Flugwerft Schleißheim: Aviation history at a historic site
Everything about the dream of flying is available in Oberschleißheim. Helicopters, military aircraft, vertical take-off aircraft and rockets: Flugwerft Schleißheim shows exciting aircraft and over 70 exhibits from the aerospace industry.

Mo  09:00 - 17:00
Tu  09:00 - 17:00
We  09:00 - 17:00
Th  09:00 - 17:00
Fr  09:00 - 17:00
Sa  09:00 - 17:00
Su  09:00 - 17:00
Note: Closed: 01.01, Good Friday, 01.05, 01.11, 24.12, 25.12, 31.12

Construction works at Flugwerft Schleißheim
The roof of the glass exhibition hall is being renovated until the end of 2023. The museum team tries to make sure, that as many areas as possible remain accessible. However, it is possible, that some exhibitions are closed. The admission prices on the respective days will be reduced.

In cooperation with the cultural department and the museums
This article about Munich's museums is sponsored by the Cultural Department of the City of Munich and was conceived in cooperation with the State Agency for Non-State Museums in Bavaria. The content has been coordinated between the participating museums and muenchen.de, the official city portal.
Why Flugwerft Schleißheim is worth a visit:
The dream of flying is probably as old as mankind – and remains fascinating until today. In Oberschleißheim, you can learn all about it.
What to see? Discover all areas of aviation at an authentic location: More than 70 historical and modern flying objects are displayed at Flugwerft Schleißheim, from the Lilienthal glider to the Eurofighter. And all of this right next to the airport.
What's special? A special feature at Flugwerft Schleißheim is the so-called "Glass Workshop". Visitors can watch the staff at work from the gallery and see how the aviation and astronautics collection is restored today. Kids can get their "pilot's license" or fly around with the helicopter simulator.

Flugwerft Schleißheim: The most important information at a glance
Location: Oberschleißheim near Munich
Museum category: Technology
Recommended duration of stay: At least 2 hours
Children's program: Pilot's license, guided tours, research program, interactive stations, birthday parties
Please note: The museum is being renovated until the end of the year 2023, so not all areas are always accessible. But: It's still worth to visit!
Directions: S1 to Oberschleißheim
Parking: Parking spaces for cars and buses are limited.
Website: www.deutsches-museum.de/en/flugwerft-schleissheim
Lilienthal glider, workshops, flight simulator: The highlights
Right next to the historic airfield of Munich, the museum takes a look back on more than 125 years of aviation history. An exhibition area of 8,000 square meters showcases the story of aircraft developments. From the Lilienthal glider to the Eurofighter, from flying boats to rockets. What you should see:
The historic airfield buildings with the hangar and the command station. Today, they are used for exhibiting historic aircraft, events and special exhibitions.
The "Glass Workshop": You can watch professional workers maintaining a wide variety of aircraft from the hangar.
Flight simulator: If you want to be a pilot yourself, experience life in the cockpit with the helicopter simulator.

Free guided tours and presentations
The following tours are offered for families and individual visitors free of charge:
Visit of the transport aircraft C-160 in the outdoor area
The professional flight simulator is regularly demonstrated by the skilled museum’s staff.
For a fee, you can book (by prior arrangement) various group tours and exclusive evening tours.

Interactive stations and children's program
Interactive displays and accessible objects make the museum a great experience for children. Feel free to touch!
With a "researcher sheet", kids can explore the Flugwerft Schleißheim on their own.
In addition, you can book special children's tours and birthday parties for up to 15 kids.

Shop and Café
A small museum store with a shop-café (coffee, pastries, soft drinks) is located in the entrance area.
There is also a picnic area to bring your own drinks and snacks with you.Admission and tickets at Flugwerft Schleißheim
Adults: 8 Euro, discounted: 5 Euro
Children and teenagers from 6 to 15: 5 Euro
Children up to 5 years: free
School pupils, trainees and students: 5 Euro
Seniors and disabled persons: 5 Euro
Family ticket: 17 Euro (up to two adults with their own children aged up to 17)

Events and activities
The highlight of the year is the so-called "Oldtimer Fly-In". Around 60 planes and aircraft can be watched in action during take-off and landing. 
At the annual "Modelflugtage" you can experience model airplanes flying.

Accessibility and services for individuals with disabilities
The exhibits at the Flugwerft Schleißheim are barrier-free and wheelchair accessible. If you need any kind of assistance, the staff will be happy to help.
The exhibition halls and the commandant's office are at ground level, the gallery is accessible for wheelchair users via an elevator (interior cabin dimensions: width 85 cm, length 135 cm). 
Two parking spaces for disabled visitors are available at the visitors' parking lot.
A suitable restroom is located on the ground floor on the left of the entrance area.
Special tours in sign language can be booked on request.
History of the site: From airfield to aviation museum
In 1919, an airfield for the Royal Bavarian Air Force was built right next to the Schleißheim castles. In the early 1990s, it was decided to build an exhibition hall at this historic site. 
Flugwerft Schleißheim was opened in 1992 as the first branch of the Deutsches Museum and has developed into one of the largest and most important aviation museums in Germany.

At a glance

Deutsches Museum - Flugwerft Schleissheim
Effnerstr. 18  85764 Oberschleißheim
Tel: +49892179333  Fax: +498931571450
    besucherservice@deutsches-museum.de
    https://www.deutsches-museum.de/en/flugwerft-schleissheim