Lufthansa and Munich Airport have expanded their joint Lufthansa Stopover Program to passengers travelling from India, China, Japan, South Korea and Thailand, enabling travellers to extend their layover in Munich and explore the Bavarian capital and surrounding region.
The initiative, which was launched earlier this year for passengers from Singapore and the United States, is now available across five additional international markets.
Under the programme, eligible Lufthansa passengers transiting through Munich can turn their connection into a short stay of between 24 hours and seven days, providing an opportunity to experience Munich and other parts of Bavaria before continuing their journey.
The Stopover Program currently brings together 12 partners offering services and experiences across accommodation, car rentals, sightseeing and shopping. Travellers can plan their stopover according to the length of their stay and individual interests.
The initiative is aimed at positioning Munich as more than a transit hub by encouraging international passengers to incorporate the city and Bavaria into their travel itineraries.
Heiko Reitz, Lufthansa Executive Board Member and Hub Manager Munich, said, “Many passengers want to do more than just transfer at our hub; they want to discover Munich and Bavaria as an additional travel destination. With the Lufthansa Stopover Program, we offer the opportunity to enrich their air travel with an extra destination, allowing them to experience local culture, cuisine, and tourist attractions. In the long term, we plan to expand the program to include further markets and tourism partners, offering international travelers an even wider range of attractive options in Munich and Bavaria.”
Jost Lammers, CEO of Munich Airport, said, “Bavaria is one of Germany’s most popular travel destinations. Through the stopover program, we are working with Lufthansa to create additional opportunities to attract international travelers to Munich and the region. Local tourism providers and other businesses stand to benefit from this. The project demonstrates how Munich Airport and Lufthansa can link international demand with what the region has to offer.”