Discover Sendling-Westpark: Munich's green jewel with a rose garden!

Discover Sendling-Westpark: Munich's green jewel with a rose garden!

Munich, the green heart of the Bavarian capital, has a real insider tip to offer in the Sendling-Westpark district. Here, in the southwest of the city, an oasis of peace extends over 69 hectares and was created in 1983 as part of the International Garden Show. The geography of the district is just as attractive as the urban life, which is pulsating and lively. The northern border is formed by Schwanthalerhöhe and Laim, while the clear southern edge ends in Obersendling and the S-Bahn line to Wolfratshausen gives the district its characteristic shape. Traffic is routed through the underground Luise Kiesselbach and Heckenstaller tunnels, improving air quality and the quality of life for residents.

In Sendling-Westpark, urban life meets harmonious green relaxation. What particularly stands out is the East Asian ensemble, which houses, among other things, a Buddhist sanctuary and an impressive Chinese garden. Another highlight is the rose garden, which has around 20,000 roses in 500 different types. Here you can relax and unwind amidst the colorful flowers. In addition, an open-air cinema hosts cultural events in the evenings, attracting both locals and visitors. But there are also special play areas for younger guests to discover on the southwestern edge of the park.

Activities and community

The district has retained a strong identity despite the fact that there is no historical core. Works of art such as the “Guten Tag” fountain by Makoto Fujiwara give the district a special charm. Promoting activities within the neighborhood is particularly necessary. An ice skating rink in winter and a meeting point are planned here, which will open in 2025. For anyone who would like to find out more about hidden treasures in Sendling-Westpark, the free neighborhood guide is a great help. He offers numerous insider tips and insights into hidden places. The current “Mein München” magazine for 2025 is also an excellent source for finding out about developments in the district.

With a growing awareness of urban development and environmental protection, the heart of Sendling-Westpark beats to the beat of Green City, an environmental protection organization that promotes the quality of life in Munich. It calls for the preservation and expansion of green spaces in order to promote sustainable urban design. Initiatives such as Urbanes Wohnen e.V. show that the design of play and adventure spaces for children also has a high priority here. Gentrification and urban displacement are also topics that must be monitored critically according to the right to the city of Munich.

Open and green spaces

Sendling-Westpark not only offers numerous leisure activities and a place for cultural events, but also has a lot to offer when it comes to neighborhood community. The play and leisure areas as well as the dining facilities ensure that there is something for everyone. And while the district's population nearly doubled between 1950 and 1995, the age distribution remains largely similar to the rest of the city. It is mainly middle-aged and older people who come here alongside children and young people, who together shape the diverse life in the district.

Overall, it turns out that Sendling-Westpark is a place that impresses with both its rich botanical diversity and its urban charm. The combination of green spaces and social offerings makes the district a particularly livable place in Munich. Anyone who stays here gets a wonderful feeling for the community and togetherness in this green environment. Those interested can also find further insights into the development and offerings of the district on City of Munich and Urbane Gardens Munich.