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Niall Twamley is the Branded Experience Analyst at the Starwood Cork CCC office. This week, he takes us to Germany for some sporting history.
In 1972, Munich was a host city to the Olympic Games. The Olympiapark in the north of the city was the focal point of the games and even 30 years later, it's worth a visit. The area was landscaped using the rubble from World War 2, and the tent-like structures of the Olympic Stadium and its surrounding buildings look as striking today as when they were originally built. There are tours available of the Olympic Stadium where it is also possible to swim in the pool where Mark Spitz won his 7 gold medals at the 1972 Games. If the weather is good, fine views are to be had in the revolving restaurant atop the Olympiaturm. Guests at the Four Points by Sheraton Munich Olympiapark are right at the heart of all the Olympiapark area has to offer, as it is located in the former Olympic Village. There is also a subway stop close by putting the myriad of attractions in Munich's city centre and beyond within easy reach.
The Olympic Stadium was up until recently home to Munich's 2 top football (soccer) clubs TSV 1860 Munich and FC Bayern Munich. The 2 clubs have recently moved to the purpose built Allianz Arena in the suburb of Froettmaning to the north of the city. It is within easy reach by public transport from the city centre and on match days (Saturdays or Sundays from August to May), it is a great way to experience some local colour. Tickets to games are available from each club's website. The Allianz Arena is lit up at night in the colours of whatever team is playing at home that weekend and so is an interesting addition to the city's night time skyline.
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