New construction of the Inselbergschanze: Brotterode remains ski jumping hotspot!

New construction of the Inselbergschanze: Brotterode remains ski jumping hotspot!

Brotterode, Deutschland - On June 28, 2025, in Brotterode with the new building of the Inselbergschanze . The old ski jump, which was built in 1922 and later rebuilt, requires comprehensive renewal to meet the requirements of the World Ski Association FIS. A new building is considered necessary to continue to carry the Continental Cup, the largest ski jumping event in Thuringia. The event attracts numerous visitors every year and is of great importance for the local economy.

The total cost of the new building is expected to be 2.1 million euros, with the district of Schmalkalden-Meiningen covering the majority of the financing. The city of Brotterode-Trusetal must contribute a share of five percent. District Administrator Peggy Greiser presented a funding notice of up to two million euros to Mayor Kay Goßmann on May 3, 2025. This would offer the city considerable relief, since the project is financed without direct tax funds and instead the interest income from the "Meininger Kliniken" foundation is available.

A look at the criticism

Nevertheless, there are also critical voices: Many representatives at the base require a renovation of the young hills instead of focusing exclusively on the new building of the Inselbergschanze. The financial focus on this project raises questions, especially since the promotion of young talent in ski jumping should also be on the agenda. This criticism was expressed several times as part of the extensive consultations in the district council and in the advisory board, which have preceded the replacement building.

The upcoming construction project is not only important in terms of fulfillment of the FIS requirements, but also plays a crucial role in the future of skiing in the region. The event in February, the Continental Cup, remains an absolute highlight and attracts many spectators, which has a positive effect on local gastronomy and hotel industry. The organizers are aware that the ski jump is not only a sports equipment, but also a cultural heritage that needs to be preserved.

What is at stake?

While the new building of the Inselbergschanze is on the move, the ski jump becomes the setting for numerous important competitions, including World Championships and the FIS Continental Cup, which are very popular. The engagement in Brotterode could therefore turn out to be the right one and is certainly attentively pursued by the entire winter sports community. The project occupies an important place in the entire German ski jumping landscape and contributes to the attractiveness of sport.