Munich airport (MUC) started operation on May 17th, 1992. It is Germany´s second largest
airport. Today, all Star Alliance flights arrive and depart at Terminal 2, which was opened on June 29th, 2003.
Its wide, light and open steel-and-glass construction makes it a really comfortable place; its atmosphere is
calm and easeful – compared to the rather busty and fast-paced smaller airports like Berlin (SXF and TXL) for
example. The departure area (behind the security check), which we have not taken pictures of yet, is extremely large.
It is divided into two parts: EU flights and Non-EU flights. A really large number of stores and restaurants makes
it one of the least boring departure areas in the world; free coffee, tea and newspapers at the Lufthansa
gates as well as the large windows to the flight field make the traveler feel comfortable.
We took some pictures of this really impressing airport. You may use them for most private and commercial
purposes for free – for more information please have a look at the bottom of the page; you will find
a link to the Creative Commons License. Backlinks are greatly appreciated, but are not obligatory. All
pictures are available in high resolution; just click on one of them to open in a new window. Especially the
flightboards may be a cool desktop background...
If you come from a different part of the world and would like to see some more pictures here, please use
the comment-function at the bottom of the site. We will try to help you, if possible.
The walk between the Terminals 1 and 2 is short, and this makes it that much easier for travelers of all ages and backgrounds to make their way around the Munich Airport. If you ever need help finding information, there are many information and help desks to turn to in each terminal.
Attached to each of the two terminals is the Munich Airport Center. This area was built by the world-famous architect Helmut Jahn, and it offers a number of support services to travelers looking for everything from help to restrooms.
If you are disabled, the Munich Airport has a number of services to help make travel as easy and as painless as possible. There are TDD telephones, wheelchairs, wheelchair-accessible toilets, parking for the disabled and even tactile systems for those who are visually impaired. If you need such services, you can call ahead or you can approach one of the many information or help desks.
The Munich Airport knows that people need convenient parking options. Thus, there are underground car parks that offer short-term parking for up to a week. Additionally, there is some parking close-by to the terminals and some parking for the airport hotel. A car park at Nordallee offers long-term parking options as well as a shuttle to the airport. If you are arriving in the Munich Airport, you can rent a car from many popular and world-renowned companies like Budget, Hertz, and Avis, among many others. These offices are mostly located in Terminal 1 near the concourse A. A less expensive parking possibility is offered by a large number of private airport parkings in the surrounding of the airport.
If you are traveling on business, there is also a conference and business area to enable people to give presentations and host events. The Munich Airport Center is the piece of the facility that offers such spaces. Organizations have been known to hold everything from important meetings to exhibitions and events in this area. The business service area has 25 conference rooms that all have technology support and can access catering to make the business s event go that much more smoothly. There are also VIP service and relaxation rooms to ensure that a group s needs are completely met. The Munich Airport can help businesses or groups with everything from faxing and photocopying to scanning and printing, plus more.
The Munich Airport also has a number of hotels from which to choose. Many such facilities are available near the airport. However, if you do not want to travel, you can always stay in the Kempinski Airport Hotel, a hotel located directly at the airport. This makes it that much easier to travel, especially if you have to change your flights or experience an extremely long delay. This hotel offers competitive rates and rooms of all sizes. The Munich Airport also has a Visitors Hill which has been created for visitors and sight-seers who want great views. From here, you can see some great sites from of Terminal 1, among other areas of the Munich Airport. Additionally, there is a visitors viewing terrace located on the roof of Terminal 2. Here, folks can see a different view.
The Munich Airport is more than a place where people depart and arrive. Instead, it offers people all the comforts of home while they are traveling. Once you step foot into this airport, you are sure to find that all of your needs are met. With everything from great restaurants, excellent shopping, spa centers, wireless access, and a number of information and help desks, this airport is well-equipped to deal with travelers of all ages, interests, and backgrounds.
There are some fabulous shopping experiences to be had in the Munich Airport. For example, there are quite a few duty-free shops that sell everything from clothing to electronics and souvenirs.
Additionally, there are banks, ATMS, a bureaux de change, and even a post office available in the Munich Airport. For those traveling on business, in need of reaching out to friends and family members, or those looking to pass the time, there is 24 hour wireless access throughout the airport. You can also access the Internet in the Service Centre Internet Point.
The Munich Airport offers a number of services that will protect its travelers and enable them to take care of their day to day needs. For example, there is a pharmacy, a dentist, laundry and dry cleaning services, a pool, fitness area, childrens play areas, and baby changing rooms. All of these things make the Airport a place that welcomes its guests and ensures they have everything they need to make traveling a positive experience.
Vicky, 06.04.2007, 10:43
Great pictures - thanks! I like them as desktop background.
Susanna, 06.07.2007, 04:18
can you tell me which resturant is in http://www.muc.in/pic/munich_airport_terminal-2-5.jpg thanks
Line5, 07.07.2007, 17:26
Hi Susanna, its name is Mangostin. More information: http://www.kuffler-gastronomie.de/de/muenchen/t2/index.php
Marquart, 17.10.2007, 14:50
Nice pictures, can I use one or two of them on web site of a conference, which holds my university? Thanks for answer.
Tony, 12.11.2007, 16:10
Beautiful Airport, wish we were there when more was open, not much open at 5:30 am! International Terminal BA
Hiren, 04.12.2007, 09:49
nice
jacki, 27.08.2008, 16:15
well,great architecture
JD, 21.06.2008, 23:13
These pictures are absolutely beautiful-- and a wonderful showcasing of the architectural geometrics of the area.
abocrannimurn, 01.07.2008, 12:09
this bonus ;)
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