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Munich Prepares for Olympic Referendum as NOlympia Campaign Gathers Pace

A citywide vote on 26 October will determine if Munich moves into a DOSB selection contest among four regions that will conclude by late 2026.

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Das Olympiagelände im Olympiapark München
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Overview

  • Munich formally submitted its Olympic bid on 31 May and set a citizen referendum for 26 October to decide whether to advance its application.
  • The NOlympia coalition relaunched on 12 August with campaign posters and plans for post-summer information stands to persuade voters to reject the bid over fiscal, housing and environmental concerns.
  • Supporters including Markus Söder, Dieter Reiter and BLSV president Jörg Ammon, backed by athletes such as Felix Neureuther and Josia Topf, highlight a One Village model that reuses 1972 venues to boost sustainability and infrastructure.
  • Opponents warn that IOC contracts could favour the committee, costs may spiral unpredictably and Munich’s housing market and green spaces could face lasting pressure.
  • Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann has defended the bid as an opportunity for innovation, infrastructure investment and a showcase of democratic values before the municipal vote.