7 lost places in Munich that will make you shudder

There is always something going on in Munich – from culture to gastronomy, there is something for every taste. But some places have also fallen into oblivion. With the development of cities and the changing needs of the population, both public and private buildings are abandoned as soon as they lose their original use. These buildings are too expensive to maintain or demolish and are therefore left to decay. All the better for anyone looking for an adventure. Because that’s how these fascinating lost places in Munich and the surrounding area came about.

As these lost places begin to decay and are conquered by wild nature, they are also becoming attractions for urban explorers or “Urbexers“. More and more photography and adventure enthusiasts are setting off in search of a mysterious landscape. There are certain rules to follow – as obvious as they may sound:

• Don’t break in
• Do not take any risks
• Do not pollute or alter the location
• Do not give specific addresses – to avoid vandalism and overcrowding

Munich and its beautiful surroundings also offer unique attractions for all city explorers who adhere to the above rules.

1st train station Olympiastadion

Classic or clichéd, depending on your taste. But of course we couldn’t list lost places and not at least mention the former Olympiastadion train station. Built in 1972 for the Olympic Games and decommissioned in 1988, it is now a listed building and serves as a party hotspot for teenagers as well as a perfect photo stage for every urban photographer in the city.

2nd Wiedemann Sanatorium

The Wiedemann Sanatorium is also very popular with the Urbexers – at least that’s what the many recent attempts by the local police to clear the place show. Until 2008, the clinic offered rejuvenation cures for Munich’s upper class. After its closure, the unsuccessful projects for using the beautiful site on Lake Starnberg piled up and as long as none of them prospered, it would remain a haunted place.

3rd Maxkron pumping station

Built in 1945 and operated by the Bundesbahn, the power station supplied the surrounding villages with cold water for almost 30 years. For much longer – almost 40 years – it has stood empty and collected dust and graffiti. Nevertheless, it retains its original water tower, numerous machines and its mysterious atmosphere.

4. explosives factory Fasan II

The old explosives factory is located near Augsburg. Built in the 1930s, it was expanded shortly before the war so that it eventually produced most of the explosives used by the Wehrmacht. The US Army put an end to it, although part of the old factory is still in operation today. In the other part, Fasan II, only the remains of buildings and some spectacular views can still be seen.

5th St. Ulrich’s Chapel

Even though the chapel is further away from Munich than any other place on this list, it’s really worth a visit. Firstly, because it was already a lost place back when the Urbexers were still Romantic artists. And secondly, because of the legends that have made it famous over its 600-year history. There is talk of ghost sightings, black masses and even spookier stories. Only recommended for the bravest.

6th outdoor pool St. Floriansmühle

From 1932 onwards, Munich bathers lolled in the sun here for more than 60 years before the outdoor pool was closed. Since then, the bathing establishment has been an abandoned place that was even used as a filming location for the movie “Neverending Story”. The city is considering reopening the outdoor pool – but until then, the place with its rusting railings is well worth a visit.

7th villa in Berg am Laim

In Neuburgerstraße in Laim, you can watch a once beautiful villa fall into disrepair. The huge house was built around 1904 by a piano maker until the current owner’s family bought it in the 1920s. The villa will probably be renovated at some point, but so far all you can find here are crumbling walls and overgrown gardens.

Immerse yourself in the past and sense the secrets hidden within these silent walls. Let yourself be enchanted by the atmosphere, the graffiti-sprayed walls and the overgrown rooms. These lost places in Munich offer a unique experience that will stay with you in your dreams for a long time to come. So grab your flashlight and get ready to discover the lost places in Munich. But beware: always enter at your own risk!