New T1 Pier at Munich Airport Brings International Shopping, Travel Essentials and Regional Character to Non-Schengen Passengers

(IN SHORT) Munich Airport’s new T1 Pier, which opened for non-Schengen traffic on April 21, 2026, introduces a retail and services concept that combines international shopping with Bavarian character. Covering 95,000 square meters and adding capacity for up to six million passengers per year, the pier has been designed for international long-haul travelers, with retail, services and dining integrated into the architecture and passenger flow. A key highlight is Munich Airport’s first walk-through duty-free store, located immediately after security and offering beauty, spirits and accessories. Much of the retail offer is operated by eurotrade Flughafen München Handels GmbH, while third-party brands such as TUMI, FC Bayern Fan Shop and Capi Electronics add international appeal and local relevance. The broader brand mix includes BOSS, Polo Ralph Lauren, Emporio Armani, Breitling, LEGO, Sprüngli, Travelex, MyDutyFree and MyCorner, creating a commercial environment that combines premium travel retail, luxury products, services and Munich-linked brand identity.

(PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, Germany, 2026-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Munich Airport’s new T1 Pier has introduced a retail, dining and services concept designed to blend international shopping with a strong sense of Bavarian character, creating a more distinctive experience for passengers traveling outside the Schengen area.

The new pier, which began operations on April 21, 2026, covers 95,000 square meters and adds capacity for up to six million passengers per year. Developed for non-Schengen traffic, the terminal area has been planned with international long-haul travelers in mind, combining efficient passenger handling with a broader commercial and hospitality offer.

Rather than presenting retail as a simple sequence of standalone shops, Munich Airport has integrated shopping, services and gastronomy into the wider terminal environment. The concept is closely connected to the architecture, passenger routes and the quality of time spent in the pier, encouraging travelers not only to move through the space efficiently but also to browse, shop and spend more time in the terminal area.

The design of the T1 Pier reflects Munich’s position as an international city with a distinct Bavarian identity. Natural materials, warm tones and clear architectural lines create an atmosphere that feels modern and global while remaining connected to the region’s landscape and cultural character.

A major commercial feature of the new pier is Munich Airport’s first walk-through duty-free store. Positioned directly after security, the store guides passengers through a curated selection of beauty products, spirits and accessories. Its location makes use of a key point in the passenger journey, placing the shopping experience at the start of post-security dwell time.

The walk-through format is intended to create a strong commercial opening for the new pier while giving passengers an intuitive route into the retail area. It also marks an important step in the development of travel retail at Munich Airport.

A significant share of the retail operation is managed by eurotrade Flughafen München Handels GmbH, a subsidiary of Munich Airport. Sven Zahn, Managing Director of eurotrade Flughafen München Handels GmbH, said the new eurotrade spaces in the T1 Pier have been designed from the passenger’s perspective, with a focus on accessibility, quality and seamless integration into passenger flows. He said the walk-through duty-free store is a clear signal of the continued development of travel retail at the airport.

The new pier also includes selected partner brands that add international recognition and regional relevance. TUMI brings premium luggage and travel products to the terminal, while the FC Bayern Fan Shop connects the retail offer with one of Munich’s most globally recognised institutions. Capi Electronics provides passengers with technology products, travel accessories and gadgets before departure.

Maria Dahlhaus, Senior Vice President Commercial Activities at Flughafen München GmbH, said the new T1 Pier gives brands an environment that is premium, international and unmistakably Bavarian. She said the airport is working with strong partners to create an attractive marketplace that combines premium travel essentials, brand experiences and regional identity.

The brand mix in the T1 Pier includes BOSS, Polo Ralph Lauren, Emporio Armani, Breitling, TUMI, Luxury Bags, Capi, LEGO, Sprüngli, Tripidi, Travelex, MyDutyFree, MyCorner and the FC Bayern Store. The result is a retail offer that brings together luxury and premium goods, travel essentials, services, confectionery, electronics and locally recognisable concepts.

By combining international retail with Munich’s regional identity, the new T1 Pier aims to make the airport experience more engaging for long-haul passengers while strengthening the commercial offer within Terminal 1.

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SOURCE: Flughafen München GmbH