Ludwig Maximilian University

The university's main campus is located at Geschwister-Scholl-Platz 1, in the heart of the Maxvorstadt district. As a public institution, walking through the main campus squares and the impressive atrium is free of charge. The primary site for visitors is the White Rose Memorial, a permanent bilingual exhibition located in the atrium of the main building. Admission to this memorial is completely free. Most university buildings and the memorial are open to the public from Monday to Friday, typically between 10:30 and 16:30, and on Saturdays from 11:30 to 16:00. Please note that the memorial and many academic buildings are closed on Sundays and public holidays. Visitors are welcome to quietly explore the public halls and admire the neoclassical architecture.

When visiting, remember that LMU is a working university with thousands of students attending lectures. It is important to remain quiet in the hallways and avoid entering active classrooms. A must-see feature is the "Leaflet Memorial" embedded in the pavement outside the main entrance; these are ceramic tiles shaped like the White Rose resistance flyers, appearing as if they were scattered by the wind. Inside the atrium, look for the bronze bust of Sophie Scholl and the memorial plaque marking where she and her brother Hans were arrested. The university also houses several specialized museums, such as the Paleontological Museum nearby, which is also free. Most signage in the main hall and the White Rose exhibition is available in both German and English.

Reaching the university from central Munich is incredibly easy and fast. The dedicated subway station is called Universitat, served by the U3 and U6 lines. If you are starting from Marienplatz, it is just a two-minute ride north. After exiting the station, the main building with its two iconic fountains will be immediately visible. Alternatively, you can take the Museum Line Bus 100 or Bus 154, both of which stop right at the university. For those who enjoy walking, it is a straight and pleasant 15-minute stroll from Odeonsplatz along the wide, historic Ludwigstrasse. This route allows you to see the State Library and the Siegestor triumphal arch, making the walk part of the sightseeing experience itself.