Tenants Inhabit the Final Section of Munich's Stachus Area
In the heart of Munich, the "Herzog Max" building at the Stachus (Karlsplatz) stands as a testament to the city's rich history and vibrant modernity. This historic site, with its connections to the Nazi era and contemporary memorialization, has been transformed into a notable hub of innovation and knowledge.
Historically, the area around Herzog-Max street, including the site near Stachus/Karlsplatz, was a centre of Nazi administration and activities. A memorial stone for the destroyed main synagogue, commemorating the Jewish community affected during Kristallnacht, stands on Herzog-Max street. Buildings in this area, including those close to the Stachus, housed Nazi administrative offices, party offices, and construction management offices [1][2].
However, the area has undergone significant changes and redevelopment since then. The Technical University of Munich now uses some of the buildings that formerly served Nazi functions [2]. The Stachus itself, a major public square and transport hub, remains a central point in Munich, surrounded by other notable landmarks.
The "Herzog Max" project, a prestige project in Munich directly at the Stachus, has recently been completed. The exquisite office spaces in the pedestrian zone have been leased, with the law firm specializing in patent law, Pentarc, occupying the previously vacant 500 square meters. The project is a unique knowledge hub in Munich, with its focus on innovation [3].
The 14,000 square meter building at the Karlstor, previously a leisure goods store, was sold by René Benko's Signa Group to the Finck family in 2012. The Finck family comprehensively renovated the Karlstor quarter after the collapse of Karstadt Sport, breathing new life into the area [4].
Today, the "Herzog Max" project houses various entities, including the Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition, Ashurst, and New Balance. The sports business "New Balance" is also part of the project, adding to the diversity of businesses within the complex [5].
The "Herzog Max" project, located at the Karlstor in Munich, is a remarkable example of the city's ability to transform and adapt, blending historical memory with modern urban functions. The last lease in the Karlstor quarter has been signed, marking a new chapter in the life of this significant building.
Sources: 1. https://www.kultur-muenchen.de/de/stadtgeschichte/sites/kultur-muenchen.de.de/files/atoms/files/nazi_architecture_munich.pdf 2. https://www.kultur-muenchen.de/de/stadtgeschichte/sites/kultur-muenchen.de.de/files/atoms/files/nazi_architecture_munich.pdf 3. https://www.sueddeutsche.de/wirtschaft/herzog-max-bau-muenchen-1.4868031 4. https://www.sueddeutsche.de/wirtschaft/herzog-max-bau-muenchen-1.4868031 5. https://www.sueddeutsche.de/wirtschaft/herzog-max-bau-muenchen-1.4868031
- The completed "Herzog Max" project in Munich has transformed into a significant hub for innovation, attracting businesses in various sectors such as law, sports, and research, reflecting a shift in the area's focus from its historical past towards a vibrant lifestyle and finance landscape.
- After a comprehensive renovation, the Finck family has breathed new life into the Karlstor quarter, with the sale of a 14,000 square meter building serving as evidence of a thriving home-and-garden and real-estate market in the heart of Munich.
- As the last lease in the Karlstor quarter has been signed, the "Herzog Max" project stands as a testament to Munich's ability to redevelop and adapt, creating a unique blend of historical significance and modern urban functions, also fostering opportunities for investing in property and other ventures in the area.
