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===Terminal 2: Visitors Terrace - Skywalk===

~~Take the Skywalk~~ from Level 05 in the public area of Terminal 2.~~ ~~

The [https://www.munich-airport.com/observation-deck-262087 Observation Deck] and be reached 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.~~ ~~

Views are onto Terminal 2 apron, the aircraft handling area and the runways.

Opening times: Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. ~~ ~~

~~Admission price: €2 (automated turnstiles only; bring exact cash)~~

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., may vary due to weather

===Visitors Hill / Visitors Park===

[[Image:Ltu in muc.jpg|thumb|The Viewing Hill in the background.]]

The observation platform atop the 28-metre ~~Viewing~~ Hill provides views of Terminal 1-apron and activities on both runways.

The observation platform atop the 28-metre [https://www.munich-airport.com/visitors-park-262040 Visitors 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.~~ ~~

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.~~ ~~

~~ ~~

Be aware, that there is no real shelter from the elements on the hill, and the restrooms are located before the turnstiles, so if you need to use them you’ll need to exit and pay again to re-enter the hill.

~~To reach this~~ location ~~from~~ the ~~Terminals, take~~ S-Bahn ~~for one station only~~.~~ ~~

Opening times: 24h~~ ~~

This location can be reached by taking the S-Bahn to Besucherpark, and follow the signs to walk approximately 800m. There is also a paid parking lot at this location.

Admission: €1 (bring coins); ~~combined ticket with Info Center / Exhibition / Aircraft visit available~~.

Opening times: 24h

Admission: €1 (bring coins); no charge for the adjacent exhibition and airplane-themed playground.

===Spotters hills along the runways===

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*[http://www.afm-news.de/ www.afm-newx.de - Homepage of the Aviation Friends Munich e. V.]

*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Munich_airport MUC on Wikipedia]

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 ===Terminal 2: Visitors Terrace - Skywalk===
-Take the Skywalk from Level 05 in the public area of Terminal 2.<br>
+The [https://www.munich-airport.com/observation-deck-262087 Observation Deck] and be reached from Level 05 in the public area of Terminal 2.
-Views are onto Terminal 2 apron, the aircraft handling area and the runways.<br>
-However, all views from this area are through glass, so it is questionable if it is good for photography.<br>
+Views are onto Terminal 2 apron, the aircraft handling area and the runways.
-Opening times: Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. <br>
-Admission price: €2 (automated turnstiles only; bring exact cash)
+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., may vary due to weather
 ===Visitors Hill / Visitors Park===
 [[Image:Ltu in muc.jpg|thumb|The Viewing Hill in the background.]]
-The observation platform atop the 28-metre Viewing Hill provides views of Terminal 1-apron and activities on both runways.
+The observation platform atop the 28-metre [https://www.munich-airport.com/visitors-park-262040 Visitors 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.<br>
+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.<br>
-<br>
+Be aware, that there is no real shelter from the elements on the hill, and the restrooms are located before the turnstiles, so if you need to use them you’ll need to exit and pay again to re-enter the hill.
-To reach this location from the Terminals, take S-Bahn for one station only.<br>
-Opening times: 24h<br>
+This location can be reached by taking the S-Bahn to Besucherpark, and follow the signs to walk approximately 800m. There is also a paid parking lot at this location.
-Admission: €1 (bring coins); combined ticket with Info Center / Exhibition / Aircraft visit available.
+Opening times: 24h
+Admission: €1 (bring coins); no charge for the adjacent exhibition and airplane-themed playground.
 ===Spotters hills along the runways===
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 *[http://www.afm-news.de/ www.afm-newx.de - Homepage of the Aviation Friends Munich e. V.]
 *[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Munich_airport MUC on Wikipedia]
+*[https://spotterlead.net/EDDM/live www.spotterlead.net/MUC] spotterfriendly timetables Munich MUC