Allianz Arena, Football stadium in Schwabing-Freimann, Munich, Germany
The Allianz Arena is a football stadium in the Munich district of Schwabing-Freimann, recognizable by its outer shell of inflated plastic panels. These panels can change color through integrated lighting, allowing the building to glow in team colors during home matches.
The stadium was built between 2002 and 2005 and replaced the Olympic Stadium as the home of Bayern Munich. Its opening marked a turning point for football in Munich, as a modern facility specifically designed for the sport was created for the first time.
The name Allianz comes from the Munich insurer that bought the naming rights for 30 years, but UEFA and FIFA rules bar that name, so European nights are played in the Fußball Arena München. Since 2012 the FC Bayern Erlebniswelt museum has occupied part of the building, and the address has been Franz-Beckenbauer-Platz 5 since 1 May 2025, honouring his shirt number 5.
The site has several parking areas, restaurants, and fan shops, along with connections to Munich's public transport system. Visitors arriving by metro will find a station right at the venue, which makes access easier even when crowds are large.
The pitch combines natural grass with synthetic fibers, which improves playability in different weather conditions. This technology ensures that the playing surface remains evenly green and firm even after many matches or heavy rain.
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