Munich Oktoberfest concludes after drawing record visitor numbers

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Munich's Oktoberfest wrapped up a historic run, hosting a record 7.4 million visitors.

Munich's traditional autumn festival concluded this weekend after attracting a record 7.4 million visitors. Attendees consumed roughly 6.7 million one-litre mugs of beer during the sixteen-day celebration. Most guests originated domestically, alongside international visitors from the United States, Italy, and Austria.

This year's attendance surpassed all previous editions in the festival's history.
Beer consumption increased by 2.7 per cent compared to the previous year.
International attendees included significant numbers of travellers from North America and neighbouring European countries.

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7.4Mfestival visitors

6.7M lmugs of beer served

16 daysevent duration

2.7%increase in beer consumption

Why it matters

Oktoberfest is the world's largest Volksfest, drawing millions of tourists annually and serving as a major economic driver for the regional hospitality and tourism sectors.

What outlets agree on

Both sources confirm that Oktoberfest drew 7.4 million visitors and served 6.7 million litres of beer over the sixteen-day event.

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