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15:38
Good Time and Alexander the Great
Start with a drink at Good Time and Alexander the Great. This popular pub serves mead in horns and plays a mix of music from Death Metal to classical. It is a short walk from the anchor and opens in the late afternoon, giving you plenty of time to settle in before the light changes.
16:08
Walk five minutes north to Schillerplatz. This central square is dominated by the Fastnachtsbrunnen and surrounded by historic buildings like the rococo-style Osteiner Hof and the Schönborner Hof. Find a spot on the edge of the square facing west.
16:53
Watch the sunset. On this date, the sun sets toward the WSW at 16:53. The golden light begins around 15:58, casting a warm glow on the historic facades of the square just before the sun dips below the horizon.
17:23
End the evening with a meal at Augustinerkeller. This classic German Gaststätte is located an eight-minute walk from the square. It offers typical German food with English translations on the menu and stays open until 22:00, making it a perfect spot to digest your sunset drink and enjoy a proper dinner.
Local tip
The square is a hub of activity, so arrive early to secure a good viewing angle. Augustinerkeller is a reliable choice for a full meal after the short walk.
Check before you go
- Good Time and Alexander the Great opens at 17:00 on weekdays and 18:00 on Sundays. On Saturdays it opens at 17:00 and stays open until 07:00. Ensure your arrival time aligns with these hours.
- Augustinerkeller is open from 12:00 to 22:00 on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. On Fridays and Saturdays, it stays open until 23:00.
Worth knowing
- Augustinerkeller is open at 17:23 only on Mo, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
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