English Garden
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English Garden is a 376-hectare public park in central Munich, between Altstadt/Lehel, Schwabing and northern Munich.
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Why go
- The Monopteros offers a view over Munich.
- Traditional tea ceremonies at the Japanese Tea House on an island in the Schwabinger Bach.
- Surfing at the Eisbach Wave beside the Prinzregentenstraße entrance, where spectators gather.
Entrances
- Prinzregentenstraße entranceThe Eisbach Wave sits beside this entrance at the park’s southern edge.Southern edge of the English Garden
Don't miss
- Kleinhesseloher Lake boatingRent boats on the northern shore near Seehaus.Northern shore of Kleinhesseloher Lake, near Seehaus
- Chinese TowerSee the 25-meter pagoda-style tower, based on a 1789 design.Southern English Garden
- Park pathsCycle or jog along 78 kilometers of paths.English Garden
With kids
- A historic Biedermeier-style carousel stands beside the Chinese Tower.
- Behind the Chinese Tower, the Rumfordschlössl serves as a nature and culture center for children and teenagers.
Photo spots
- MonopterosCity views from the Monopteros.Southern English Garden On the map
- Eisbach WaveSurfers riding the Eisbach Wave, viewed from the banks.Southern edge of the English Garden, beside the Prinzregentenstraße entrance On the map
Shorts
History
Sir Benjamin Thompson originated the idea for the English Garden. Friedrich Ludwig von Sckell played a major role in designing it as a landscape garden.
- 1789The English Garden was established as a public park intended for everyone.
- 1791The Neoclassical Rumfordschlössl was built behind the Chinese Tower.
- After World War IIThe Chinese Tower was rebuilt after several fires and rebuildings.
- Summer 2010Surfing on the Eisbach Wave near the Haus der Kunst was legalized for experienced surfers.
How to get there
- TrainThe wild bee trail can be reached from Studentenstadt subway station.
- On footThe wild bee trail can also be reached from Aumeister.
Hidden gems nearby
Sources: English Garden: Information about Munich's larg… · checked 28 Sep 2026
Where
Munich, Germany
- Phone
- +49 89 38666390
Plan from here: Evening walk →
Questions and answers
Where are the main southern sights in the English Garden?
The southern park includes the Eisbach Wave, Monopteros, Chinese Tower and Japanese Tea House.
Where is the Japanese Tea House in the English Garden?
It stands on an artificial island in the Schwabinger Bach at the park’s southern end.
Can you swim in Kleinhesseloher Lake?
No. Swimming is not allowed in Kleinhesseloher Lake.
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