The museum is housed in the former Tram Depot 2, which originally opened in 1926.
The collection includes the oldest surviving electric tram car of the Munich transport system, dating back to 1899.
The building features original track layouts and inspection pits from its period as an active maintenance shop.
Some exhibits are operational and are occasionally used for special historic shuttle routes in the city.
The museum serves as an archive for the history of Munich's subway (U-Bahn) development, which began construction in the 1960s.
The MVG Museum is located within a historic 1920s tram depot in the Ramersdorf-Perlach district of Munich. The collection focuses on the evolution of Munich's public transit, housing over 25 historic vehicles including horse-drawn trams, electric trams, and early buses. Visitors can walk through original train cars, offering insight into urban mobility technology from the late 19th century to the present. The facility is managed by the Münchner Verkehrsgesellschaft (MVG), the city’s primary transport operator. Exhibits are housed in a functional industrial hall, preserving the authentic aesthetic of a former repair facility. The museum provides an interactive overview of technical history, infrastructure development, and the logistical challenges of metropolitan transit in Bavaria.
The central hall where multiple historic trams are lined up on the tracks, providing a symmetrical view of the vintage fleet.
Wear comfortable, flat shoes as you will be walking on industrial concrete flooring and potentially crossing vintage track rails.
Check the official website for special operating dates, as the museum is not open daily.
Look for the display cases containing historic transport signage and worker uniforms to understand the operational side of the network.
Do not attempt to climb into restricted vehicles or step on equipment marked as off-limits, as many are fragile historical artifacts.
Open only on select days, typically Sundays, and occasionally closed for private events or seasonal breaks; check the website calendar before visiting.
