Leipzig and Berlin in the race for the 2036 Olympic Games!

Leipzig and Berlin in the race for the 2036 Olympic Games!

An exciting wind is blowing through the German sports landscape! In Munich, citizens voted in a decisive referendum to apply for the Olympic Games. Now Germany has a good chance of bringing back the Olympic flair in the coming years. This development is particularly accompanied by Leipzig's application, which receives the support of Berlin. The Saxony State Sports Association is monitoring the situation closely and sees Leipzig as a potentially strong co-host for the games.

A lot has happened since 1972, when the last Olympic Games took place in Munich. The city of Leipzig could now benefit from the Markkleeberg canoe park, which is considered a suitable sports venue for Olympic disciplines. How MDR reports, Christian Dahms, General Manager of the State Sports Association of Saxony, underlines the importance of Leipzig in this context and believes that the city has a good chance of competing for the games together with Berlin as co-host. Hamburg and the Rhine-Ruhr region are also showing interest in using the canoe park.

A long road to the Olympic bid

However, the path to application is anything but easy. The application process for the Olympic Games is lengthy and there have been several failed attempts to bring the games to Germany in the past. However, the new attempt, which was started under the then Sports Minister Nancy Faeser, shows that motivation is still high.

Cities have until fall 2026 to submit their Olympic bids. The German Olympic Committee will then vote on the German candidate in autumn 2026. During this time we not only look at which team has the best chances, but logistics also play a crucial role. The IOC has a preference for venues with short distances, but longer distances are also possible, as the connection between Leipzig and Berlin shows.

Olympics in history

But what is the history of the Olympic Games? The origin lies in Olympia, Greece, a small town that looks back on a long tradition. Here, as early as the 8th century BC. The first Olympic Games were held in the 1st century BC, which contributed to the national identity of the ancient Greeks. Every year, athletes from different city-states came together to compete in peaceful competition.

Thanks to these historical roots, the idea of ​​the Olympic Games has been well received and continues to be celebrated today. The idea of ​​continuing a modern version of this tradition in Germany couldn't be more appropriate. As the world waits to see which cities will prevail, anticipation remains high for exciting competitions and the gathering of athletes and sports enthusiasts.

In conclusion, it remains to be said that the development in Germany is captivating athletes and fans alike. The chances are good that Leipzig and Berlin will together spark a new kind of competitive spirit, not just on but also away from the sports venues.