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===Visitors' Hill / Visitors' Park===
===Visitors' Hill / Visitors' Park===
The observation platform atop the 28-metre Viewing Hill provides an excellent view of the terminal, the apron and activities on both runways. 172 steps take you to the top - an ascent that pays off in an unparalleled overview of airport operations. The Viewing Hill is always accessible.
The observation platform atop the 28-metre Viewing Hill provides views of Terminal 1-apron and activities on both runways.
 
However, action at Terimal 2 is can not be seen, as the terminal buildings block views.<br>
Admission price 1 Euro per person
It is either 172 steps to the top or a graded footpath circling the hill.<br>
Be aware, that there is no real shelter from the elements on the hill.<br>
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To reach this location from the Terminals, take S-Bahn for one station only.<br>
Opening times: 24h<br>
Admission: €1 (bring coins); combined ticket with Info Center / Exhibition / Aircraft visit available.


==Other Spotting Locations==
==Other Spotting Locations==

Revision as of 07:17, 20 August 2008

Continent: Europe Country: Germany
Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Location Munich, Germany
IATA code MUC
ICAO code EDDM
Airport type Commercial
Website http://www.munich-airport.de
Overview map Google Maps
Communications
Tower 118.70 (North)
120.50 (South)
Ground 121.97 (Ground North)
121.82 (Ground South)
121.77 (Apron 1)
121.70 (Apron 2)
121.92 (Apron 3)
Clearance 121.72
Approach 118.82 (Director)
Departure123.90 (North)
127.95 (South)
ATIS 123.12


Location

28.5 kilometers north-east of the center of Munich, the Bavarian Capital, at 448 meters above sea level (NN)


Official Spotting Locations

Terminal 2: Visitor's terrace - Skywalk

Take the Skywalk from Level 05 in the public area of Terminal 2.
Views are onto Terminal 2 apron, the aircraft handling area and the runways.
However, all views from this area are through glass, so it is questionable if it is good for photography.
Opening times: Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Admission price: €2 (automated turnstiles only; bring exact cash)

Visitors' Hill / Visitors' Park

The observation platform atop the 28-metre Viewing Hill provides views of Terminal 1-apron and activities on both runways. However, action at Terimal 2 is can not be seen, as the terminal buildings block views.
It is either 172 steps to the top or a graded footpath circling the hill.
Be aware, that there is no real shelter from the elements on the hill.

To reach this location from the Terminals, take S-Bahn for one station only.
Opening times: 24h
Admission: €1 (bring coins); combined ticket with Info Center / Exhibition / Aircraft visit available.

Other Spotting Locations

Location

Locations to Avoid

Location

Regular Traffic

Facilities and Transportation