Old Botanical Garden: From drug hotspot to oasis of relaxation!

Old Botanical Garden: From drug hotspot to oasis of relaxation!

The Old Botanical Garden in Munich has undergone a remarkable change in recent years. Once known as a meeting place for drug dealing and drinking, it is now increasingly valued as a place for recreation. Covering an area of ​​around four hectares, the garden at Lenbachplatz, which opened in 1812, has an impressive history and enormous potential, which is now being exploited through measures such as video surveillance and increased police checks. These changes are reflected not only in the cleanliness of the area, but also in the improvement through culinary offerings that attract visitors. [Süddeutsche] reports that the concept of increased control density and pruning of shrubs has helped to significantly improve safety in the garden.

The city recognizes the importance of security in urban areas. The Old Botanical Garden in particular was long considered a crime hotspot, which, according to [Wikipedia], led to a notable increase in crime. The Munich police record every crime, regardless of the number of victims, and have a clear focus on drug-related crimes, which continue to be an issue in the city. The implementation of a new security system shows that the concerns of residents are being addressed.

News from Munich's cultural and economic life

Amid this change, there is also sadness in the Munich restaurant scene. The 97-year-old founder of Tantris, Fritz Eichbauer, has died. It leaves a significant gap in the city's culinary landscape, highly valued by gourmets and gourmets. In addition, the well-known star chef Alfons Schuhbeck is back in court, which draws attention to the changing gastronomy.

The city is also involved in other areas, such as a first aid course for preschool children who learn to save lives in daycare centers. Such initiatives show that Munich not only pays attention to safety, but that education and social responsibility are also important.

Solidarity and community

Munich Mayor Dieter Reiter recently showed solidarity with the victims of a rocket attack in the Soroka Hospital in Be'er Sheva. A rally at Sendlinger Tor with around 120 participants demonstrates the city's compassion and support for people affected by violence. At a time when we often hear bad news, such signs of solidarity are important and help strengthen the community.

Another positive sign is that rental prices in Hohenzollernkarree are being reduced in order to adapt them to the rent index. Such measures bring relief to many citizens who suffer from the high cost of living.

Munich will set the tone for leisure and cultural activities with a new festival in the summer of 2025. A film festival with 49 world premieres and guests of honor such as Gillian Anderson and Stellan Skarsgård promises to be a highlight on Munich's cultural agenda. These events offer a welcome change from everyday life and enliven the city in a positive way.

With the closure of the accident in Aschheim, in which a tourist died after falling through a hotel roof, and the dissolution of Rudolph Moshammer's homeless association, the city is reminding us that change often brings both positive and negative sides.

The Old Botanical Garden has developed from a former crime hotspot into an inviting recreational area. In addition to preserving its history, it is the community that is driving this change and making Munich worth living in.