Study Reveals Poor Condition of German Sports Facilities

Nearly 40% of municipalities report canceled sports programs due to deteriorating infrastructure, with swimming facilities particularly affected.

A new study by the German Institute for Urban Affairs highlights significant maintenance issues in sports facilities across Germany.
40% of surveyed municipalities have already had to cancel sports programs due to the poor condition of facilities.
59% of municipalities report a severe backlog in investments for sports halls, with 62% citing similar issues for swimming pools.
Without intervention, municipalities may be forced to close up to 13.4% of indoor pools and 15.9% of outdoor pools within three years.
The German Association of Cities and Municipalities is calling for a comprehensive 'Sports Development Plan' to address the funding gap and support community sports infrastructure.