The German federal state of Bavaria is considering the possibility of restricting cannabis use at the famous Oktoberfest following the legalization of cannabis for

Oktoberfest punters are welcome to drink as much beer as they like when they descend on Bavaria this year – but anyone hoping to enjoy a joint will be disappointed.

Germany became one of the few countries on the planet that has legalized cannabis for recreational use after a new law went into effect across the country. But one part of the European nation with a famous festival will be imposing some serious restrictions.

Munich's beer-soaked Oktoberfest may be declared a "cannabis-free" zone, even though the drug was just legalised. Marijuana was part-decriminalised across Germany on 1 April - but the rules have met resistance, especially among conservatives. Bavaria's leader says his state won't become a "stoner's paradise".

Weed is finally legal in Germany, but it may still be verboten at one of the country’s signature events. According to Forbes, the “German federal state of Bavaria is considering the possibility of restricting cannabis use at the famous Oktoberfest following the legalization of cannabis for personal use.”

Under the proposed ban, cannabis consumption would be restricted in beer gardens, at public festivals, and in restaurants. Govt aims to curb public cannabis consumption despite the recent legalisation law,