GeodataService Munich

We are responsible for collecting, maintaining and providing municipal geodata. Our main responsibilities  include:

• Surveying: We carry out precise surveys in the fields of cadastral and engineering surveying, and provide the baseline data for property transfers, construction projects, maps and plans.
• Data management: We collect, manage and update geospatial data in various formats to provide you with up-to-date information.
• Mapping: We produce thematic maps that visualise key information on a wide range of topics.
• Advice and support: We answer any question you may have about our geospatial data and offer support in using our services.

Geodata is information with a spatial reference and forms the basis for maps, 3D city models and digital applications. It covers information on buildings, plots of land, roads, green spaces, trees, bodies of water, as well as aerial imagery and utility networks. Geodata supports the city administration in areas such as planning new residential areas, traffic management, climate protection and the management of urban infrastructure. It is therefore an essential foundation for sustainable and future-proof urban development. It helps us to understand the spatial relationships within Munich and to make informed decisions. Our team works closely with other city departments and agencies to continuously improve the quality and availability of geospatial information

Some of the activities carried out by GeodatenService München are public authority functions of the City of Munich. This means that they bear a special legal responsibility and obligation to safeguard the public interest and the provision of high-quality geodata.

At the same time, we use innovative methods of data collection and presentation. When collecting our spatial data, we do not rely solely on traditional instruments. We also use innovative mobile mapping solutions, such as our own systems for capturing panoramic images (‘Street View’), unmanned aerial vehicles (‘drones’) and advanced laser scanners. We use proven methods to process and present the resulting data We also create game-engine-based visualisations that can be explored on a computer or through augmented and virtual reality.

Through the Munich Geodata Service, we aim to promote transparency and public participation. We invite you to use our online platforms to access maps, data and information that are of interest to you. You can also make use of various services we offer and purchase products that you may need, for example, for construction projects.

The Land Management Department contributes to forward-looking, legally compliant and sustainable land use and management.

The Land Surveying Section maintains the land register, thereby providing the basis for a comprehensive register of all parcels of land in Munich. We precisely survey the boundaries of city-owned properties, thereby safeguarding the City of Munich’s property rights. Based on this data, the Planning Basis and Research Unit prepares the City of Munich’s development plans. Where existing data is insufficient for planning purposes, we carry out research into cadastral, planning and property-law matters. The residential development plans of the City of Munich always require an assessment of reasonableness regarding the costs and burdens incurred under a development plan.

The SoBoN/Land Redistribution Division is responsible for processing development plans that require comprehensive land redistribution, including the use of socially equitable land redistribution measures. These land redistribution processes take place within a framework of a consensual statutory procedures aimed at reorganising and optimally allocating plots of land This division is also responsible for conducting and coordinating these procedures and preparing the relevant plans. On this basis, the secretariat of the Land Readjustment Committee prepares decisions for City of Munich’s Land Readjustment Committee.

The department serves as the public-facing hub of GeodatenService München and provides a range of geospatial service. For example, it provides the official site plans available. These consist of a comprehensive compilation of specialist data and maps relevant to building regulations, which serve as an important basis for planning purposes and building permit procedures.

Another key responsibility is the city-wide allocation of house numbers. The city names public streets and other public spaces and assigns house numbers to ensure quick and reliable navigation throughout Munich.

The Service Centre also acts as the central point of contact for citizens, providing support with questions and issues relating to geodata.  

Another service provided is our Central Aerial Photography Office, which is responsible for acquiring and providing up-to-date aerialimagery. In addition, other image-based recordings are produced.  We also produce other forms of image-based data and analyse this data using remote sensing and AI-assisted methods.

Through the Munich GeoPortal (and the city’s internal GeoInfoWeb), we provide comprehensive information on urban development and infrastructure to support urban planning and decision-making, and to keep the public informed in a transparent and comprehensive manner.

Since 2019, the Munich Geodata Service has been developing the Digital Twin Munich in collaboration with the IT Department and ten other municipal departments. Through its collaborative, cross-departmental approach, geodata, extensive specialist datasets and other information are standardised and integrated in an interoperable manner. Interactive 3D models, extended reality (XR) applications and scenario-based simulations enable decision-makers and citizens to explore alternatives and visualise the potential impacts of planning decisions, thereby supporting Munich’s urban development.

Through cross-city collaborations and funding projects such as CUT (Connected Urban Twins) and ASCEND, the Munich Digital Twin contributes to national and European standardisation initiatives and helps develop transferable solutions for other cities.

The Geoinformation Department plays a central role in the city’s data infrastructure. Its responsibilities includethe geodata pool, which brings together a wide range of geodata and makes it available to both the public and internal users. The geodata infrastructure provides the core systems and standards required to manage and use this data.

The department also works with technologies such as 3D data and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) These technologies enable complex spatial analyses and provide the basis for a wide range of planning and decision-making processes. The Official City Map, also known as the Infrastructure Atlas, provides a comprehensive overview of the city’s infrastructure and supports urban planning.

The Technical Surveying Department ensures that all technical aspects of surveying and data collection are carried out precisely and reliably, helping to maintain high data quality.

The Street Naming Team is responsible for coordinating and managing the procedures for assigning street names. Different procedures apply depending on whether a street is named after a person. Street names named after individuals are assigned by a resolution of the City Council, while other street names are assigned by resolution of the relevant district committee.

Street names primarily serve as a means of orientation and, together with house numbers, are essential for locating properties. They also contribute to public safety and order. Naming a street after a person is considered a high form of honour bestowed by the city The city therefore applies rigorous standards when selecting such names to ensure that they are appropriate and worthy of this distinction.

House numbers throughout Munich are allocated centrally by GeodatenService München. The city names public streets and spaces, such as roads, squares and bridges, and assigns house numbers. This includes the initial allocation of house numbers, renumbering and the withdrawal of existing numbers. The aim is to ensure that people can locate addresses quickly and reliably throughout the city.  Private access roads may also be named where they serve a similar function and where a name is necessary to make individual properties easier to locate.