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Breaking Economic News: Oktoberfest Devastation in Munich

September 15, 2008 at 9:00 AM | 1 Comment

Tragic news out of Germany: When Munich's fabulously beer-laden Oktoberfest kicks off on September 20, the beer will cost 5 percent more than last year.

Due to higher production costs, apparently, the average price of a stein of brew will set you back €8.13 (US$11.50), which is pretty expensive compared to many parts of the world.

But it's Oktoberfest, so you're paying for the atmosphere and those large-biceped women carrying a hundred steins as well. Scrape together your €8.13 and get to Munich quick--remember that once October comes around, Oktoberfest is all but over.

Related Stories:
· Beer Prices Go Up for Oktoberfest [The Age]
· Bring on the Beer, Oktoberfest's Here! [Jaunted]
· It's September, It Must Be Oktoberfest! [Jaunted]

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