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Leipzig Finalizes Plans for 13th Internationale Deutsche Turnfest and Integrated European Championships

The event, set for May 28–June 1, 2025, will host 80,000 athletes and hundreds of thousands of visitors across 40 venues, with expanded transport systems in place.

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Showteam vom Feuerwerk der Turnkunst mit der Show GAIA

Overview

  • Leipzig will host the 13th Internationale Deutsche Turnfest, returning after a 23-year gap, from May 28 to June 1, 2025.
  • The event will feature 80,000 athletes, including 5,000 international participants, and expects hundreds of thousands of guests.
  • The Turnfest integrates the European Gymnastics Championships, with competitions held at the Neue Messe venue.
  • Activities span 40 locations, including iconic city sites like Augustusplatz, Red Bull Arena, and Clara-Zetkin-Park.
  • Public transport provider LVB has confirmed expanded bus and tram schedules to accommodate the increased visitor influx.