Germany: Demonstrators set to gather in Munich September 12

Event

Demonstrators are set to gather in the Theresienwiese area of Munich on Saturday, September 12, as part of a series of rallies against COVID-19 related restrictions in the country. The event is scheduled to go ahead despite limitations on protests due to COVID-19; protests are only permitted to take place between 15:00 and 19:30 (local time) and a maximum of 1000 participants are allowed. Officials have denied permission for the protesters to march into the city. However, counter-protests are also likely.

A heightened security presence, as well as localized transportation disruptions, are expected in the vicinity of the demonstrations.

Advice

Those in Munich are advised to monitor developments, avoid protests and demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate a heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions around protest sites, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.