In preparation for the 1972 Olympic Games, a former
airfield and parade ground were transformed into an Olympic park. The
park features landscaped hills, an artificial lake, a communications
tower, and sports facilities. Designed by the firm of Behnisch &
Partners, the elegant, airy ensemble derives its character chiefly from
the transparent tensile roof designed by Frei Otto. Tent-shaped, it
covers part of the stadium, the hall, and the pool, and is considered a
masterpiece of modern architecture.
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U3 Olympiazentrum
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089 30 67 24 14
Olympic Tower
Roof tour
Adventure tour (grounds)
BMW Welt
Sea Life
Olympic Aquatic Centre
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7am–11pm Mon, Wed & Fri–Sun, 7am–5.15pm & 8.30–11pm Tue & Thu
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adm: €3.60 (children 6 years and over €2.60); combination ticket for Sauna Paradise €12.80
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A black day for Munich:
Palestinian terrorists, members of the Black September group,
infiltrated the Olympic Village at 4am, shot two members of the Israeli
team, and took nine athletes hostage. Police efforts to free the
hostages at Fürstenfeldbruck airport failed. Nine Israeli hostages, five
Palestinians, and one policeman died. Despite these tragic events, the
decision was made to carry on with the Games after a brief break.
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Plan of Olympiapark
Aerial view of Olympiapark
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The Revolving Restaurant offers excellent food and a fantastic view.
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Book a climb on the tensile roof in summer – complete with rope and hooks (089 30 67 24 14).
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Many types of combination tickets are available for the Olympic Tower and various sports facilities.
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Top 10 Sights
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Olympic Tower
A
high-speed elevator transports visitors to the observation platform and
revolving restaurant of this 290-m- (900-ft-) high Olympic Tower. From
here there are fabulous views: when the famous Föhn winds are blowing,
you can even see the Alps. The restaurant serves bistro food at lunch
and gourmet fare in the evening.
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BMW Welt
This
futuristic building, with its striking Double Cone entrance, embodies
the qualities of dynamism and elegance. It celebrates the BMW brand and
hosts exhibitions on related topics.
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Olympic Stadium
Seating
almost 67,000 spectators, this stadium was home to the FC Bayern
football club for years. The club has now moved and the stadium is used
for a variety of other events.
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Olympic Hall
Conceived
from the outset as a multipurpose venue, the Olympic Hall holds up to
14,000 spectators. Covering the hall is a large section of the
spectacular tent-shaped tensile roof, suspended from 58 pylons. Used for
a wide variety of sports events, the Olympic Hall also serves as a
venue for concerts, conferences, and fairs.
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Lake & Park
Piled-up
war rubble served as the base for the small hills on the grounds. After
they were landscaped, boulevards and an artificial lake were added,
creating a perfect park for walking. Climb to the top of the Olympiaberg
for a spectacular view of the park and city.
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Olympic Skating Rink
The skating rink is a perfect place to practise skating or ice-dancing to music. Skates are available for hire.
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Sea Life
Visitors to this attraction come face to face with Mediterranean and tropical fish. The glass tunnel is a highlight.
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Olympic Aquatic Centre
One
of the largest in Europe, this aquatic centre offers diving pools,
saunas, a steam grotto, sunbathing lawns, exercise rooms, and wellness
programmes.
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Father Timofej’s Chapel
This
Russian Orthodox chapel, built (without a permit) by Russians Timofej
and Natasha in 1951 on the Olympic grounds, still stands today.
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Theatron & Other Facilities
The
many attractions in Olympiapark include tennis courts, an indoor
cycling racetrack, a beach volleyball court, a basketball court,
rowboats on the lake, and summer curling. The Theatron, an amphitheatre
with seating for 5,000, is used as a venue for free open-air concerts in
summer.