Munich's Bavarian Prevention Day on 12 October offered free health events across the city

The Bavarian Prevention Day was scheduled for Monday 12 October at various locations across Munich. Residents could take part in person or online in exercise sessions, talks on health topics and activities focused on preventive care.

Mayor Verena Dietl said: "I am pleased that we can offer the people of Munich a varied programme for Prevention Day. The day shows how institutions, clubs and public bodies are working together to promote the health of Munich's residents. I warmly invite everyone to make use of what is on offer and to take an active role in their own health."

Beatrix Zurek, head of the city's health department, said: "Coinciding with the start of the cold season, Prevention Day reminds us how we can strengthen our health through simple measures. Alongside the public events, activities are also taking place in nurseries, schools and other institutions to strengthen health and prevention in everyday life."

The Prevention Day is held every October. It aims to show the opportunities that prevention and health promotion offer at every stage of life and to create a positive climate for prevention.

The programme and information on taking part are available on the Health Advisory Council's website at https://gesundheitsbeirat.muenchen.de/praeventionstag-2026/.