Times in 75 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich Fuel on diesel side is a fair bit cheaper, about 30% IIRC. Petrol is about the same from what I recall but you've got derv anyway How are you planning to travel there, i.e. do the Speedferries thing? __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

22-09-2007, 13:18	#3
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 15,575 Members Car: Thanks: 111 Thanked 512 Times in 475 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich Ferry from here to either Calais or Dunkirk, then hit the road and go for it. Flights are stupidly expensive and i figure why not __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

22-09-2007, 13:36	#4
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,864 Members Car: Ford Escort 1.6LX + Fab Estate Thanks: 46 Thanked 85 Times in 75 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich By using speedferries you will save a fortune on the crossing part of the trip, it adds about 30 mins IIRC from when I went there last time. Fuel cost is quite low, even at motorways __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

22-09-2007, 14:07	#5
Hedge FORE!!!! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: North East Hants Posts: 2,052 Members Car: Shanks Pony Thanks: 45 Thanked 74 Times in 71 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich If you are going o Munich in the next 2 weeks then I guess you will be checking out this Oktoberfest.de - The Wiesn Website \| Homepage. Beer and roller coasters such a fantastic idea. __________________

22-09-2007, 14:12	#6
Makefish Ex-Moddy Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Hampshire Posts: 8,277 Members Car: Golf PD105 Thanks: 187 Thanked 248 Times in 184 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich According to VRStu, you would be mad not to visit Audi factory and from what I have seen of his pics etc. I would agree. Makes the Skoda one look totally inadequate in comparison. Audi Tour __________________ Superchips Bluefin only £390 @ JKM http://www.jkm.org.uk/performance/bluefinxmas2008.htm

22-09-2007, 14:12	#7
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,847 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 145 Thanked 999 Times in 895 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich Audi Factory at Ingolstadt is a must. They do several tours a day but only 1 english speaking one which is mid day. Audi Worldwide > Company > Audi Forums > Ingolstadt We booked a hotel via Last Minute.com which was really good. __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

22-09-2007, 19:56	#8
Petr Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sheffield & Czech Republic Posts: 189 Members Car: Thanks: 15 Thanked 12 Times in 10 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich good sites for hotels:travelres.com: 210,000 Hotels Worldwide + For Business & Leisure + Internet Bestprices + Free Booking Etap Hotel: online budget hotel reservation for business or leisure

22-09-2007, 21:06	#9
Wet Kipper Race Blue 82 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: West Lothian Posts: 1,465 Members Car: Fabia vRS Ltd Edition Thanks: 17 Thanked 24 Times in 22 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich You could always stop in Stuttgart on the way: Porsche Museum Merc Museum

22-09-2007, 21:10	#10
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,864 Members Car: Ford Escort 1.6LX + Fab Estate Thanks: 46 Thanked 85 Times in 75 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich Just checked, got a spare warning triangle, and pretty sure first aid kit too. High vis jacket at home IIRC. Drop me a line, can borrow it if you like. As for bulb kit, you need a suitable bulb for your headlights, side lights arent essential IIRC, indicators/brake lights and normal rear lights need to work. __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

23-09-2007, 13:19	#11
pixi Naughty Pix! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Writing in these boxes is soooo last year! Posts: 6,307 Members Car: 06 Fabia vrs Thanks: 106 Thanked 93 Times in 51 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich I will ask Mr P if he has anything to add as he's done this trip many a time. __________________

23-09-2007, 17:18	#13
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 15,575 Members Car: Thanks: 111 Thanked 512 Times in 475 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich I have a friend who lives near Munich, so should be staying at her place for a few nights saying on the hotel. She mentioned Oktoberfest too, so I think that, the Audi factory and a certain de restricted toll road will be on the list. I'm currently trying to get the European maps for a TomTom one and a visit to the dealer to pick up a bulb kit and I think I have the rest covered __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

23-09-2007, 17:24	#14
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,864 Members Car: Ford Escort 1.6LX + Fab Estate Thanks: 46 Thanked 85 Times in 75 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich Welcome to SpeedFerries - Ferry between Britain and France __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

23-09-2007, 17:58	#15
Hedge FORE!!!! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: North East Hants Posts: 2,052 Members Car: Shanks Pony Thanks: 45 Thanked 74 Times in 71 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich If you are there next weekend and like Rugby then pop along to the Oktoberfest 7's and say hi from me. MRFC __________________

23-09-2007, 18:47	#17
Makefish Ex-Moddy Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Hampshire Posts: 8,277 Members Car: Golf PD105 Thanks: 187 Thanked 248 Times in 184 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich PP, have a great time mate, you deserve it When are you off to Munich Mark? __________________ Superchips Bluefin only £390 @ JKM http://www.jkm.org.uk/performance/bluefinxmas2008.htm

23-09-2007, 21:02	#18
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23-09-2007, 21:20	#20
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,864 Members Car: Ford Escort 1.6LX + Fab Estate Thanks: 46 Thanked 85 Times in 75 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich - thought I'd get that one in quick __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

24-09-2007, 00:12	#21
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 15,575 Members Car: Thanks: 111 Thanked 512 Times in 475 Posts	Re: Driving to Munich There's always one... or two in this case Now gone Before you ask, no you can't have their phone numbers or addresses and no they are not single; although whether that would stop some people __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment. Last edited by cheezemonkhai; 01-10-2007 at 13:25.

24-09-2007, 00:16	#23
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