Munich is setting new standards: the green district Kirsch Gardens” is growing!

Munich is setting new standards: the green district Kirsch Gardens” is growing!

In Allach, a district of Munich, the future of living lies in an innovative, sustainable light. The foundation stone for the “cherry orchards” was laid on July 11, 2025. Wolfgang Bogner, who took part in the celebration, reported that four of twelve warehouses had already been cleared and an impressive construction pit was visible. Around 1,500 apartments in a modern timber hybrid construction are planned for the implementation of this project, which will provide new homes for around 3,000 people by 2030. A pleasing detail is that 40 percent of these apartments are to be subsidized, which will make access to affordable housing easier for many Munich residents.

This visionary neighborhood will not only create housing, but also promote a modern living environment. The plans envisage an almost car-free district that is climate-neutral and green. Up to 400 new trees are planned, and the roofs will also be designed as green areas, offering an additional 10,000 square meters of green space. In addition to the apartments, the infrastructure will include cafés, shops and communal roof terraces. Also important are the planned mobility stations with car sharing offers, a bus stop and cycle paths, which transform old logistics areas into a lively, sustainable district.

A showcase project for urban development

Mayor Dieter Reiter describes the “cherry orchards” as a “showcase project for Bavaria” that not only addresses the needs of current residents, but is also planned with a future in mind. The project will be implemented in several construction phases, starting with 226 apartments in the southeast, which are scheduled to be occupied by the beginning of 2027. The majority of social housing is being built and is allocated by the Munich Housing Authority. Further parts of the project will follow with seven to nine-story houses in the middle and three-story buildings in the southwest.

During construction, the planners rely on recycling materials from demolished buildings in order to minimize the ecological footprint. A sophisticated traffic concept is being sought to reduce car traffic while at the same time increasing the quality of life through a variety of green spaces and intelligent infrastructure offerings. This corresponds to the goal of promoting sustainable urban development in Munich, a topic that has become increasingly important in recent years, as bpb.de emphasizes.

The path to a sustainable living space

The climatic challenges facing Munich and other cities today can be addressed through sustainable approaches to urban development. This initiative pursues not only ecological but also social sustainability. By 2050, 70% of the world's population is expected to live in cities, highlighting the need for innovative concepts such as cherry orchards. The need for affordable housing, good infrastructure and natural habitats will continue to increase in the coming years.

This project makes an appeal to all those involved in urban development: A balance between the needs of current residents and the requirements of future generations is necessary. The “cherry orchards” could serve as a positive example of how thoughtful, sustainable planning not only improves the quality of life, but also contributes to preserving the environment. The plans state that the first apartments should be moved into as early as 2027, which gives hope for a positive turn in the housing situation in Munich.