Overview

• Automatic bollards at the Theresienwiese southern entrance unexpectedly lifted two cars, including a BMW and a Mercedes, during a spring market event on April 26.
• The malfunction caused a three-hour traffic disruption as the vehicles blocked access until police documented the scene and the ADAC used a crane to lower the cars.
• No injuries were reported, though the BMW sustained damage to its rear door, and drivers are awaiting formal damage assessments.
• Police suspect a technical defect in the bollard system, which is regularly used to manage vehicle access at major events like the Frühlingsfest.
• Photos and videos of the incident went viral, with comedian Harry G's mocking post drawing significant attention online.