Overview

• The DOSB said Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and Rhein-Ruhr all met operational minimum requirements in the first review, with concepts to be presented to members on December 6 in Frankfurt.
• Berlin approved up to €6 million for 2025–2027 and is creating a steering unit starting October 1 led by Olympic commissioner Kaweh Niroomand, with roughly 9–12 full-time roles plus four posts in the Interior and Sport administration.
• Berlin’s funding relies on internal budget savings in the Interior and Sport department, drawing criticism from Green and Left lawmakers who warn of cuts to facility renovations and grassroots sport.
• Rival campaigns are larger: reporting cites about €17 million each for Munich and Hamburg, with Munich holding a citizens’ referendum on October 26 expected to cost about €6.4 million and Hamburg planning a vote in late May 2026.
• DOSB criteria include sub‑one‑hour travel from village to venues and about 90% existing or temporary sites; bids will be refined with the DOSB through May 2026, with possible referendums by June 2026 before a national pick in autumn 2026.