Overview
- The referendum delivered 66.4% support for pursuing Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2036, 2040 or 2044, with majorities in all 25 city districts.
- Participation reached a record roughly 39%, the 10% quorum was easily met, and 33.7% of eligible voters cast ballots by mail after materials were sent proactively.
- Munich now competes with Berlin, Hamburg and the Rhein‑Ruhr region for Germany’s nomination, with the DOSB defining the selection pathway on December 6 and choosing the candidate in autumn 2026.
- The IOC will make the final host decision at a later date, with strong international interest reported from countries including India, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
- Supporters cite reuse of 1972 venues and potential housing and transport investment, while critics question costs and sustainability; the city says the referendum process cost about €6.7 million.