Sports Development in Koblenz: Expansion of Sportpark Oberwerth and Learning Exchange with Wattenscheid

The Expansion of Sportpark Oberwerth – a Central Priority in Koblenz

Sportpark Oberwerth is a central component of the sports infrastructure in Koblenz. The planned expansion aims to create modern, multifunctional sports facilities that can be used for both recreational and elite sports. In April 2026, the Sports and Baths Committee took a decisive step toward implementation by deciding to organize a joint visit to the Lohrheide Stadium in Wattenscheid. The goal is to learn from this project, which is of a similar scale and already in the construction phase.

A Learning Exchange: The Visit to the Lohrheide Stadium

The motion for a joint visit was submitted by the parliamentary groups of CDU, SPD, and Alliance 90/The Greens. On April 29, 2026, the Sports and Baths Committee decided that such a visit should take place. The administration has been tasked with making the organizational arrangements and coordinating a meeting with the management of the Lohrheide Stadium.

The reasoning behind this step is clear: The planned expansion of Sportpark Oberwerth involves investments of several tens of millions of euros. The feasibility study already outlines costs of approximately 48 million euros for the first construction phase. Through the exchange with a comparable project in Wattenscheid, the city of Koblenz hopes to identify cost savings and planning optimizations.

The Committee Process and the Role of the Sports and Baths Committee

The Sports and Baths Committee is the central body for sports policy decisions in Koblenz. The meeting on April 29, 2026, took place in Room 103 of the City Hall and was focused on the topic of "Expansion of Sportpark Oberwerth." In addition to the visit to the Lohrheide Stadium, the agenda also included general reports from the administration and various other items. Non-public items concerned personnel, contract, and property matters.

The decision to visit Wattenscheid was passed unanimously and without amendments (proposal: AT/0028/2026). This demonstrates that Koblenz is willing to seek solutions not only within the region but also through regional comparison, which could prove crucial for the future viability of the sports infrastructure in the city.

Outlook: From Planning to Implementation

The next steps will show how specifically the planning for Sportpark Oberwerth will be advanced. The visit to the Lohrheide Stadium could not only provide valuable information but also strengthen the dialogue between politics, administration, and sports associations. The high double-digit million euro costs require careful planning and transparent public involvement.

Yet the will is there: Koblenz is investing in modern sports facilities that are of significance both for its residents and for the development of sports in the region. April 2026 marks a milestone on this path.