Westpark München

In the location's words:

If you fancy a relaxing day in the countryside, then Westpark in Munich is just the place for you. Located in the Sendling-Westpark district, the park covers 60 hectares and is the ideal excursion destination for families and anyone who wants to spend some time in the countryside.

How the Westpark in Munich came about

The Westpark in Munich was designed by Peter Kluska in 1983 for the International Garden Exhibition. He was inspired by the wonderful landscapes of the Alpine foothills. By designing artificial hills and valleys, creating two large lakes and many other details, the park became the idyllic place we know today.

East Asia ensemble in the Westpark in Munich

Immerse yourself in the landscapes of East Asia during a visit to the Westpark. Whether Japan, China, Nepal or Thailand - you'll find it all in Westpark. Here you can simply switch off and be enchanted by the exotic idylls. In the western part of the park, the East Asia ensemble awaits you with impressive gardens and ornate buildings in typical Asian style.

These include the Japanese Garden, which was designed by Japanese architects and was a gift from the twin city of Sapporo. The Chinese Garden, which represents the four seasons, is also worth a visit. Highlight: The Bangkok Pagoda including the Buddha figure in the Thai Sala and the Nepal Pagoda, which was carved by 300 Nepalese craftsmen according to ancient tradition.

The Westpark in Munich: The perfect event venue

Westpark is not only a place for recreation and sport, but also a popular venue for events. Various spots in the park can be used for this. One highlight is the Seebühne, a semi-circular amphitheater that is the venue for open-air cinema and a variety of cultural events in summer. The Theatron provides the perfect backdrop for smaller concerts and theater performances, while the Sardenhaus regularly hosts smaller exhibitions.

Works of art to marvel at in the Westpark in Munich

Don't miss the fantastic works of art during your visit to Westpark! These were distributed throughout the park during the garden exhibition in 1983 and have been available to the public ever since. The works of art include the "Guten Tag" fountain in the themed area and the ball fountain, where the ball can be set in motion with just a little effort. It is also worth paying a visit to the Bavarian Forest House from 1747 and the sculpture on the Rosenhügel.

Get active in the Westpark in Munich

You can also really let off steam in Westpark! You can play a few rounds of soccer on the large grassy areas or on the asphalted football pitches, but basketball players will also get their money's worth - there is a basketball court in the western part of the park. We also highly recommend taking a look at the City of Munich's free recreational sports program. When the weather is nice, something different is offered every day on the gymnastics lawn. From yoga to Zumba, Qi Gong and much more - there is guaranteed to be something for everyone! The kids can let off steam on the six adventure playgrounds.

Similar locations to Westpark in Munich

Yes, there are other parks in Munich that guarantee relaxation and fun in the countryside.

How about a visit to the Munich-Nymphenburg Botanical Garden, where you can marvel at hundreds of exotic plants? We also recommend the English Garden, which is one of the largest inner-city parks in the world. If you fancy eating something tasty outside in summer, you should visit the Nußbaumpark - there is a food truck with delicious wraps during the summer season. And if the Westpark is just too crowded, you don't even have to leave the district - head to Sendlinger Park! There, from Neuhofener Berg, you have an amazing view over the Alps.