Garching bei München

Garching bei München is a city in the Munich metropolitan area that extends along the Isar River, combining research facilities, residential neighborhoods, and green spaces. The city is home to several major scientific institutions that shape its character and structure.

Established as a small village in 915, the settlement transformed into a scientific hub after 1960. The arrival of the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics marked the beginning of its shift from rural village to modern research center.

The community center hosts regular performances including ballet, opera, and concerts throughout the year. The Garchinger Bürgerwoche festival each July brings residents together for local celebrations and social gatherings.

The U6 subway line connects the city to central Munich with three stations serving different areas of the research campus and the city center. Getting around between major facilities and residential areas is straightforward by public transport.

The mathematics building at the Technical University features four-story slides that provide an unusual way to move between floors. This playful design allows visitors and students to experience vertical travel in an unexpected manner.

Location: Munich

Elevation above the sea: 482 m

Shares border with: Munich, Eching, Oberschleißheim, Ismaning

Website: https://garching.de

GPS coordinates: 48.25000,11.65000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:01