Barackenkasernement Oberwiesenfeld, Military barracks in Schwabing-West, Germany.
The Barackenkasernement Oberwiesenfeld is a former military complex in Munich with two-story masonry buildings arranged around a central courtyard. The compound spans multiple adjacent streets and today contains several heritage-protected structures alongside various commercial and cultural operations.
The barracks were established in 1895 following a typhus outbreak that prompted the need for new military facilities. The site served multiple military units and remained operational through World War II before transitioning away from military use.
The buildings display late 19th-century military design and are now occupied by businesses and cultural organizations. This transformation reflects how the site has shifted from military use to serving the local business and creative community.
The site is bordered by several streets, making it easy to explore the perimeter and view the preserved facades from outside. Be aware that many buildings are in private or commercial use and may not always be publicly accessible.
An obelisk at the Winzerer-Lothstraße corner commemorates the royal Bavarian regiment's presence and was created in 1923 by sculptor Hermann Broxner. This memorial illustrates how the site's military past remains visible in the urban landscape.
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