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Crowds gather around a white electric car and an equestrian statue at a city square during the IAA event; the left half of the image is overlaid with orange graphics and a note saying "Access to IAA Open Space is free of charge!"

Crowds gather around a white electric car and an equestrian statue at a city square during the IAA event; the left half of the image is overlaid with orange graphics and a note saying "Access to IAA Open Space is free of charge!"

Crowds gather around a white electric car and an equestrian statue at a city square during the IAA event; the left half of the image is overlaid with orange graphics and a note saying "Access to IAA Open Space is free of charge!"

Crowds gather around a white electric car and an equestrian statue at a city square during the IAA event; the left half of the image is overlaid with orange graphics and a note saying "Access to IAA Open Space is free of charge!"

Crowds gather around a white electric car and an equestrian statue at a city square during the IAA event; the left half of the image is overlaid with orange graphics and a note saying "Access to IAA Open Space is free of charge!"

Crowds gather around a white electric car and an equestrian statue at a city square during the IAA event; the left half of the image is overlaid with orange graphics and a note saying "Access to IAA Open Space is free of charge!"

Crowds gather around a white electric car and an equestrian statue at a city square during the IAA event; the left half of the image is overlaid with orange graphics and a note saying "Access to IAA Open Space is free of charge!"

Crowds gather around a white electric car and an equestrian statue at a city square during the IAA event; the left half of the image is overlaid with orange graphics and a note saying "Access to IAA Open Space is free of charge!"

September 9–14, 2025

IAA Open Space

Experience free mobility highlights for the whole family – right in the heart of Munich at the IAA Open Space. Open, interactive, and full of exciting experiences!

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Experience free mobility highlights for the whole family – right in the heart of Munich at the IAA Open Space. Open, interactive, and full of exciting experiences!

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IAA Open Space

IAA Open Space

Experience mobility – right in the heart of Munich!

How do we want to get around today and in the future – by car, bike, public transport, or in completely new ways? The IAA Open Space brings current and future developments in mobility right to downtown Munich – all hands-on, interactive, and free of charge. After all, mobility affects us all, every single day.

Spread throughout downtown Munich – from Marienplatz to Geschwister-Scholl-Platz – you can explore what’s already possible today and what the future of mobility might look like. Discover sustainable vehicles, smart technology, and bold new ideas. Enjoy street food, live music, activities for kids – and plenty of chances to try out electric cars, e-bikes, e-scooters, and other exciting mobility options for yourself. Look forward to a fun experience for the whole family – free and with no ticket required! Stop by between September 9 and 14, 2025, and prepare to be surprised!

How do we want to get around today and in the future – by car, bike, public transport, or in completely new ways? The IAA Open Space brings current and future developments in mobility right to downtown Munich – all hands-on, interactive, and free of charge. After all, mobility affects us all, every single day.

Spread throughout downtown Munich – from Marienplatz to Geschwister-Scholl-Platz – you can explore what’s already possible today and what the future of mobility might look like. Discover sustainable vehicles, smart technology, and bold new ideas. Enjoy street food, live music, activities for kids – and plenty of chances to try out electric cars, e-bikes, e-scooters, and other exciting mobility options for yourself. Look forward to a fun experience for the whole family – free and with no ticket required! Stop by between September 9 and 14, 2025, and prepare to be surprised!

IAA Open Space

Experience mobility – right in the heart of Munich!

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IAA Open Space - Munich 2023

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IAA Open Space highlights for everyone!

For all mobility enthusiasts

Experience & Discover
At the IAA Open Space, you can experience the mobility of tomorrow up close – right in the heart of downtown Munich! Whether it’s an electric car, e-bike, or e-scooter: try out the latest vehicles on our test tracks. Explore exciting brands and discover technical innovations shaping the path toward sustainable mobility of the future!

For parents & kids

Fun for the whole family guaranteed
At the IAA Open Space, there’s something for everyone in the family! On the Family Trail, kids can get their first driving experience at the children's driving school or enjoy the action on fun courses. Meanwhile, adults can explore new mobility solutions, food stands, and live music.

For urban shapers of the future

A hub for urban shapers of the future
You don’t just want to talk – you want to truly transform our cities? At the IAA Citizens Lab, you can share your ideas and engage in discussions with fellow urban visionaries, scientists, and policymakers about the mobility and living spaces of tomorrow. Open to all, free of charge, and right in the city center – the future starts here, with you!

Learn more about the IAA Citizens Lab now

For entertainment lovers & after-work unwinders

Entertainment in the Open Space – Experience, Discover, Unwind
From live music and interactive art to a laid-back lounge atmosphere – our Open Space offers entertainment for all the senses. Let yourself drift, enjoy creative highlights under the open sky, and discover something new – right in the heart of the city!

Map of the IAA Open Space 2025 in Munich showing event areas from Königsplatz to Marienplatz, with marked entrances at West, North, and South, and highlighted locations like Odeonsplatz and Max-Joseph-Platz.

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Your Day at the IAA Open Space – Discover, Participate & Experience!

Discover

Explore a world of innovation

Right in the heart of downtown Munich, numerous exhibitors showcase their latest innovations – from electric vehicles and bicycles to smart city solutions.
Participate

Test & Experience

Want more than just watching? Then jump in! Take test drives on our tracks, explore the Family Trail, or join in interactive formats at the Citizens Lab.

Test Drives
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Experience

Fun for All Ages

Whether you're a family, a tech enthusiast, or into arts and culture – there's something for everyone at the IAA Open Space. From open-air stages to design installations.

IAA Open Space 2025

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

What is the IAA Open Space?

The IAA Open Space brings the mobility of today and tomorrow right into the heart of downtown Munich – exactly where it can be experienced. Here, companies showcase their ideas and offerings centered around sustainable mobility. The focus is on vehicles and solutions that are low-emission or emission-free – such as e-bikes, e-scooters, and electric cars.

The best part: admission is free and open to everyone. Visitors can not only view electric cars, e-bikes, and e-scooters, but also try them out on the spot.

Exhibitors focus on hands-on experiences and dialogue rather than traditional presentations. The booths blend seamlessly into the urban landscape and invite people to engage. The IAA Open Space makes sustainable mobility of today and tomorrow truly tangible – for everyone.

What are the opening hours?

The IAA Open Space takes place from September 9 to 14, 2025, and is open daily from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. On Sunday, September 14, adjusted hours apply: from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Evening events hosted by exhibitors may continue in the Open Space until 11:00 PM.

For full details, visit Opening Hours

What parking options are available at the IAA Open Space?

At the IAA Open Space, you can use the public parking facilities provided by the City of Munich.

Where is charging infrastructure available?

As a private visitor, you’ll find public charging stations at the IAA Summit in the West Parking Garage as well as throughout the Munich city area. To help with planning, you can use the charging station map from the Federal Network Agency.

Are there access controls at the IAA Open Space?

The IAA Open Space on public squares is open to everyone and free of charge. However, for certain designated exhibitor events, there may be access controls or tickets required – depending on official regulations.

How is climate protection addressed at the IAA Open Space?

All IAA Open Space exhibitors are required to offset any unavoidable emissions from their events by supporting climate protection projects.

Are there restroom facilities on the event grounds?

Yes, restroom facilities are available on the event grounds. Care is also taken to ensure that wheelchair-accessible toilets are provided.

What is the Family Trail?

The Family Trail is an interactive scavenger hunt for kids throughout the IAA Open Space. At several stations, little ones can playfully explore, participate – and look forward to the chance of winning great prizes at the end.

What is the Citizens Lab?

The Citizens Lab is a free dialogue platform located right on Marienplatz in Munich – open to everyone interested in the future of mobility.

You'll find a welcoming space with a stage, exhibitions, hands-on activities, and areas to relax. The focus is on sharing ideas about how we can shape climate-friendly mobility between urban and rural areas – without technical jargon.

Whether it’s about technology, society, or everyday life: the Citizens Lab brings people together and makes the future feel real.

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