Cafeteria im Munich Urban Colab mit zwei Tischen mit jungen Personen

Our service for

Entrepreneurs and startups

Active networks, support for startups, and a young, creative environment – Munich has lots to offer both new and potential entrepreneurs.

Support for new businesses

munich business offers all kinds of information to support the region’s startup scene. You can get general and specific advice, as well as assistance with networking and particular projects.   


Tailored to your needs: our info and services

  • Coworking Spaces

    A large number of coworking spaces can be found in Munich. Here you can quickly get an overview - by map or list.

    Karte der Münchner Coworking Spaces
  • Commercial District Management

    A tool from munich business and the City of Munich to help ensure that Munich’s commercial districts are fit for the future

    Grafik mit Verortung der drei Pilotgebiete in Münchenumriss
  • Munich Industrial Centers

    The Munich Industrial Centers provide commercial space for small skilled crafts, trades, and industrial businesses, and thus also for new products as well as innovative ideas and craftsmanship.

    Die MGH vermietet seit diesem Monat Flächen im neuen Gewerbehof Nord. Er ist der neunte Standort in München.
  • Expat communities

    Munich is home to sizeable international communities and many international companies. New foreign residents therefore find it easy to make contact.

    expat communities
  • Climate protection and resources

    Here you can find our programs offering expert support on the path to reduced CO2 emissions and resource use, climate neutrality, the circular economy, and greater energy efficiency.

    Zwei Hände halten eine Weltkugel mit Hochhäusern, PV-Paneelen und Windrädern
  • ECOPROFIT

    ÖKOPROFIT is the environmental consulting and climate protection program for Munich companies. We have been supporting companies in climate and environmental protection since 1998.

    Logo ÖKOPROFIT Anzeige
  • Information event "How to start a business"

    Take advantage of our two-hour online info session to get a concise overview of all the important startup topics.

    Foto eines Notebook-Bildschirms mit 4 Gesichtern, Kamera blickt einem weiteren Teilnehmer oder Teilnehmerin über die Schulte
  • Munich Urban Colab

    Munich Urban Colab, the new innovation center in Munich’s “Creative Quarter”, is a joint initiative of the City of Munich and UnternehmerTUM.

    Munich Urban Colab Fassade
  • Kreativ München

    The Kreativ München team is the first point of contact for all creative and cultural practitioners in Munich.

    2 Personen im Beratungsgespräch beim Kompetenzteam für die Kultur- und Kreativwirtschaft
  • Support for crowdfunding

    This program offers a 60 percent grant for all creative services linked to crowdfunding campaigns in Munich.

    zwei Männer und zwei Frauen sitzen an einem Tisch und hören der einen Frau zu, die spricht
  • Startup advice

    Free advice for Munich’s entrepreneurs: We offer independent, expert advice on going self-employed.

    Header-Symbole auf der Startseite der Gründungsberatungsplattform gruenden-muenchen.de
  • Impact Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation

    We are your point of contact for the topic of impact entrepreneurship and social innovation.

    Gruppe von Menschen im Gespräch

News for entrepreneurs and startups

Munich has the most patents in Europe

10.04.2026

Der Hauptsitz des EPA in München

Munich is solidifying its role as a hub for innovation, as evidenced by the European Patent Office’s Technology Dashboard.

The "Food Startup Campus"

25.03.2026

zwei Food-Gründer-Personen am Stand

The "Food Startup Campus" will take place on April 21 at Munich University of Applied Sciences. It showcases Munich’s dynamic food scene, incubators, and networks.

Starting a business in Munich

24.03.2026

Collage Menschen mit grafischen Symbolen zu Wirtschaft

A solid understanding of entrepreneurship is key to getting off to a good start. Here’s an overview of how the Munich Startup Office supports entrepreneurs in Munich