Most underground parking spaces are individual parking spaces that can be entered at ground level and are marked with lines or parking space numbers. Occasionally, there are also lockable individual parking spaces in underground garages, which are then completely separated by a grid. Some garages also offer the option of charging electric cars. Please note that electricity is charged separately and is not included in the parking space rent.
A duplex garage parking space is a "duplicated" (doubled) parking space where two cars can park on top of each other. The levels can be raised or lowered using a key so that you can drive into your own parking space at ground level. With this type of garage, it is important to check what size of car can be parked here. Not all large cars (e.g. SUVs) will fit in here.
A triplex parking space is a triple parking space arranged one above the other, where three cars can park on different levels to save space. The platforms can be controlled individually using a mechanical or hydraulic system. This makes your own parking space accessible at ground level. It should also be noted here that not all vehicle sizes - especially larger SUVs or vans - can be accommodated on all levels.
Many apartment buildings have their own parking spaces for residents. The individual parking spaces are separated by lines and the license plate number can be deposited with the property management. These parking spaces are usually subject to payment and are billed with the monthly rent or separately by the property management.
If there is also a charging station for electric cars, the consumption of electricity is charged additionally.
There are also individual covered parking spaces outside, known as carports. The roof is either attached to the residential building or free-standing.
In many side streets, parking is only possible with a resident's parking permit. If the car is registered to you, you can apply for this at the City of Munich. However, this requires that the main or secondary residence is demonstrably located in the license area and that no private parking space is available at the residential property. You can find more information on applying for a parking permit here.
To accommodate a really large number of vehicles in a small space, there are so-called multi-parker systems. The cars are lined up both above and next to each other in a kind of underground rack. Access is via an entrance area on the surface of the property. The vehicles are parked and unparked using storage and retrieval machines or shuttles. The parking spaces are shifted lengthwise and crosswise by parking plates and thus made available.
There are very few free parking spaces left in the city. For most parking spaces, you have to buy a parking ticket from a machine and place it clearly legible in the front of the car under the windshield. Parking is also limited in time in some streets. A parking app makes it possible to buy a parking ticket in Munich completely cashless. The parking location of the vehicle is stored in the city map and the license plate number is entered. The parking duration can then be conveniently determined using a start/stop function.
To make mobility in the city easier for people with disabilities, there are numerous parking spaces marked with the blue wheelchair symbol. With a valid parking permit, people with disabilities can park in these spaces free of charge. You can find a detailed overview here.
The concept of Park+Ride spaces was invented to limit car traffic in Munich's city center. This allows you to avoid the stressful search for a parking space in the city center. There is a direct connection to public transportation at every advertised parking garage. This makes it easy to reach the actual destination and the car can be conveniently parked outside the city center. The cost of parking varies depending on the duration and location. You can find out where the facilities are located in Munich and how much they cost here.
Drivers of electric cars also have the option of parking in parking spaces reserved exclusively for electric cars. A distinction is made here between the "charging" signs, where only charging electric vehicles are allowed to park, and those without additional information. The electric car also needs a valid e-license plate on the vehicle. In many places, parking is free for authorized vehicles. You can find an overview of the free charging stations in Munich here.
There are a large number of public parking garages throughout the city. Here you can take tickets and pay by the hour. Prices vary, but are usually around 3 to 4 euros per hour.
In some parking garages it is also possible to rent parking spaces on a monthly basis. This is a good and often the only way to park your car safely, especially for tenants in city center locations who do not have their own parking space. You can find an overview here.
