Munich's startup scene is supported by a variety of accelerators and incubators. These programs help early-stage companies across many different industries, from technology to social good.

For example, Moonrock Capital has made over 50 investments, mainly in the Web3 space. Siemens Technology Accelerator has also been active, with more than 20 investments and 3 exits.

Below is our list of the best 10 accelerators and incubators in Munich.

Failory's Top 10 Picks

Siemens Technology Accelerator builds new companies by commercializing technologies developed within Siemens. They provide entrepreneurs with access to a portfolio of deep-tech innovations, helping to spin them out into independent, non-strategic ventures.

Year Founded2001
FoundersChristian Wiesinger, Rudolf Freytag
Nº of Investments21
Nº of Exits3

Siemens Mobile Acceleration helps startups build innovative applications for mobile communication networks. Participating startups gain access to the deep industry expertise and resources of the global technology company to bring their mobile solutions to market.

Year Founded2001
Founders
Nº of Investments11
Nº of Exits2

As a crypto native venture capital boutique, Moonrock Capital incubates and invests in promising Web3 and blockchain startups. They provide essential funding and strategic guidance to help these early-stage companies shape the future of the decentralized world.

Year Founded2019
FoundersSimon Dedic, Jonathan Habicht, Alex Smith
Nº of Investments55
Nº of Exits1
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MING Labs operates as a global digital business builder, partnering with both startups and corporations to design and launch new ventures. They provide hands-on expertise in strategy, user experience design, and software development to bring innovative digital products to market.

Year Founded2011
FoundersSebastian Mueller, Matthias Roebel, Marc Seefelder
Nº of Investments2
Nº of Exits1

The WFP Innovation Accelerator identifies, supports, and scales high-potential solutions aimed at ending hunger on a global scale. It connects these ventures with the vast resources and network of the World Food Programme, helping them grow from promising ideas into impactful, real-world applications.

Year Founded2016
Founders
Nº of Investments2
Nº of Exits1
Program TypeOn-Site

German Accelerator empowers high-potential German startups to break into international markets like the U.S. and Asia. They provide deep mentorship and strategic connections to a global network of partners and investors through highly-customized immersion programs.

Year Founded2011
FoundersGerman Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy BMWi, Dietmar Harhoff, Dirk Kanngiesser, Andy Goldstein
Nº of Investments1
Nº of Exits

As the open innovation hub for global telecommunications company Telefónica, Wayra Germany invests in tech startups with strategic potential. They provide founders with capital and unparalleled access to Telefónica's vast network and business units to help them scale.

Year Founded2011
Founders
Nº of Investments3
Nº of Exits

SevenAccelerator propels seed-stage startups into the German-speaking market through a unique Media4Equity model. They provide extensive media and advertising campaigns in exchange for equity, giving companies the powerful brand exposure needed to scale.

Year Founded2013
Founders
Nº of Investments12
Nº of Exits
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Vispiron operates as a key engineering partner for the automotive industry, specializing in the development of innovative electrical, electronic, and mechatronic systems. They help companies shape future mobility and sustainability through a range of services from system development and testing to specialized solutions in e-mobility charging and fleet management.

Year Founded2002
FoundersAmir Roughani
Nº of Investments2
Nº of Exits

EIT Health Wild Card’s open innovation program builds new ventures from scratch to tackle major challenges in HealthTech and Life Sciences. They bring together talented individuals and teams, providing the resources and guidance needed to launch impactful companies.

Year Founded2017
Founders
Nº of Investments2
Nº of Exits