Ever wondered what transformed Munich’s old container depot into a vibrant urban oasis? Welcome to Arnulfpark. This area was once a bustling container station north of the railway. Now, it is a green space north of Erika-Mann-Straße.
The story of Arnulfpark begins with a vision. In February 2004, the Immobiliengesellschaft Vivico saw the potential. They planned to create something special here. Together with other developers and investors, they transformed the area.
Imagine this space filled with shipping containers. Now, picture it as a park. The first step was taken in September 2004. The official groundbreaking marked the beginning of a new era. Only a year later, in October 2005, the park was completed.
Arnulfpark covers about 18 hectares. This new district includes residential and office buildings. You will also find cultural facilities. Shopping opportunities and kindergartens add to its appeal. All of this sits on the former container depot site.
Arnulfpark is conveniently located. It lies near the main train station. Arnulfstraße, Donnersbergerbrücke and Hackerbrücke surround it. The location makes it easily accessible.
The area aimed to create 1,000 high-quality apartments. It also planned for 4,300 to 4,500 office jobs. These goals shaped the development of Arnulfpark.
Consider the “Velum.” This seven-story building houses apartments and businesses. It even has a daycare center. Then there is the “Atmos.” This six-story office building offers a lot of rental space. Bristol-Myers Squibb, a pharmaceutical company, moved its German headquarters here in 2008.
The “Metris” administrative building features office spaces. It also has conference areas and a cafeteria. In the western part of Arnulfpark, the “Quartier ICADE Premier” was built. “Design Offices” also opened here. They provide flexible event, training, and day-office spaces.
The “Central & Park” consists of two towers. These 11-story buildings are 44 meters tall. They include apartments, shops, and offices. A community center offers spaces for children, youth, and residents.
The “Skygarden” is an office building with many stories. PricewaterhouseCoopers, an accounting firm, moved in with its employees. The “M:Unique” building offers both office and residential spaces.
The “Kontorhaus” completes the southern edge of Arnulfpark. This complex includes a high-rise and several six-story sections.
Since December 2020, the Arnulfsteg has connected Arnulfpark to Schwanthalerhöhe. This pedestrian and bicycle bridge spans the railway tracks. It provides access to the Donnersbergerbrücke station.
Arnulfpark stands as a testament to urban renewal. It transformed a once-industrial area into a thriving community. It is a place where people live, work, and enjoy green spaces.