Ratschbankerl in Munich

The data set includes the list of ‘Ratschbankerl’ in the Munich urban area.

A place to sit and talk: The ‘Ratschbankerl’ is intended to set an example against loneliness and to create meeting places in Munich in all social regions.
In each district, a suitable bench was chosen, which was marked by a board with the inscription ‘Ratschbankerl’. Anyone who sits down on it invites others to a conversation and also makes himself available as a conversation partner.

In total, there are 25 signposted benches.
This makes the bank a special place to meet. People can meet casually, it helps to overcome social barriers and to get into conversation casually.