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Oktoberfest is Germany’s most famous festival, but if you’ve never been, arranging a trip can be daunting. Here’s everything you need to know. Be prepared: it's much more than just beer and pretzels. Oktoberfest Started Over 200 Years Ago Back in 1810, Bavaria’s Crown