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The Price of Drinking Water Will Increase in Munich

Starting from July, the so-called "Water Cent" is being introduced in the Free State of Bavaria. This fee is intended to protect the state's valuable water resource and encourage consumers to use

04.06.2026

Daniel Tat

Bridge to Be Demolished in Munich: City Services to Completely Close the A96 Autobahn for Several Days

The large-scale modernization of the Bavarian capital's transport system requires complex engineering works, which entail temporary infrastructure restrictions.

29.05.2026

Daniel Tat

Munich Utilities Company Introduces New EV Charging Tariffs

The German electric vehicle market and its associated infrastructure are transitioning to a phase of more

Munich’s Outdoor Pools will Open on May 1: Dantebad and Schyrenbad to Start the Season First

Munich is preparing for the official start of the 2026 summer recreational season.

Two Indoor Pools in Munich will Close this Coming Monday

Munich residents accustomed to regular water procedures will have to adjust their schedules at the end

Summer Preparations in Full Swing: Opening Dates for Munich’s Outdoor Pools

Despite the current temperatures in the Bavarian capital not yet reaching typical summer standards, Munich’s city

Popular Munich Pool Closes Again: Why the Renovation Will Take So Long

Munich's Westbad, one of the city's most frequented aquatic complexes, is once again facing technical difficulties.

Munich pools to introduce new digital subscriptions to reduce queues

The upcoming summer season in Munich will be marked by a significant update for all visitors

In Munich, a routine check of drinking water for the presence of dangerous bacteria is being conducted

Many Munich households are now receiving notifications about the date for a drinking water check for

Munich Subway Trains Temporarily Change Schedule Due to Track Maintenance

For several nights, U2 line trains will operate only every 20 minutes. To repair cracks and

Munich Social Committee Increases Income Limits for München-Pass Eligibility

Subsidies for theater visits, the zoo, or public transport fares (MVV): the München-Pass provides support to people with low incomes. The city authorities have adjusted the criteria for who is eligible to

11.12.2025

Munich·Society

Munich Utility Company Adjusts Electricity Tariff for SWM Customers Starting in 2026

Due to changed costs, the Munich City Utility Company (SWM), following natural gas prices, will also adjust its electricity tariffs starting February 1, 2026.

06.12.2025

Business and Finance·Economics·Munich

Leak Detected Again in the Wave Pool at Munich’s Cosimabad

The wave pool at Cosimabad has sprung another leak. As a result, the entire bathing complex and its sauna will be closed for two and a half weeks. Water has seeped into

26.11.2025

Munich·Sport

Following fatal accidents at the Donnersbergerstrasse tram stop, the Munich authorities installed protective barriers

Following two serious traffic accidents this year at the Donnersbergerstraße tram stop, Munich's municipal utilities have taken action and temporarily installed concrete protective barriers.

20.11.2025

Munich·Safety

Major Construction at Stachus Disrupts Tram Services Through August as Track and Subway Station Renovations Advance

Munich – Large-scale construction work at Munich’s Stachus (Karlsplatz) continues to move forward. As the next phase begins on Monday, July 28, and is expected to last through Sunday, August 31, new

27.07.2025

Munich·Transportation

Weekend Disruptions on Munich’s U2 and U8 Lines as Station Renovations Begin

Munich is moving forward with major renovations of its underground transit infrastructure, with two stations in the city’s east—Giesing and Karl-Preis-Platz—set to undergo extensive upgrades.

04.06.2025

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