Accessibility At Oktoberfest: Everything You Need To Know

In need of all the details about accessibility at Oktoberfest? Whether you are searching for info on barrier free access, where the best tents are or services to support your visit, we’ve got all the details for you here!

Oktoberfest is the world’s biggest Volksfest — and Munich has made big strides to make sure the Wiesn is as inclusive and accessible as possible. Whether you use a wheelchair, have reduced mobility, or need extra assistance navigating the festival grounds, this guide will help you enjoy Oktoberfest 2025 without missing out on the beer, food, or fun.

Quick Facts: Accessibility at Oktoberfest

• Barrier-free access: Theresienwiese U-Bahn station has elevators & ramps.
• Accessible toilets: Available in every tent and throughout the festival grounds.
• Wheelchair spaces: Reserved seating in all large tents (must be pre-booked).
• Carer access: Many rides and areas allow free entry for registered carers.
• Parking: Designated disabled parking near the festival grounds.

Travelling To Oktoberfest

Visitors with disabilities can easily access the Oktoberfest grounds through public transportation. All U-Bahn stations near the arena have accessible lifts to aid your arrival at Wiesn. Make sure to check “MVG Fahrinfo München” app for information on which lifts are in service.

If you don´t already know, the stations near the venue are the following:

• Theresienwiese and Schwanthalerhöhe (U4/U5)
• Poccistraße and Goetheplatz (U3/U6)
• Heimeranplatz (U4/U5 & S7/S20
• Hackerbrucke (S1-8)

Accessible Parking

Designated disabled parking is available near Bavariaring and Poccistraße, but spaces are limited (public transport is usually the easier option we’ve heard).

However, if, you’ve decided to go by car, don’t worry too much about parking spaces! There are many disabled parking places available on the southern part of the Theresienwiese (entry via Hans-Fischer-Strasse) for those with a blue parking permit which are entitled to free parking.

💡 Tip: Accessible taxis are available in Munich, but book in advance for weekends.

Accessibility Inside the Tents

At Oktoberfest, everyone should have fun. And luckily there are ramps and wheelchair accessible tents and attractions for those who need it.

In short, Every large Oktoberfest tent offers:

• Reserved wheelchair spaces (book early — demand is high).
• Accessible restrooms with wider entrances.
• Ground-level seating options to avoid stairs.

Large tents and outside garden areas have at least 20 spaces for the disabled except of Käfer Wiesn Schänke and wine tent, which have only 10 spots.

Wheelchair users can also find seats in the smaller Oktoberfest tents. But, it should be noted that if the tents are closed due to overcrowding, a reservation will be the only way to be admitted.

💡Pro tip: The Augustiner Festhalle and Paulaner Festzelt are especially wheelchair-friendly, with wider aisles and easy-to-reach seating.

Accessible Rides & Attractions

Not every ride is barrier-free, but many of the modern rides have ramps and transfer assistance. Staff are generally happy to help, and some attractions allow carers free access.

Some of the attractions available for those in need of a wheelchair include:

• The classic Oktoberfest Ferris Wheel
• Bumper Cars
• “Bayern-Crash”
• “Geisterpalast”
• “Geisterschloss”
• “Fahrt zur Hölle”
• “Wilde Maus”
• “Jumanji”

Wheelchair users can also shoot their shot at the Eichel shooting gallery, Kraus shooting gallery, “Globus” shooting gallery or through throwing booths like “Ringwerfen” and “V.I.P. Party” or at the Oidn Wiesn.

Best options: Ferris wheel, carousel, and slower-paced family rides.

Vision Impaired / Blind Accessibility

The visually impaired will also have a variety of attractions that have been made equally as accessible.

During the attractions, they will be accompanied on request and have other attractions explained to them by trained employees. Nonetheless, some rides also have instructions and information in braille!

Some of the rides which include assistance/explanations from employees include the “Fahrt zur Hölle” , a 3 minute ride on a ghost train and “Dschungelcamp”.

Accessible Toilets

Throughout the Wiesn, you’ll find barrier-free toilets (marked with international accessibility symbols). Each tent has at least one, and there are multiple facilities on the festival grounds.

On the event grounds, there are six more barrier-free toilets:

• At the festival entry, the Theresienwiese Service Centre (SZT)
• Behind the Marionette Theatre on the grounds of Oidn Wiesn
• Shortly after the main entrance, to the right, in front of the Marstall tent
• At the Esperantoplatz entrance
• At street C, opposite the Oidn Wiesn exit OW 2
• A “toilet for all” near the handicapped parking lot at the junction of street D/street 6.

Helpful tip: If you haven’t heard about the EU WC Key, this is super helpful! It is a special key that can be purchased by those with disabilities that opens a huge number of public disabled toilets (including the ones at Oktonerfest!) for hassle free access.

Wheelchair Services

Wiesn tourists who need a wheelchair will be lent one (for free!!!) in exchange for a ID as a deposit.

These wheelchairs can be picked up from the luggage storage facilities, which are located at the Hans-Fischer-Strasse entrance on the southern portion of the Theresienwiese (G 10) and G1 at the primary entry point.

Reservations should be made by contacting 0176/438 315 66.

Food & Drink Accessibility

One of the best things about Oktoberfest (apart from the beer) is the food! The most awesome part of this? All are accessible to all…and did you know, many also have vegan and vegetarian options? Talk about really making it for all.

Beer servers are used to accommodating requests — if you need a straw, lighter glassware, or extra assistance carrying food, don’t hesitate to ask. Many tents also have dedicated staff on Family Days who are trained to help guests with accessibility needs.

All festival buildings and catering enterprises at Oktoberfest have ground-level or ramped entrances as all innkeepers are required to provide wheelchair access in order for everyone to enjoy the food and drinks offered.

Those who are visually impaired or blind have also been thought of and therefore will have the possibility to choose from menus written in braille.

At Georg Rieger jun., fans of a yummy gingerbread heart may buy sweet heart variations with Braille lettering.

The festive eateries that have menus in braille include:

• Café Schiebl
• Fischer Vroni
• Schottenhamel Festhalle
• Kufflers Weinzelt
• Fisch-Bäda
•  Glöckle Wirt
•  Entenbraterei
•  Wurst- und Hühnerbraterei Heinz
•  Poschner’s Hühner- und Entenbraterei
• Hühnerbraterei Münchner Stubn
• Knödelei
• Crêpes Stadl
• Schlemmerhütte
• Spanferkel Alm
• Bratwurststand Kraus
• Baumstrietzelstand

Final Prost

Oktoberfest 2025 is committed to making sure everyone can join in on the world’s biggest party. With barrier-free transport, accessible tents, and facilities throughout the grounds, the Wiesn is more inclusive than ever.

Accessibility At Oktoberfest- FAQ

Is Oktoberfest wheelchair accessible?

Yes. All tents, main U-Bahn stations, and several rides are wheelchair accessible.

Do I need to book wheelchair seating in advance?

Yes, each tent reserves a limited number of spots, so booking early is essential.

Are there accessible toilets at Oktoberfest?

Yes, every large tent and several locations across the festival grounds have barrier-free toilets.

Can carers enter for free?

Many attractions allow carers free entry — ask at the ride or tent entrance.

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