Olympiastadion (Munich)
Stadium 1972 Olympic stadium in Munich with tensile canopy roof
Built for the 1972 Olympics in Munich’s Olympiapark, the Olympiastadion draws architecture and sports fans to its tensile canopy and hosts football, athletics events and major concerts.
The Olympiastadion in Munich is the principal outdoor stadium of the Olympiapark complex, constructed for the 1972 Summer Olympics. It was built between 1968 and 1972 and is noted for its pioneering tensile roof structure.
The stadium has a seating capacity of around 69,000 and hosts football matches, athletics events and large concerts. The surrounding Olympiapark includes indoor arenas, a tower, landscaped lake and event spaces across several hectares. The roof is a distinctive lightweight tensile canopy designed to cover large spans while remaining visually transparent.
Designed by the team led by architect Günter Behnisch with structural engineer Frei Otto, the complex was completed for the 1972 Games and has been adapted for domestic sport and public events since. The site has undergone multiple renovations since its opening to modernize facilities and maintain the structure.
Situated in the northern part of Munich within the Olympiapark, the stadium lies in the Milbertshofen-Am Hart district about a short drive north of the city centre and is well served by public transport and park pathways.
- Tours: Guided stadium and roof-structure tours are regularly offered and explain the tensile canopy system made of steel cables and acrylic panels.
- Best view: Best panoramic viewpoint at the observation deck of the Olympiaturm, which overlooks the stadium and the surrounding park.
What to See #
- Olympiastadion (main bowl): Part of the larger Olympiapark complex in Munich, this is the main outdoor arena built for the 1972 Summer Olympics and still used for major sports and concerts.
- Olympiahalle: Indoor arena opened in 1972 used for concerts, ice sports and smaller indoor events; located adjacent to the stadium within Olympiapark.
- Olympiaturm (Olympic Tower): A 291-metre tower in Olympiapark with an observation deck and panoramic views over the stadium and the city.
- Olympiasee (Olympic Lake): A landscaped lake and parkland area that sits beside the stadium and is used for recreation and event overflow.
How to Get to Olympiastadion (Munich) #
Take Munich U-Bahn U3 to Olympiazentrum or Olympic Park bus connections from central Munich. Parking is available for events but public transit is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Olympiastadion (Munich) #
- If visiting during an event at Olympiastadion (Munich), arrive early and use the U-Bahn (U3/U6 to Olympiazentrum) to avoid parking congestion.
- Guided stadium tours are offered seasonally - check the official FC Bayern or Olympiapark websites for times and booking.
- Combine a visit with the Olympiapark complex (BMW Welt, Olympic Tower) for broader context and views from above.
Best Time to Visit Olympiastadion (Munich) #
Best visited during event days for atmosphere; park and tower offer year-round attractions.
Weather & Climate near Olympiastadion (Munich) #
Olympiastadion (Munich)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (945 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (126 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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