Munich Tool Library
The Munich Tool Library is the city’s first community-based lending service for tools, machines, cleaning devices, party gear, and event equipment. Our mission: make access to equipment easy, affordable, and circular.
Founded in 2021 by the non-profit Erfindergarden Foundation, our goal is to empower people to build, repair, and create — without needing to own everything. We believe access to tools should be a right, not a luxury.
Our Impact-Driven Mission
We are committed to resource-saving, climate-friendly, and socially just urban development.
Our impact: More people in Munich share tools, repair things themselves, and embrace a more sustainable lifestyle.
What we offer
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A broad selection of tools, cleaning gear, party supplies, and event materials
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Affordable memberships and lending plans
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Support for repair initiatives and DIY projects
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24/7 access via smart locker stations
Our Locations
Gasteig Lending Hub (Fat Cat)
Rosenheimer Str. 5, 81667 Munich
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Opening hours: Tue 18:30–20:00, Thu 17:00–19:00, Sat 10:00–12:00
Trudering Lending Hub
Truderinger Str. 288, 81827 Munich
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Opening hours: Wed 17:00–19:00, Sat 10:00–12:00
24/7 Smart Locker Stations
Gasteig Station (in the courtyard)
Rosenheimer Str. 5, 81667 Munich
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Open daily 24/7 via smart lockers
Halle 2 Station
Peter-Anders-Str. 15, 81549 Munich
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Open daily 24/7 via smart lockers
Supported by
The Munich Tool Library is a project of the non-profit Erfindergarden Foundation and is supported by the Environmental Department of the City of Munich
Partner with us
We are looking for international collaborators to bring community-based tool libraries and repair culture to new places.
Interested in piloting this model in your city, university or EU project?