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Olympiahalle München, Munich
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Arena Munich, GermanyUpdated Sept 2026

Olympiahalle München Seating Map

Your seating plan and chart: where to sit, the best seats and the view from your seat

Capacity12,500
Opened1972
LocationMunich, Germany
Gallery

Olympiahalle München in photos

3 outside · 6 inside the venue

At a glance

Where to sit at Olympiahalle München

The best seats at Olympiahalle München are Lower bowl, blocks near the halfway line for the view. For value, choose Umgriff perimeter standing. For atmosphere, head to Floor standing. Avoid Floor, rear positions at standing concerts. Olympiahalle München seats 12,500.

Overview

About Olympiahalle München

The Olympiahalle is Munich's historic indoor arena: a single steep bowl of 12,500 to 15,500 seats depending on configuration, beneath the tent-style acrylic-glass roof of the 1972 Olympic Park. The bowl uses paired letter-number blocks (such as E2 or F1) wrapped around a central floor, with perimeter standing (Umgriff) added around the top concourse for the biggest concerts.

The Olympiahalle is the indoor arena of Munich's Olympiapark, built for the 1972 Summer Olympics where it hosted gymnastics and handball. Designed by Behnisch & Partner and opened on 27 August 1972, the tent-roofed hall is set partly into the Olympiapark landscape so it appears lower from outside than its 45-metre interior height suggests. A major overhaul completed in 2009 raised capacity to 15,500, added a new VIP area, and created the underground Kleine Olympiahalle, which opened in 2011 and holds up to 3,600 standing or 2,000 seated.

Seat map

Seating plan & map

General seating reference for Olympiahalle München. Check your selected event for its exact configuration.

Layout

How the venue is set up

End-stage concert

The stage sits at one end of the bowl, with the floor used as standing or seated space depending on the show, and Umgriff perimeter standing added around the top concourse for the biggest sold-out concerts.

Sport

The bowl closes around the court or rink for basketball, ice hockey, handball and other sport, with tiered seating on all sides.

Kleine Olympiahalle

The underground sister venue, opened in 2011 and designed by Auer + Weber, holds up to 3,600 standing or 2,000 seated for smaller concerts, exhibitions and congresses, and can combine with the main hall via a tunnel.

Sections

Seating levels explained

Lower bowl

The seating ring closest to the floor, wrapping the arena in paired letter-number blocks such as E2 and F1.

Pros: Closest tiered seats to the stage and to the action on the court or rink; central blocks near the halfway line give the clearest sport sightlines.

Cons: Centre front-row seats can sit below stage height at some concerts.

Upper bowl

A steep upper ring using the same paired letter-number block scheme, with strong sightlines across the tent-roofed hall even from the back rows.

Pros: A relaxed, complete view of the whole floor and stage from the back rows.

Cons: A long way up from the concourse and from an end-stage performance.

Business Area / VIP blocksBlocks E2, F1, F2, G1

VIP Package seating sits in blocks E2, F1, F2 or G1 depending on the event, with a separate entrance and catering in the Business Area of the hall.

Pros: Premium seating position, separate access with no queuing, and a buffet with drinks from 1.5 hours before the event.

Cons: Sold only as part of the VIP Package, at a higher price than a standard ticket.

Floor and Umgriff standing

The central floor is standing or seated depending on the event; for the biggest concerts a perimeter standing ring (Umgriff) runs around the top of the upper-bowl concourse, with screens showing the performance.

Pros: Floor standing is the closest position to the stage; Umgriff is among the cheapest tickets for sold-out shows.

Cons: Umgriff is a long way from the stage, and floor sightlines depend on the height of the people standing nearby.

Recommendations

Best seats at Olympiahalle München

Best overall view (sport)

Lower bowl, blocks near the halfway line

Lower-bowl blocks as close to the halfway line as possible give the clearest view of the whole court or rink.

Best overall view (concerts)

Lower bowl, first 10 to 20 rows

The closest 10 to 20 rows of the lower bowl are generally rated the top view seats for a concert at the Olympiahalle.

Best value

Umgriff perimeter standing

Umgriff rings the top concourse of the upper bowl and is among the cheapest ways into a sold-out show, with screens showing the performance.

Best atmosphere

Floor standing

Standing on the floor puts fans closest to the stage and in the middle of the crowd for an end-stage concert.

Best premium

VIP Package blocks E2, F1, F2 or G1

VIP Package seating combines a premium position with reserved parking, a separate entrance and catering in the Business Area.

Best panoramic view

Upper bowl, rear rows

The back rows of the upper bowl give a relaxed, complete view of the whole arena, useful when an overview matters more than proximity.

Heads up

Seats to avoid & obstructed views

Floor, rear positions at standing concerts: On a flat standing floor, a taller person in front can block the view of the stage entirely.

Blocks directly behind the stage at end-stage concerts: Sold only where production allows, with restricted views of the rear of the stage and its screens.

Upper bowl, rear rows at end-stage concerts: The furthest point in the bowl from the stage; a full view of the room but little detail on a distant performance.

Premium

Premium & hospitality

VIP Packages

The Olympiahalle's official hospitality product: a premium seat (in blocks such as E2, F1, F2 or G1 depending on the event), a parking space reserved in front of the hall or in the nearby car park, a separate entrance to the seat, and catering in the Business Area of the hall.

Access

Accessibility & companion seating

Wheelchair spaces are available depending on the event. Bookings and detailed accessibility information for the Olympiahalle München are handled through München Ticket's Barrierefrei service, by phone or through its dedicated accessible ticket shop after registration.

Eat & drink

Food & drink at Olympiahalle München

Concession stands operate on the concourses during events. Nearby in Olympiapark, the year-round Restaurant Coubertin and the seasonal Sommergarten beer garden between the Olympic Stadium and the Olympic Hall are both run by Olympiapark München. VIP Package holders are served a buffet with drinks in the Business Area, from 1.5 hours before the event and during the interval.

Worth seeking out

  • Restaurant Coubertin, open year-round near the hall
  • Sommergarten beer garden between the Olympic Stadium and the Olympic Hall (seasonal)
  • VIP Package buffet and bar service in the Business Area
Logistics

Getting there

Transport

The arena stands at Spiridon-Louis-Ring 21 in Olympiapark, reached by U-Bahn lines U3 (and U8 on event nights) to Olympiazentrum, trams 20 and 21 to Petuelring and bus 144. Event-priced parking is available around the park, including the Parkharfe and Olympiaturm deck, though public transport is recommended on big event nights.

The area

The hall sits in Olympiapark northwest of central Munich, sharing the park with the Olympic Stadium, the Olympic Tower and the Olympia-Eishalle ice rink. The park's landscaped hills, lake and the BMW Welt and BMW Museum complex across the road make the area worth arriving early for.

Olympiahalle München · Munich, Germany

Parking near Olympiahalle München

The closest car parks to Olympiahalle München, each marked with a blue P on the map above. On event days public transport is usually quicker than driving.

  • Parkhaus Parkdeck OlympiaparkSpiridon-Louis-Ring 5 - 7, München369 m
  • Parkplatz HarfeSpiridon-Louis-Ring 26, München494 m
  • BMW WeltLerchenauer Straße 57, München535 m
  • BMW Welt ParkhausOlympiazentrum, München582 m
  • Parkplatz Olympiastadion (Parkharfe)Munich-Milbertshofen-Am Hart690 m
  • P+R Parkhaus OlympiazentrumHelene-Mayer-Ring 3, München691 m
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What are the best seats at the Olympiahalle München?

For concerts, the closest seats in the lower bowl, within the first 10 to 20 rows, give the strongest combination of proximity and sound. For sport, seats near the halfway line in the lower bowl give the clearest view of the whole court or rink.

What are the cheapest seats at the Olympiahalle München?

The cheapest way into a sold-out concert is usually Umgriff standing, a perimeter standing ring around the top concourse of the upper bowl, where screens show the performance.

Is the floor at the Olympiahalle München seated or standing?

It depends on the event: the floor is configured as standing space, unreserved seating or reserved seating depending on what the promoter chooses for each show.

Is the Olympiahalle München covered?

Yes. The Olympiahalle München is a fully enclosed indoor arena beneath a tent-style acrylic-glass roof, so every seat and the floor are under cover regardless of weather.

Is the Olympiahalle München wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair spaces are available depending on the event. Bookings and detailed accessibility information go through München Ticket's Barrierefrei service, reachable by phone or through its dedicated accessible ticket shop.

How are the seats laid out at the Olympiahalle München?

The Olympiahalle München is a single steep bowl split into a lower and an upper tier, both divided into paired letter-number blocks, such as E2 or F1, that wrap around the central floor.

Does the Olympiahalle München offer VIP or hospitality seating?

Yes, through the VIP Package: a premium seat in blocks such as E2, F1, F2 or G1 depending on the event, reserved parking, a separate entrance, and catering in the Business Area.

Which seats are best for concerts at Olympiahalle München?

The stage sits at one end of the bowl, with the floor used as standing or seated space depending on the show, and Umgriff perimeter standing added around the top concourse for the biggest sold-out concerts. For specific sections, aim for Lower bowl, first 10 to 20 rows — The closest 10 to 20 rows of the lower bowl are generally rated the top view seats for a concert at the Olympiahalle.

Does Olympiahalle München have a seating map with seat numbers?

Yes. Olympiahalle München's seating map is split into numbered sections across its tiers (Business Area / VIP blocks Blocks E2, F1, F2, G1), with individual seat numbers running within each section. Check the seating map on this page or the official chart for exact seat numbers.

What is the view like from the seats at Olympiahalle München?

The best views at Olympiahalle München are from Lower bowl, blocks near the halfway line — Lower-bowl blocks as close to the halfway line as possible give the clearest view of the whole court or rink. The weakest are Floor, rear positions at standing concerts: On a flat standing floor, a taller person in front can block the view of the stage entirely. For a seat-by-seat view, see the view-from-seat photos and the seating map for Olympiahalle München.

How many seats does Olympiahalle München have?

Olympiahalle München holds about 12,500, though the exact number in use varies by event configuration.

What are the stands at Olympiahalle München?

Olympiahalle München is made up of 4 main stands: Lower bowl; Upper bowl; Business Area / VIP blocks; Floor and Umgriff standing.

What is the view like from the seats at Olympiahalle München?

For the best view at Olympiahalle München, aim for Lower bowl, blocks near the halfway line (Lower-bowl blocks as close to the halfway line as possible give the clearest view of the whole court or rink.); Lower bowl, first 10 to 20 rows (The closest 10 to 20 rows of the lower bowl are generally rated the top view seats for a concert at the Olympiahalle.). The view is most restricted from Floor, rear positions at standing concerts (On a flat standing floor, a taller person in front can block the view of the stage entirely.).

Where can I park at Olympiahalle München?

Car parks near Olympiahalle München include Parkhaus Parkdeck Olympiapark, Parkplatz Harfe, BMW Welt, BMW Welt Parkhaus and more. The closest is Parkhaus Parkdeck Olympiapark, about 369 m from the venue. On event days public transport is usually quicker than driving, so check the transport options too.

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Sources

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