Summer, sun, football – the 2024 European Football Championship in Germany is fast approaching. From 14 June to 14 July, ten German cities will become true football hubs, accompanied by major arts and cultural events for the public and a whole lot more to experience in and around the cities.

A special stadium experience

On game days the whole city will be full of fans, whose jerseys, scarves and chants make it clear which clubs they're rooting for. Every team has its anthem, and other songs join the chorus, creating a remarkable atmosphere in the stadiums – and at the celebrations in the football bars.

At the European Championship, fans from all over Europe come together to cheer on their team. At the same time, they have the opportunity to experience the local culture and forge stronger connections with each other – after all, in Germany, football means a unique opportunity to come together, tolerance, open-mindedness and emotional experiences.

Experience the cities and surrounding areas

Before and after the football matches, take time to discover the cities and their surroundings: from apple wine and "green sauce" to breathtaking castles, panoramic views from the Zugspitze, cycling in Neuseenland, impressive UNESCO World Heritage Sites, industrial heritage, cosy beer gardens and a vibrant nightlife. Why not travel from one host city to the next? The cities are well connected by public transport. Learn more about our ten host cities here:

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EURO 2024 Berlin EURO 2024 Cologne EURO 2024 Dortmund EURO 2024 Düsseldorf EURO 2024 Frankfurt EURO 2024 Gelsenkirchen EURO 2024 Hamburg EURO 2024 Leipzig EURO 2024 Munich EURO 2024 Stuttgart
EURO 2024 Berlin

  • Visiting all of the important sights in Berlin can take many days. Take in a unique mix of the comforts and world culture of old Berlin, the modern architecture and ample green space.

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Berlin: city view in the evening ©visitBerlin (Wolfgang Scholvien)
EURO 2024 Cologne

  • Cologne locals are just as enthusiastic about their team, 1. FC Köln, as they are about their cathedral and Carnival. A visit to the city is only complete after trying a Kölsch and taking a ride on the Rhine.

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Cologne: city panorama with Cologne Cathedral ©DZT (Udo Bernhart)
EURO 2024 Dortmund

  • Passionate: that's the best way to describe fans of Borussia Dortmund. Besides its enthusiasm for football, this city in the Ruhr region is known for its rich industrial history.

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Dortmund: German Football Museum ©DZT (Mark Wohlrab Fotodesign)
EURO 2024 Düsseldorf

  • Düsseldorf, the capital city of North Rhine-Westphalia, ranks highly when it comes to modern architecture and art. Football, meanwhile, is a deep-rooted affair, defined by rambunctious music.

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Düsseldorf: Rhine promenade at sunset with the Rhine Tower in the background ©DZT (Francesco Carovillano)
EURO 2024 Frankfurt

  • Not only is Frankfurt the finance hub of Germany, boasting an impressive skyline and one of the largest airports in Europe, but its museum scene, with around 60 institutions, knows no equal.

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Frankfurt am Main: View over the Main to the skyline ©DZT (Francesco Carovillano)
EURO 2024 Gelsenkirchen

  • Coal mining is history: the pits have been converted into adventure parks. Today, Gelsenkirchen is a metropolis in the Ruhr region with a rich cultural offering, not least of which is its football culture.

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Gelsenkirchen: House fronts ©AdobeStock (Tupungato)
EURO 2024 Hamburg

  • The hanseatic city of Hamburg is about 100 kilometres from the ocean, but has one of the largest harbours in Germany. The Speicherstadt district, an outstanding UNESCO cultural monument, and the music scene both play important roles.

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Hamburg: Skyline with Elbe Philharmonic Hall and Niederhafen harbor ©DZT (Francesco Carovillano)
EURO 2024 Leipzig

  • The people of Leipzig played a crucial role in the fall of the Berlin Wall, with their Monday demonstrations. Today, sports and culture define the area once frequented by Johann Sebastian Bach.

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Leipzig: New City Hall with Ratskeller at sunset ©Leipzig Tourismus und Merketing GmbH (Philipp Kirschner)
EURO 2024 Munich

  • The capital city of Bavaria has one of the best football clubs in the world, but its many sights, fascinating culture and simple pleasures make Munich even more exciting.

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Munich: View of the new city hall ©München Tourismus (Redline Enterprises)
EURO 2024 Stuttgart

  • In Stuttgart, the capital of Baden-Württemberg, enjoyment is key: both cuisine and culture are savoured here. A traditional club and the history of the automobile both play an important role.

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Stuttgart: Vineyards above the city at sunrise ©sonne-wolken.de-globusliebe.com (Jana Zieseniß)

Discover our football playlist

Have a listen to some German football songs and team anthems to immerse yourself in the stadium atmosphere!