# Karlsplatz (Stachus)

Munich, Germany

Munich's bustling western gateway, officially named for Elector Karl Theodor in 1797 but universally called the Stachus. Around the medieval Karlstor gate, curving Rondell buildings, a summer fountain and an underground concourse mark one of the city's busiest crossings.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Karlsplatz (Stachus), with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 48.13917, 11.56583

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