The Historic Gedenkstein: A Tribute to Electrical Innovation
Explore Munich's Gedenkstein, a monument celebrating the first long-distance direct current transmission and its impact on modern technology.
Discover the Gedenkstein an die erste Gleichstromfernübertragung in Munich, a monument commemorating the first long-distance direct current transmission. This fascinating attraction offers insights into the history of electrical engineering and its impact on modern technology.
A brief summary to Gedenkstein an die erste Gleichstromfernübertragung
- Sophienstraße 7A, Munich, Maxvorstadt, 80333, DE
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during off-peak hours for a quieter experience and better photo opportunities.
- Combine your visit with a tour of nearby museums and galleries to maximize your cultural experience.
- Check out local cafes nearby for a quick snack or coffee while you admire the monument.
Getting There
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Public Transport (U-Bahn)
Start your journey at the nearest U-Bahn station. If you're in central Munich, head to 'Sendlinger Tor' station. From 'Sendlinger Tor', take the U2 line towards 'Messestadt Ost'. After 4 stops, get off at 'Universität'. Once you exit the station, head east on 'Ludwigstraße' for about 300 meters until you reach 'Sophienstraße'. Turn left onto 'Sophienstraße' and walk for about 200 meters. The Gedenkstein an die erste Gleichstromfernübertragung will be on your right at 'Sophienstraße 7A'.
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Tram
If you prefer tram travel, find a nearby tram stop. Take tram line 27 from 'Stachus' towards 'Amalienburgstraße'. After 6 stops, get off at 'München, Giselastr.'. From the tram stop, walk north on 'Giselastr.' until it intersects with 'Sophienstraße'. Turn left onto 'Sophienstraße' and walk for about 200 meters. The Gedenkstein an die erste Gleichstromfernübertragung will be on your right at 'Sophienstraße 7A'.
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Walking
If you're close to the city center, you can walk to the Gedenkstein an die erste Gleichstromfernübertragung. Start at 'Marienplatz', head north on 'Weinstraße' for about 600 meters until you reach 'Ludwigstraße'. Turn right and continue for about 400 meters. Turn left onto 'Sophienstraße', and the Gedenkstein will be on your left at 'Sophienstraße 7A'. This is a scenic walk that will allow you to enjoy the architecture and atmosphere of the city.
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