Olympic Stadium

Olympic Stadium

Guide  The stadium consists of two levels of colonnaded corridors, with the Marathon Gate and massive open-air steps leading to the upper stands. The entire structure was heavily influenced by the monumental architecture principles of the Nazi rulers and is a prime example of such architecture.

Today, the Olympic Stadium still hosts the finals of many major events, such as the ISTAF international athletics competition. Bundesliga football matches featuring Hertha BSC and numerous large-scale events also take place here. One component of the former Reichssportfeld, the May Field, originally built as a venue for political propaganda events, is now a main stage for international pop concerts. Another part is the adjacent Forest Stage, modeled after an ancient Greek amphitheater. During the 1936 Olympics, it served as the gymnastics competition venue. Today, open-air concerts and film screenings are held at this green-surrounded Forest Stage. Highlights  The stadium also features a bell tower. From the top, you can enjoy panoramic views of Berlin. The spectacular Olympic Stadium, the May Field, and the Forest Stage are all visible from here, though the Forest Stage is typically only open to visitors during events. A newly cast Olympic Bell hangs inside the tower, inscribed with the words: “I call the youth of the world – 1936 Olympics.” Introduction  Located at Olympischer Platz 314053 Berlin (Charlottenburg), the stadium was built between 1935 and 1936 by architect Werner March as the main venue for the 1936 Olympics’ “Reichssportfeld.” It was originally designed to accommodate 100,000 spectators and now holds about 75,000. The 2006 FIFA World Cup Final was held here. Website: http://www.walter-bau.de

Transport  S-Bahn (light rail): S5, S75 to Olympiastadion Station; U-Bahn (subway): U2, U12 to Olympiastadion Station Ticket/Opening Hours  Guided tours for groups of ten or more can be arranged (approximately €5 per person) – Exhibition about the Olympic Stadium: every Wednesday and Sunday, 10:00–18:00 Address: Hanns-Braun-Str./Adlerplatz Ticket: approximately €1.5 per person

Olympic Stadium Bell Tower: Opening Hours: daily from 9:00–18:00, April to October Ticket: approximately €2.5 per person

 Berlin, Germany