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What the Hippodrom Tent lacks in size, it makes up for in atmosphere. The Hippodrom is one of the smallest tents on the Wies'n, but not the newest. It celebrated it's 100th year in 2002! This tent is very popular with the young international crowd but caters as well to the local Bavarians. Many men and women wear the classic Trachten or traditional Bavarian outfits in this tent. It's also a good place to look out for popular film and television stars.
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| Up and until 1987, visitors were able to see and ride live horses inside the tent. Hence the name Hippodrom, which means "An arena for equestrian performances." I am unsure as to why this unique tradition was stopped.
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| Total capacity at the Hippodrom is 4200 persons, with 1000 of those "außen" or at outside Biergarten tables. With only 3200 seats inside, this tent is by far one of the coziest. The Bavarian word "Gemütlichkeit" must have been coined here! |
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