Traffic chaos in Munich: Large demo expected on the right on July 16!

Traffic chaos in Munich: Large demo expected on the right on July 16!

München, Deutschland - On July 16, 2025, Munich is again under the name of the protest. Under the motto "Together against the right - for democracy and diversity", more than 250,000 people gathered in the city to demonstrate against the right of the right in Germany. The number of participants exceeded the expectations of the organizers, who had expected around 75,000 demonstrators, and impressively shows that the topic moves many people. The police speak of around 250,000 participants, while the organizers speak of over 320,000. This massive participation reflects the concerns and the desire for a colorful and democratic society.

The central rally took place in the city center, starting at Karlsplatz (Stachus) and extended across different streets of the city center. The demonstration was carried out on a radiant summer day and attracted numerous people who mobilized tolerance and xenophobia with posters. Slogans such as "Fascism you do not fight with deportations" and "AfD ban now" were read on the signs and illustrated the concerns of the protesters.

traffic restrictions by large events

Because of the demonstration, there were considerable traffic restrictions in the city area. The police warned of increased traffic and temporary traffic jams in the favored surroundings. The restrictions apply from 6:30 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. and affect the area between Herzog-Max-Straße and Herzog-Wilhelm-Straße as well as important connections such as Sonnenstraße, Färbergraben and Viktualienmarkt. Drivers are urgently asked to bypass the area, because diversions are not intended.

In addition to the traffic measures, the Munich transport company (MVG) announced bottlenecks in subway traffic, especially for lines U3 and U6. Overcrowded subway stations could be temporarily blocked for security reasons. Motorway traffic and bus lines are also affected by diversions: the bus lines 58/68, 100, 153 and 154 are redirected between Odeonsplatz and Siegestor and should be scheduled in good time by the passengers.

a broad alliance for an important concern

The demonstration is supported by a broad alliance of unions, associations and institutions. These include, for example, youth organizations such as Jusos, left -wing youth and the green youth. The commitment extends far beyond political borders, because churches and cultural institutions such as the Munich Film Festival also participated in the organization and mobilization. A speaker from Austria warned of the dangers that a right of rights for society brings and drew attention to similar developments in his home country.

parallel to the protests in Munich also took place in other cities of Bavaria's rallies, whereby the number of participants far exceeded expectations. In Nuremberg, for example, at least 20,000 people demonstrated for democracy. This trend is gratifying and shows that many want to campaign for cosmopolitan and peaceful coexistence.