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Munich Oktoberfest: Federal Police Impose Weapons Ban Across Major Train Hubs

Police say the temporary ban aims to prevent violent offenses, protecting travelers and officers.

Overview

  • The order runs from 20 September 2025 at 06:00 to 6 October 2025 at 06:00, covering the entire Oktoberfest period.
  • It applies to München Hauptbahnhof, München Ostbahnhof, München Pasing, and the S‑Bahn stops Hackerbrücke and Hauptbahnhof.
  • Carrying dangerous tools, firearms, blank‑firing and alarm weapons, bludgeoning and stabbing weapons, and all types of knives is prohibited within the zones.
  • The ban covers full station precincts including tunnels, platforms, all public levels, locker areas, and S‑Bahn access ways.
  • Federal Police will enforce the order with item seizures and possible administrative fines, place removals, or station bans, reflecting broader transport‑hub controls expanded nationwide since 2023.