Top-10 Biggest Bundesliga Stadium
Top 10 Biggest Stadiums in the German Bundesliga
We’ve covered the biggest stadiums in the Premier League (See here), we’ve covered the biggest stadiums in La Liga (See here), so now it’s time to look at the biggest stadiums in the Bundesliga!
Yes that is right, today’s SillySeason Top-10 will focus on the sizes of the stadiums in Germany, ranging from a 50,000 seater, to a 80,000 seater.
So lets not waste anyone’s time here and get straight into the countdown, starting at number 10!
10. RheinEnergieStadion – 50,374 Capacity
Yes up first in our list is the RheinEnergieStadion, home of Cologne FC, or FC Koln.
Built back in 1923, the stadium has been under numerous names, but it is now known as the RheinEnergieStadion and it cost around £86million to build.
The stadium was one of the 12 hosting the 2006 FIFA World Cup and the name comes from a contract with the local power supplier RheinEnergie AG.
9. Commerzbank-Arena – 52,300 Capacity
Home of German side Eintracht Frankfurt, The Commerzbank-Arena is ninth on our list with a capacity of just over 52,000.
Built back in 1925, the stadium cost over £100m and has played host to the Confederations Cup and also the World Cup. It was also one of the stadiums used for the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
The sports complex, which is owned by the city of Frankfurt, includes the actual stadium and other sports facilities, including a swimming pool, a tennis complex, a beach volleyball court and a winter sports hall.
8. Stadion im Borussia Park – 54,067 Capacity
Quite the name for a stadium.
Commonly known as the Borussia Park, this stadium is home to Borussia Mochengladbach and has only been open for 12-years after the club were forced to replace their old stadium due to health and safety.
Despite it’s size, this stadium wasn’t used for the 2006 World Cup in Germany, meaning it was the biggest stadium not to be used.
7. Esprit Arena – 54,600 Capacity
This is the home ground of Fortuna Dusseldorf and due to it’s 54,600 spectator capacity, the stadium is seventh on our list.
Construction for this stadium began in 2002 and was completed in 2004, costing a whopping £172m due to it’s multi-use.
The stadium hosts several sporting events as well as live gigs for musicians, with Bon Jovi and Madonna just two to have performed here.
6. Imtech Arena – 57,030 Capacity
Formerly known as the Hamburg Arena, this is the home to German side Hamburg. (No shock there given it’s former name)
It was built back in the 50s but had reconstruction done to it in 1998 to make it bigger and better for the fans of Hamburg.
After having several names, it finally stayed as the Imtech Arena and was one of the stadiums used for the German World Cup nine years ago.
5. Mercedes-Benz Arena – 60,469 Capacity
Mercedes-Benz Arena is a home ground for Vfb Stuttgart which can hold a capacity of 60,469 spectators.
The stadium was originally opened back in the 30s, but it’s had a lot of work and renovation done since then, with the latest coming in 2005.
Another German stadium that has had previous names and another one that was used for the German World Cup back in 2006.
It also played host to the 1974 World Cup and the 1988 Euros.
4. Veltins-Arena – 61,637 Capacity
Schalke 04’s home ground is fourth on our list with a capacity of 61,637.
This is a stadium with a rich history and a stadium that’s been used for some glamour events, including the 2004 Champions League Final.
Not only did it host the Champions League final 11 years ago, it was also used for the 2006 World Cup. It’s also been used for the Speedway Grand Prix in Germany and also the Ice Hockey championships.
Work on this ground began in 1998 and it was officially opened in 2001.
3. Olympiastadion Berlin – 74,064 Capacity
Olympiastadion Berlin is the third biggest stadium in the German Bundesliga. It’s the home ground for Hertha BSC and has been since 1963.
Another stadium with several different names and several different renovations done over the years, but it can now hold just over 74,000 and is one of the nicest looking stadiums in Europe.
This stadium has hosted Olympics, Champions League finals and was one of the grounds used for the World Cup.
2. Allianz Arena – 75,000 Capacity
What an incredible stadium this is.
The technology on the outside of the stadium being able to change colour and just the overall look of it is incredible.
Home to Bayern Munich, the German champions, this is considered one of the must-see stadiums around Europe for it’s unique design and modern twist.
However, it’s not the biggest stadium in Germany……
1. Signal Iduna Park – 80,645 Capacity
……This is!
Borussia Dortmund’s stadium is officially the biggest in Germany holding over 80,000 people.
The Yellow Wall is one of the most famous stands in world football and it can be found in this stadium as Dortmund fans always put on a show with their amazing support and visual aids.
Known for one of the best atmospheres in world football, Signal Iduna Park is one of the greatest club stadiums around the world, and is the biggest in Germany.