Delayed live events venue set to open in 2029

The 20,000-seat arena will be set in a landscaped public realm designed by German practice Latz+Partner

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Populous has unveiled new images of its planned 20,000-seat Munich Arena in southern Germany.

The multifunctional venue in Freising, close to Munich International Airport, was announced in 2022 but is yet to start construction.

Originally due to complete in 2026, it is now expected to open in 2029 following the announcement of a partnership between the arena and US live entertainment giant Live Nation.

Described by the architect as a “globally iconic venue”, it will host live events with a 270-degrees horseshoe shaped seating bowl. It is understood to have a construction value of at least €400m (£337m), including a proposed hotel on the site.

The new pictures reveal minor tweaks to the building’s facade and an updated landscape strategy, which has been designed by German landscape architect Latz+Partner.

The arena’s design features a ring of diamond-shaped trusses on its exterior, inspired by the diamond shapes on Bavaria’s state flag.

It is Populous’ only current project in Germany, where it has an office in Munich, one of seven the practice has opened in Europe.

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