Munich is, alongside Berlin, the only city in Germany that hosts two designated “Universities of Excellence.” Teaching and research are central to the city’s identity, and this is clearly reflected in its forward-thinking educational architecture. A particular highlight is the Garching Research Campus, home to some of Germany’s most innovative university buildings. Their bold architectural language embodies a spirit of progress, creativity, and scientific ambition – perfectly illustrating how built space can reflect intellectual and cultural values.

Duration: approx. 3 hours

Mode of transport: Walking tour

Maximum group size: 20 participants

Date: On request

Featured projects:

- Oskar-von-Miller-Tower - Deubzer König Rimmel Arch., Munich, 2010
- Interims Auditorium - Deubzer König Rimmel Arch., Munich, 2011
- TUM Institute for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology - Henn Architects,
Munich, 2010
- Underground station “Garching Forschungszentrum” - Léon Wohlhage
Wernik Architects, Berlin, 2006
- TUM Department of Mathematics - Brechensbauer Weinhart + Partner
Architects, Munich, 2002
- TUM Faculty for Mechanical Engineering - Henn Architects, Munich,1997

- ESO Headquarters - Fehling und Gogel, Berlin, Auer+Weber+Associated, Munich, 2013
- ESO Supernova Planetarium & Visitor Centre - Bernhardt+Partner, Darmstadt, 2018
- Galileo - Nickl & Partner Architects, Munich, 2019
- Student Hall of Residence TUM Garching - Fink and Jocher, Munich, 2005