BMW Open Tennis Munich 2026 – World-Class Tennis at MTTC Iphitos

Every spring, Munich becomes the focal point of the European clay court season – and in 2026, the BMW Open Tennis Munich promises more than ever before. From April 11th to 19th, 2026, the MTTC Iphitos on the northern edge of the English Garden transforms into one of Germany's most exclusive tennis stages. With the upgrade to the prestigious ATP 500 category in 2025, the tournament has reached a new dimension: Top-10 players like Alexander Zverev are now regular participants, and international attention is greater than ever. Around 70,000 spectators are expected over the nine days of the tournament – a true spring highlight for tennis fans and sports enthusiasts from all over Europe.

Those who want to experience the BMW Open up close should plan ahead: The tournament spans a full week, and experienced visitors recommend spending at least two to three days on-site to fully enjoy both the matches on Center Court and the atmosphere on the outer courts through ground-hopping. A central place to stay with good connections to public transport is essential. As a hotel near the MTTC Iphitos, the Hotel am Schlosspark zum Kurfuerst in Oberschleissheim offers exactly that – quietly located, well-connected, and an ideal starting point for your tennis weekend in Munich.

The BMW Open is not just any tennis tournament. It is one of the oldest and most traditional clay court events in the German-speaking region, embedded in the elegant club atmosphere of the MTTC Iphitos – and it is precisely this combination of world-class sport and special flair that makes it so unique. Here, the best in the world play on level ground with the audience; the distances between spectators and players are short, and the mood is familiar yet electrifying. Read on to learn everything you need to know for your visit.

BMW Open 2026 – The Tournament in Detail

The BMW Open Munich is part of the ATP 500 series – which means: Here, there are not only attractive world ranking points for the players, but also a field of participants that is truly impressive. The world's best clay court specialists travel to Munich to get in shape for the French Open. The tournament is therefore an important benchmark on the road to Roland Garros – and for tennis fans, a rare opportunity to experience world-class tennis in an intimate club atmosphere that you simply won't find at Grand Slams or major Masters events.

The MTTC Iphitos is one of the most renowned tennis clubs in Germany and, with its historic character and well-maintained clay courts, provides the perfect setting for a high-class tennis tournament. Unlike at huge stadium facilities, you are close here – to the players, to the coaches, and to the atmosphere. Ground-hopping, i.e., moving from court to court and watching different matches, is a true experience at the MTTC Iphitos.

Key Facts about the BMW Open 2026

• Tournament Category: ATP 500 (upgraded since 2025)
• Date: April 11th to 19th, 2026 (9 match days)
• Venue: MTTC Iphitos, Iphitosstraße 3, 80802 Munich (at the northern English Garden)
• Surface: Clay (outdoor courts)
• Expected Players: Top 10 players, including Alexander Zverev (defending champion)
• Admission: Daily from approx. 10:00 AM
• Match Start: Generally from 11:00 AM
• Finals: Sunday, April 19th, 2026, from approx. 1:30 PM
• Expected Spectators: Approx. 70,000