Meet the most beautiful stadiums in the Bundesliga
Written by Emma BergerDec 15, 2022
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Want to know everything about the stadiums in Germany? Then you’ve come to the right place. Whether you are just a fan of Bundesliga stadiums, have booked a trip to Germany or are planning a football match in Germany. You can find all information on German football temples here. Get to know all the Bundesliga stadiums!
In Germany, the highest division of professional football is called the Bundesliga. This world-renowned football league was founded on 28 July 1962. After the highest national division Bundesliga, come ‘2. Bundesliga’ and ‘3. Liga’. In the overview below, we present you 18 German stadiums and therefore 18 football clubs. All of these play in the Bundesliga.
| Stadium | Capacity | City | Football club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18. Stadion An der Alten Försterei | 22.012 | Berlin | FC Union Berlin |
| 17. Vonovia Ruhrstadion | 26.000 | Bochum | VfL Bochum |
| 16. Volkswagen Arena | 30.000 | Wolfsburg | VfL Wolfsburg |
| 15. PreZero Arena | 30.150 | Sinsheim | TSG 1899 Hoffenheim |
| 14. BayArena | 30.210 | Leverkusen | Bayer 04 Leverkusen |
| 13. WWK ARENA | 30.660 | Augsburg | FC Augsburg |
| 12. Mewa Arena | 33.305 | Mainz | FSV Mainz 05 |
| 11. Europa-Park Stadion | 34.700 | Freiburg | SC Freiburg |
| 10. Wohninvest-Weserstadion | 42.100 | Bremen | SV Werder Bremen |
| 9. Red Bull Arena | 47.069 | Leipzig | RB Leipzig |
| 8. RheinEnergieStadion | 50.000 | Cologne | FC Köln |
| 7. Deutsche Bank Park | 51.500 | Frankfurt | Eintracht Frankfurt |
| 6. Stadion im Borussia-Park | 54.042 | Mönchengladbach | Borussia Mönchen- gladbach |
| 5. Mercedes-Benz Arena | 60.449 | Stuttgart | VFB Stuttgart |
| 4. Veltins-Arena | 62.271 | Gelsenkirchen | Schalke 04 |
| 3. Olympiastadion Berlin | 74.667 | Berlin | Hertha BSC |
| 2. Allianz Arena | 75.024 | Munich | Bayern München |
| 1. Signal Iduna Park | 81.365 | Dortmund | Borussia Dortmund |
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Stadion An der alten Försterei, also known as Alte Försterei, is a favourite stadium of loyal FC Union Berlin supporters. The doors of the Stadion An der alten Försterei opened in 1920. FC Union’s home ground is named after the location of an old forestry. If you ask supporters, the Stadion An der alten Försterei is Germany’s most beautiful stadium. It started out as a stadium with standing room only, but eventually it had to meet certain professional football requirements. Rebuilding it would cost too much money, so as many as 2,400 supporters volunteered to help build the stadium. There are now three standing stands, plus a main stand – all covered. The stadium currently has 18,395 standing seats and 3,807 covered seats.
In addition, the atmosphere at the Stadion An der alten Försterei is quite unforgettable. Because the fans are so passionate, you can expect 90 minutes packed with energy and songs. In short, there is a great football atmosphere at every box in the stadium. If you are not yet a fan of this club, you will definitely be converted after visiting a match at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei!
Football club: FC Union Berlin
Capacity: 22,012
Opened: 1920
Vonovia Ruhrstadion is the stadium in Germany where football club VfL Bochum play their home matches. In the overview of all Bundesliga stadiums, the Vonovia Ruhrstadion is one of the smallest stadiums in Germany, after the Stadion An der Alten Försterei. Like many German stadiums, its name comes from a sponsorship deal. In 2006, the stadium changed its name to rewirpowerStadion as part of a sponsorship deal, and was changed to its current name in 2016 after a new deal, becoming the Vonovia Ruhrstadion.
The Vonovia Ruhrstadion was built with a capacity of 49,522. Over the years, this number has been reduced by a number of renovations. The latest renovation in 2003 saw the complex add more than 800 VIP boxes, a fan shop and a restaurant. What makes the stadium special is that almost half of the places are standing pitches. Some 12,025 fans go wild on these pitches, spraying beer at every good move their team makes during the match. An experience that sticks!
Football club: VfL Bochum
Capacity: 26,000
Opened: 1979
The Volkswagen Arena is a relatively compact but state-of-the-art stadium in Germany. This arena has been the home ground of VfL Wolfsburg, also known as “Die Wölfe” (the Wolves), since 2002. It has a capacity of 30,000, including 1,434 business seats and 31 VIP lounges. Die Wölfe’s home ground is not only used for football matches. Other events are also organised at this stadium, just like at many other Bundesliga stadiums. As one might expect when reading the name of this stadium, Volkswagen owns 100% of it and is also the main sponsor of all teams of the club VfL Wolfsburg.
The Volkswagen Arena stands out among the other Bundesliga stadiums because of its roof. The distinctive and sophisticated roof is translucent, creating a breathtaking atmosphere in the stadium. Another plus, the advanced roof covers all the supporters’ seats. Can you already see yourself watching football under the stars in this state-of-the-art stadium in Germany?
Football club: VfL Wolfsburg
Capacity: 30,000
Opened: 2003
Rhein-Neckar-Arena, better known by its sponsor name PreZero Arena, is a football stadium in Sinsheim, not far from Hoffenheim. The arena is the home ground of TSG 1899 Hoffenheim and is ranked number 15 largest stadium in the Bundesliga. Hundreds of home games, the 2011 Women’s World Cup and many international matches have already been played on the turf of the PreZero Arena. Thousands of people have gathered there to experience cultural events and create unforgettable memories since the stadium opened in January 2009.
As TSG 1899 Hoffenheim is a relatively new club, major derbies have not yet been played at the PreZero Arena. Although the last matches they played against Bayern Munich have been quite the spectacle.
Football club: TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
Capacity: 30,150
Opened: 2009
Leverkusen is home to the German football stadium the BayArena. This is where Bayer Leverkusen’s home matches are played. During a Bundesliga match, there is room for around 30,210 spectators.
What makes the BayArena so unique compared to all other Bundesliga stadiums is that a hotel (Linder Hotel BayArena) was built attached to the arena in 1999. This hotel’s suites and restaurant have a view of the pitch. The most recent renovation took place in 2009. The current circular roof was installed, making the stadium a real eye-catcher. This roof has a diameter of 217m, ensuring that seats in even the front row are sufficiently sheltered from sun and rain. In short, the BayArena is one of the most modern stadiums in Germany, and perhaps even Europe. Is this stadium already on your list?
Football club: Bayer 04 Leverkusen
Capacity: 30,210
Opened: 1958
The WWK Arena is the stadium in Germany where the football club FC Augsburg plays. The stadium is located in Göggingen, Augsburg. Did you know that the WWK Arena is the first climate-neutral stadium in the world? Besides being green, the stadium can also be recognised by its colourful LED lighting on the outside.
The best day to visit the WWK ARENA is during an exciting derby. Football club FC Augsburg has two major rivals: Ingolstadt (Augsberg-Ingolstadt derby) and TSV 1860 Munich. At these two derbies, you can expect a packed stadium and a great football atmosphere.
Football club: FC Augsburg
Capacity: 30,660
Opened: 2009
Opened in 2011, Mewa Arena is another one of the modern stadiums in the Bundesliga. From the outside, it looks like a large container and this modern blockhouse is where FSV Mainz 05 play their home matches. Although there is not much catering around the stadium, it is easily accessible and the prices inside the stadium are relatively low.
In addition, this German stadium is also well equipped with all kinds of facilities: think decent toilets, simple but high-quality catering, a snack bar (tip: try the spicy Feuerwurst) and terraces where you have a good view over the whole pitch.
Visit the Mewa Arena and enjoy a great experience, with a very friendly, relaxed and cheerful atmosphere!
Football club: FSV Mainz 05
Capacity: 33,305
Opened: 2011
The Europa-Park Stadium is located next to the runway of Freiburg’s small airport. The name of this stadium comes from the club sponsor: Europa-Park. Around 34,700 spectators can gather at this new stadium in Germany to watch the club SC Freiburg play. What is distinctive about this stadium is its steep stands and modern architecture – just like many other Bundesliga stadiums.
This new stadium aims to shape a recognisable identity, while meeting increased demands for functionality, stadium experience and entertainment. The construction of this stadium is the biggest project in SC Freiburg’s history and this is not just a place to play football: besides being SC Freiburg’s football temple, the stadium is also used for other events. Multifunctionality is the name of the game !
Football club: FSV Mainz 05
Capacity: 34,700
Opening date: 2021
Wohninvest-Weserstadion, better known as the Weserstadion, is the football temple of SV Werder Bremen. At a full arena, some 42,100 spectators can gather. The Wohninvest-Weserstadion not only plays Bundesliga matches, but also hosts pop concerts and other various events. Michael Jackson and Bon Jovi have both performed there, to name a few well-known pop stars. The stadium was opened in 1909, making it one of the oldest Bundesliga stadiums in this list.
Weserstadion has been renovated several times, notably in 1963-1965, 1989, 2002, 2004 and between 2008-2011. The last renovation made this German stadium a lot more environmentally friendly. In fact, solar panels were installed on the roof during the renovation. Free tip: visit the Weser Stadium during a match between SV Werder Bremen and Hamburg, also known as Nordderby. Experience a matchday full of atmosphere, energy and songs.
Football club: SV Werder Bremen
Capacity: 42,100
Opened: 1909
RheinEnergieStadion is the home ground of football club FC Köln. That being said, it has not always been so: before 1948 Kölner BC 01 and SpVgg Sülz 07 played their home matches in this stadium. A packed arena can accommodate around 50,000 supporters. That’s a lot, but it is far from being the highest spectator count of Bundesliga stadiums.
Before the stadium was named RheinEnergieStadion in Germany, it was called Müngersdorfer Stadion. The stadium was named after the Müngersdorf district. But due to sponsor reasons, as with many other German stadiums, it is now called RheinEnergieStadion. RheinEnergieStadion was built to reduce unemployment, which was very high at the time. Over 15,000 workers worked on the stadium, which opened in 1926.
What sets the RheinEnergieStadion apart from all German stadiums is that it has a billy goat as its mascot. FC Köln’s nickname is Die Geißböcke, aka the billy goats, and they take that very seriously in Cologne. A billy goat was donated to the club in 1950 and was renamed Hennes I. The name came from Hennes Weisweiler, player and later manager of the club. And so a tradition was born. Currently, the billy goat Hennes IX is the club’s official mascot. The pet goat never misses a home game and is popular with the Cologne supporters – he is therefore also frequently visited in the zoo by FC Köln supporters.
Football club: FC Köln
Capacity: 50,000
Opened: 1923
The Red Bull Arena originated in 1954, when it was still called the Zentralstadion. After 2010, the name Red Bull Arena was chosen, because of its sponsor Red Bull. Today, the Red Bull Arena is known as the home ground of RB Leipzig. This has not always been their football temple : before that Sachsen Leipzig played its matches in this stadium in Germany. But because of empty stands due to poor performance, the arena waved goodbye to Sachsen Leipzig and welcomed RB Leipzig.
Looking for Bundesliga stadiums with a great atmosphere? Then put the Red Bull Arena on your list. 90 minutes with nearly 50,000 supporters singing songs, clapping and jumping is definitely an unforgettable experience.
Football club: Red Bull Arena
Capacity: 47,069
Opened: 1954
Tucked away in the forests of Frankfurt, you will find the Deutsche Bank Park stadium. This almost 100-year-old stadium has been the football temple of Eintracht Frankfurt since 1963. The stadium was first called the Waldstadion, then the Commerzbank-Arena and from 2020 the Deutsche Bank Park. It was one of 12 stadiums in Germany during the 2006 World Cup. Besides being used for football purposes, the arena also hosts the biggest concerts and other entertainment events.
After its most recent renovation in 2006, the stadium has been given a super-modern look, which has not at all affected its authentic atmosphere ! The ambience in the stadium and among Eintracht Frankfurt fans is insane. The loyal fans are not silent for a single minute and even when the club loses, making for a spectacular, electric atmosphere.
Football club: Eintracht Frankfurt
Capacity: 51,500
Opened: 1925
In 2004, the doors of the Stadion im Borussia-Park swung open for the first time. The stadium can be found in Mönchengladbach and Borussia Mönchengladbach’s home matches are played here. If you are looking for an atmospheric match experience within Bundesliga stadiums, the Stadion im Borussia-Park is an excellent choice.
This fantastic stadium has a top-notch atmosphere with scarves, flags and banners being waved. If you come to the stadium as a neutral fan, you will soon be transformed into a Mönchengladbach supporter. The stadium is characterised by VIP lounges, a fan shop, a museum and many catering outlets in and around the stadium.
Football club: Borussia Mönchengladbach
Capacity: 54,042
Opened: 2004
An extra-large stadium in Germany ! The Mercedes-Benz Arena is located in Stuttgart and it can fit around 60,449 supporters. It used to be a multi-purpose stadium, but after its latest renovation in 2011, it became exclusively dedicated to football. This is the football stadium where VFB Stuttgart plays its home matches.
The eye-catcher of this German stadium is its special, ornate roof. The roof is made of polyester and is supported by a steel frame that surrounds the stadium in its entirety. The white arches on the outside make it look something like a coliseum.
This stadium too, like other Bundesliga stadiums, has had different names in the past. This arena began with the name Adolf Hitler Arena. Since then, the stadium has had different names (Neckarstadion, Gottlieb-Daimler-Stadion) and in 2008 it got its current name: Mercedes-Benz Arena.
Football club: VFB Stuttgart
Capacity: 60,449
Opened: 1933
As you noticed, we are getting closer and closer to the bigger Bundesliga stadiums. Veltins-Arena has a capacity of 62,271, including 17,673 standing places during a Bundesliga match. For the first four years, the stadium was called the Arena AufSchalke in Germany, meaning “on (the district of) Schalke”. In 2005, the stadium was renamed Veltins-Arena.
The Veltins-Arena is one of the most modern stadiums in Germany in recent years. Like at Arnhem’s GelreDome, the roof can open, and the pitch can slide out of the arena, so that it won’t be damaged during concerts and so the grass can grow in natural conditions. Besides home matches of football club Schalke 04, the arena is also used for other entertainment events. So, like other German stadiums, the Veltins Arena is multifunctional.
Football club: Schalke 04
Capacity: 62,271
Opened: 2001
Olympiastadion Berlin was built for the 1936 Olympics, which were also called Adolf Hitler’s Olympics. Olympiastadion is a stadium where sport and history come together. At the time, the German government used the world event to propagate National Socialist ideology. The massive and heavy building materials give the stadium a static and closed appearance. Exactly how Hitler envisioned the stadium.
The stadium was then renovated in 1974 and 2006. The pitch was deepened several rows further, allowing spectators to sit relatively close to the pitch. What is distinctive about this stadium in Germany is the bright blue athletics track and also the roof : all seating areas are covered. Since 1963, German football club Hertha BSC has played its home matches at the Olympiastadion Berlin. Want to go for the ultimate experience at this stadium? Then experience a match between Hertha BSC and Union Berlin. The Berliner Derby is characterised by a unique atmosphere, conveying intense emotion. In short: an unforgettable experience for football fans as well as for anybody who wants to experience something new and incredible.
Football club: Hertha BSC
Capacity: 74,667
Opened: 1936
Opened in 2005, Allianz Arena is the football temple of TSV 1860 Munich and Bayern Munich. This German stadium is characterised by the connected Philips LED lighting. When Bayern Munich plays at home, the stadium is lit in red. At 1860 Munich matches, the stadium is lit blue. This is a spectacular sight, making it one of the most beautiful stadiums in Germany!
The Allianz Arena is the second largest of all German Bundesliga stadiums. With a capacity of 75,024, many supporters can cheer on their favourite club. Like with many other stadiums in Germany, the name Allianz Arena comes from a sponsorship.
Football club: Bayern Munich
Capacity: 75,024
Opened: 2005
Signal Iduna Park, also known as the Westfalenstadion, is the largest stadium in Germany. This arena is where Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund plays its home matches. Signal Iduna Park is worth visiting for every football and non-football fan. If you intend to go there to see a match live, we advise you to also book your Borussia Dortmund stadium tour right away, for there is much to see and explore in this giant football temple.
One thing in particular stands out when one visits a Dortmund match: the “Gelbe Wand” (= the yellow wall). The huge Signal Iduna Park stadium can fit around 81,365 supporters, 25,000 of whom stand cheering on the most famous standing stand. For those who have no idea: the Gelbe Wand is the most famous standing stand in the whole world.
Football club: Borussia Dortmund
Capacity: 81,365
Opened: 1974
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