Munich, 20 September 2024 - One day before the start of the Munich Oktoberfest, it is the perfect time for the Lufthansa traditional “Trachten” costume crew to take off again. Lufthansa flight attendants will take off from Munich to Osaka today, followed by the traditional costume flight to Johannesburg on September 30. For many years, it has been a tradition for the crew to wear traditional Bavarian garment on numerous European and German routes from Munich during the Oktoberfest season. In addition, Lufthansa ground staff at the gates in Munich Terminal 2 also greet their passengers in this traditional dress. Instead of the classic Lufthansa uniform, the ladies wear “dirndls” and the men traditional suits. 

The traditional clothing for the long-haul crew has again this year designed and tailored by the Munich-based traditional garment provider Angermaier. As in the previous year, the collection is certified according to “STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX”. All components and materials have been sustainably produced and processed. 

Tapping of the first beer keg and “After Wiesn Drinks” in the lounges 
The official start of the Oktoberfest, which is also known as “Wiesn”, will also be celebrated in the festively decorated lounges of Terminal 2: “O'zapft is” - the beer barrel is tapped. In addition to typical Bavarian beers, traditional dishes will create a Bavarian atmosphere. In the Business and Senator Lounges, the selection ranges from Munich potato soup to roast pork and steamed dumplings with vanilla sauce. 
Fine Bavarian dishes will also be served in the twoFirst Class lounges. These include Bavarian duck breast and sweet Oktoberfest delicacies. “After Wiesn” drinks, such as the fresh “Ingwer Shot”, will help you recover from a long day and get you ready for your flight. 

Oktoberfest delicacies above the clouds 
Just in time for the Wiesn season, Lufthansa is offering popular Oktoberfest specialties on board its aircraft. Until the end of September, crews will be serving Bavarian delicacies on selected long-haul flights from Frankfurt and Munich in all classes to get you in the mood for Oktoberfest. The selection ranges from roast chicken to mushroom ragout with pretzel dumplings and roasted almonds, as well as Oktoberfest chocolates. In Premium Economy and Economy Class, Nuremberg bratwurst is served with Bavarian cabbage and mashed potatoes. Bavarian cream with raspberries is also served in all classes. 

The right drinks are also part of the Oktoberfest experience on board. In addition to popular Bavarian beer varieties, another specialty will be served on European routes: the Lufthansa cocktail is now available in a limited edition as the “Avionic Wiesn Edition” – an aperitif with notes of juicy peach and fresh citrus fruits, as well as a subtle hint of wild meadow herbs and harmonious marigold. 

A small souvenir of Lufthansa's “Oktoberfest in the clouds” can also be taken home. Toothbrushes and other items needed during the flight are handed out in Premium Economy, Business and First Class on long-haul flights in small heart-shaped Oktoberfest bags, perfect for a visit to the Oktoberfest. 

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