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The World’s 100 Best Parks

Olympiapark

Munich, Germany

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST PARKS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 84 2026
Olympiapark

A large green park built for the 1972 Olympics, with hills, meadows, the Olympic Lake and a tent-like roof over the stadium, overlooked by the Olympic Tower. Visitors walk, cycle, climb the Olympic Hill for views to the mountains, watch geese and attend concerts.

Highlights

  • Olympic Hill viewpoint
  • Olympic Lake
  • Olympic Tower

Good to know

  • U-Bahn station Olympiazentrum nearby
  • Tower and stadium closed for renovation
  • Beer garden, cafes and pedal boat hire

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