Following the Wiesn festivities, the main train station becomes pricey; find relief at the public restrooms which offer free use
In the heart of Munich, the cost of using public toilets varies, with the exception of a few facilities that remain free.
The public toilet at the U-Bahn station Theresienwiese, though not newsworthy in this article, is a free, unisex, and barrier-free option. On the other hand, the public toilet at the central station comes with a heftier price tag of 1.50 euros.
Elsewhere in the city centre, the public toilets at U-Bahn stations and other locations cost 60 cents per use. These include the toilets at Goetheplatz, Sendlinger Tor, and Marienplatz. The toilet in the courtyard of Marienplatz town hall and the one at the U-Bahn station Marienplatz, operated by Hering Sanikonzept, fall under this category.
However, there are a few exceptions to this standard rate. The public toilet at Nußbaumpark is the only free one among the ones mentioned, offering a cost-free, unisex, and barrier-free facility. Another unique case is the Brausebad by the main entrance to the Oktoberfest, which is managed by the city's municipal department and remains free and barrier-free.
Alternative toilets are available on the way from the Oktoberfest to the central station, providing options for those seeking to avoid the higher costs.
The operating company of the public toilets has defended the price increase, citing recent cost increases as the reason. The company running the "Rail&fresh" facility at Munich Central Station, which now costs 1.50 euros, is responsible for the most expensive public toilets. They argue that the higher price is necessary to pay for cleaning staff and maintain comfort and cleanliness.
The spokesperson for the passenger association Pro Bahn, however, views the price increase critically, questioning the necessity of such a rise. Ulrich Gammel, the toilet coordinator of the city's senior advisory board, shares this sentiment, arguing that in many major cities around the world, toilet use is usually free.
Despite the controversy, some public toilets in the city centre offer additional amenities. The public toilet at Marienplatz, for instance, is not only barrier-free but also features a drinking water fountain.
As the city continues to navigate these changes, the cost and accessibility of public toilets remain topics of discussion among residents and visitors alike.
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