Pinakothek der Moderne

Overview

Four museums under one roof make the Pinakothek der Moderne one of Europe's largest art and design complexes. Stephan Braunfels's 2002 white rotunda houses modern and contemporary art, applied arts, architecture, and graphic design.

Highlights

• Design Museum: Iconic 20th-century objects from a 1960 Jaguar E-Type to Apple prototypes.
• Kirchner & Beckmann: Outstanding German Expressionist holdings.
• Architecture Museum: Rotating exhibitions with original blueprints and models.

History

Opened in 2002 to consolidate Munich's modern collections, the building's open floor plan creates a dialogue between fine art, design, and architecture rarely found under a single roof.

Visitor Tips

• €1 Sundays: Like its sister Pinakotheks, just €1 admission on Sundays.
• Café: Good rooftop café with terrace views.
• Duration: 1.5–2 hours.