This is the definitive achievement guide for 101 Cats in Munich, providing a clear path to unlocking all 114 achievements in the game. The vast majority of these (101, to be exact) are tied to finding each individual cat hidden throughout the beautifully hand-drawn cityscape. The remaining 13 are special achievements awarded for solving unique puzzles, completing minigames, or discovering specific secrets. This guide breaks down everything you need for that coveted 100% completion.
Most achievements are simply named after the cat you find, like "Find Klaus" or "Find Sabine." The final achievement, "Cat Capital of Bavaria," unlocks after finding all 101. The game is a single, large, scrollable map, but for clarity, we've divided the hunt into Munich's most recognizable districts.
The Main Hunt: Finding All 101 Cats
There are no missable achievements in 101 Cats in Munich. You can hunt for them at your own pace. The game's generous zoom function is your best friend, but some cats are cleverly disguised as part of the architecture or hidden behind interactive elements. Below is a breakdown of the regions and tips for the most deviously hidden felines in each.
Marienplatz & Old Town (35 Cats)
The city's central square and the surrounding historic buildings are dense with hiding spots. Look for cats peeking from windows, disguised as gargoyles, or napping on signs. The New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus) alone is home to nearly a dozen.
Tricky Finds:
- Glocke: This cat is hidden inside the Rathaus-Glockenspiel. You must wait for the clock's performance to finish (or click the clock face to trigger it). Glocke will appear in one of the windows with the dancing figures for a few seconds.
- Spiel: Tucked away behind the fish fountain (Fischbrunnen). Its tail is disguised as a trickle of water.
- Marien: This white cat is camouflaged against the stone of the Marian Column (Mariensäule) in the center of the square. You'll need to zoom in significantly to spot its outline.
- Säule: Perched atop the helmet of one of the four knightly figures at the base of the Marian Column.
- Viktualia: Not in the market proper, but hiding in the beer stein held by the statue of Karl Valentin near the edge of the square.
Infographic map of Marienplatz showing four hard-to-find cat locations.
Englischer Garten (30 Cats)
Munich's massive urban park offers a different kind of challenge, with cats hidden in the foliage, along the Eisbach river, and around its famous landmarks. Use the tree lines and shadows to your advantage.
Tricky Finds:
- Englischer: Camouflaged in the thatched roof of the Chinese Tower (Chinesischer Turm). Its stripes blend in perfectly with the straw.
- Welle: This is a tough one. Find the standing wave on the Eisbach river. A tiny cat, Welle, is riding a miniature surfboard among the human surfers. You have to click the cat, not the board.
- Monopteros: Hiding in the shadows at the very top of the Monopteros temple. You can only see its glowing eyes unless you adjust the game's brightness settings or wait for the day/night cycle to change.
- Biergarten: Napping inside one of the empty beer mugs on a table at the Chinese Tower beer garden. You have to click the mug to tilt it and reveal the cat.
Museum Quarter (20 Cats)
The area around the Alte Pinakothek, Neue Pinakothek, and Pinakothek der Moderne is crawling with artistic felines. Many are integrated into the modern art installations or classic architectural features.
Tricky Finds:
- Pinzel: Disguised as a brushstroke in a large abstract painting on an outdoor banner advertising the Pinakothek der Moderne.
- Alte: This cat is rendered in the style of an old masters painting, sitting in the lap of a figure in a replica painting visible through a museum window.
- Moderne: A geometric, cubist-style cat that forms part of the metal framework of a sculpture outside the Neue Pinakothek. Its angular shape makes it very difficult to spot.
Viktualienmarkt & Surrounds (16 Cats)
The city's bustling open-air food market is the final primary hunting ground. Cats are hidden amongst fruit displays, inside baskets, and near the various maypoles and fountains.
Tricky Finds:
- Brezn: This cat's tail is twisted into the shape of a pretzel and is sitting on a rack of baked goods. It's the same color as the bread, making it pure camouflage.
- Weisswurst: Hiding in a pot of sausages at a butcher stall. Only its ears are visible, looking like two small sausages sticking out of the water.
- Maibaum: The pattern on this cat's fur perfectly matches the blue-and-white diamond pattern of the central Maypole (Maibaum). It's wrapped around the pole about halfway up.
Special & Hidden Achievements (13 Total)
Beyond the main hunt, there are 13 special achievements for players who interact more deeply with the Munich scenery. These are often tied to small puzzles or discovering secrets unrelated to finding cats.
Cuckoo Clock Conundrum
On the face of the New Town Hall, below the main Glockenspiel, is a smaller, ornate cuckoo clock. Clicking it reveals a puzzle. To solve it and earn the "Clock Master" achievement, you must set the hands to a historically significant time.
- Set the hour hand to 8, representing the 8 decades the Glockenspiel's construction spanned into the 20th century.
- Set the minute hand to 43, for the 43 bells in the real-life Glockenspiel.
- Pull the chain on the right side of the clock face.
The clock will open, a special golden cat will pop out, and the achievement will unlock. This does not count toward the 101 cats.
Annotated diagram explaining the solution to the Cuckoo Clock Conundrum puzzle.
Pretzel Perfection
At one of the bakery stalls in the Viktualienmarkt, you can click on a pile of dough to initiate a pretzel-making minigame. To get the "Pretzel Perfection" achievement, you need to complete the four steps in the correct order within the time limit.
- Knead the Dough: Click repeatedly on the dough ball until the meter fills.
- The Perfect Twist: Drag the dough rope along the highlighted path to form the classic pretzel shape.
- Salt the Dough: Drag the salt shaker over the pretzel, but don't oversalt it. Stop when the salt meter is in the green zone.
- Bake to Perfection: Click the oven door. A timer will appear. Click the door again when the pretzel turns a perfect golden-brown, not pale or burnt.
Succeed, and the baker will give you a perfect pretzel as the achievement pops. Fail, and you can try again after a short cooldown.
A poster for the 'Pretzel Perfection' achievement guide 101 Cats in Munich.
Miscellaneous Secret Achievements
These are the final secret achievements, unlocked by simple, specific interactions.
- A Dog's Best Friend: There is only one dog on the entire map, a dachshund being walked near the Odeonsplatz. Click on the dog to unlock this.
- River Surfer: On the Eisbach river, click on one of the human surfers (not the cat, Welle).
- Isar Rider: Find the large river tour boat on the Isar and click on its horn.
- Prost!: Click on a full beer stein in the Englischer Garten beer garden to raise a toast.
- Toy Town: Find the toy shop in the Old Town and click on the spinning carousel in the window five times.
- Deutsches Museum: Click on the large airplane model visible through the window of the Deutsches Museum.
- Frauenkirche: Click on both towers of the iconic Frauenkirche cathedral.
- Golden Cat: Awarded for solving the Cuckoo Clock Conundrum.
- Cat Beginner: Unlocks after finding your first cat.
- Cat Enthusiast: Unlocks after finding 50 cats.
- Cat Capital of Bavaria: Unlocks after finding all 101 cats.
FAQ for 100% Completion
Are there any missable achievements? No. The entire map is open from the start, and you can search for everything at your own leisure. No achievement can be permanently missed.
What is the hardest achievement? Most players agree that "Pretzel Perfection" is the trickiest due to the timing required in the baking phase. For the cat hunt, "Welle" (the surfing cat) and "Moderne" (the cubist cat) are often the last ones found due to their clever camouflage.
How long does it take to get 100%? For a focused player, completing the entire game and unlocking all 114 achievements takes approximately 2 to 4 hours. For a more casual playthrough, expect 5-6 hours.
Is there a hint system? Yes. After you have found 90 of the 101 cats, a hint button will appear in the UI. Clicking it will create a temporary shimmering effect over a small area where one of the remaining cats is hiding.
Final Thoughts
101 Cats in Munich is a delightful and relaxing hidden object game perfect for achievement hunters and cozy gamers alike. The key to 100% completion is patience and a keen eye. Don't be afraid to zoom all the way in and examine every detail of the gorgeous Munich illustration. The city is full of secrets, and every single one is waiting to be found.