21/09/2024 13:40 (UTC)

Munich Oktoberfest kicks off with strict security checks

Munich (Germany), Sep 21 (EFE).- The 189th edition of the Oktoberfest, considered one of the largest popular festivals in the world, opened Saturday in Munich, southern Germany, amid tight security controls.

Since the early hours of the morning some visitors, mostly young people dressed in traditional Bavarian costumes, had queued up waiting for the venue to open to rush in and grab places at the best tables, according to tradition.

CAMERA: ANNA SZILAGYI.

FOOTAGE OF THE OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION IN MUNICH.

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Date: 21/09/2024 13:36 (UTC)
Credit: EFE
Source: EPA
Topic: Arts, culture and entertainment
Type: Rough cut
Duration: 137 seconds
Reference: 7001399949
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