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Munich Airport, Central Europe

(Ranked No. 5)

- By Our Correspond­ent

As the hub of Lufthansa, Munich Airport (MUC) is a key gateway to central Europe but is actually a place you could hang around a while too. Over the year, the airport hosts a range of seasonal events including winter ice skating, Christmas markets and, of course, Oktoberfes­t. Voted 6th best airport 2018 by Skytrax and 5th by Conde Nast, Munich Airport has over 150 retail outlets and 50 places to eat and drink. Named as the best airport in Europe, the facilities make you believe you’re in a bustling city centre, and not a faceless airport terminal. The onsite hotel, Hilton Munich, scooped third place in the best airport hotels 2018 from Skytrax too, so stopovers should be equally awesome.

At the airport

Featured services Enjoy your airport experience Catching up on work emails, shopping without boundaries, having fun and blowing off steam, or just kicking back and relaxing. Whether you're en route to a big meeting, setting off on a long-planned globetrott­ing tour, on holiday with the entire family, or just paying the airport a visit – Munich Airport has the perfect combinatio­n of amenities and services to meet every need. Tax-free shopping - How to get your VAT refund When you make a purchase in Germany, the price generally includes 19% VAT. If your place of residence is outside the EU and you take your purchases home with you, the VAT can be reimbursed. Here's how it works:Complete the export certificat­e for your purchases. Present the certificat­e along with your purchases and receipts at the customs office. You will also be required to present your passport and a plane ticket issued for the current date. Present the customs office confirmati­on at a Global Blue station at the airport. Here you can obtain your VAT reimbursem­ent Use our free Wi-Fi

Here's how:

Open a browser. Select the "Telekom" WiFi network in your browser settings. Register with your name and email address. And you're off! After registerin­g you'll receive an email. Click the link and enter the requested data to set up a permanent Wi-Fi account. That will make it even easier

to use the free Wi-Fi on your next visit to Munich Airport. Arrival & Departure - Car rental center - Pickup & return You are handed the car keys and papers at the car rental center. Please return the car at the car rental return, opposite to parking area P26 and north of P9. Just leave the car with the service crew just outside the entrance. The keys and papers stay in the car. You can leave your luggage with us - Would you like to enjoy shopping or dining at Munich Airport without being weighed down by your bags? Our Service Center staff in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 will be happy to keep them safe for you. The Service Center in Terminal 1 is open 24 hours a day. The Service Center in Terminal 2 is open daily from 5:00 am to midnight. Coat check - Make only what you need on your trip Are you taking off on a sun holiday? Would you like to leave your jacket or coat at the airport? At the Service Center you can check in items of clothing until you return. This will save you from carrying more luggage than you need.

Prices

Charge per cloakroom unit - (up to seven individual items) for the first Work & Relax Recreation Areas Passengers & VisitorsAt the airport Facilities & Services Recreation Area

Recharge your batteries

Looking for a place to lean back in a lounge chair, read an exciting novel or catch up on your email? In the Recreation Areas, waiting time can be wellness time or working time. Comfortabl­e lounge chairs, decorative plants and the special lighting create a restful atmosphere. In addition, USB ports are available for charging your electronic devices. Monitors let you keep an eye on your flight status. Access to the recreation areas is free of charge.

VipWing

Passengers & VisitorsAt the airportFac­ilities & Services Spacious facilities and excellent service Experience exclusive comfort and premium-class service before you ever leave the ground: You'll find both with Munich Airport's VIP Services. Enjoy relaxed, stress-free travel through the modern Vip Wing premium terminal. Internatio­nal ambiance combined with traditiona­l Bavarian comfort awaits you – regardless of your airline, ticket class or membership in a bonus program.

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