The cleanest, calmest major airport in Europe and the gateway to everything in this guide. Lufthansa, Eurowings, Turkish Airlines and most legacy carriers fly in here. Into Munich centre: take the S1 or S8 S-Bahn (40 minutes, around €13) or a taxi (€70–90). Ride-share apps work but availability is patchy at peak times. Pick up your rental car here on Day 3 — counters at both terminals open early and Sixt usually has the best fleet for German road conditions. Pro tip for Day 6: if your flight home is in the evening, leave Berchtesgaden by 3pm to clear the alpine drive without rushing.