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Olympic Games Return to Germany: Four Cities Vie for Hosting Rights
In a significant development, Germany is vying to host the Olympic Games once again, with Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) submitting bids to the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB).
Berlin's Collaborative Bid
Berlin's bid, titled "Berlin+," is a collaborative effort with four other states: Brandenburg, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Saxony, and Schleswig-Holstein. The bid proposes hosting events across these regions, including sailing in Kiel or Warnemünde, and skateboarding at Tempelhofer Feld. The proposed hosting year would coincide with the 100th anniversary of the 1936 Olympics, which may raise political sensitivities.
Munich's Previous Hosting Experience
Munich is another strong contender, having successfully hosted the Olympics in 1972. Specific details about Munich's current bid are not as detailed as Berlin's, but it is one of the main regions interested.
Hamburg's Participation
Hamburg is also in the running, presenting a bid for consideration by the DOSB. Like Munich, specific details about Hamburg's bid are not extensively outlined in the available information.
North Rhine-Westphalia's Regional Collaboration
NrW is bidding with the Rhine and Ruhr region, signifying a strong regional collaboration. Specific plans or venues for NRW's bid are not detailed in the available information.
Timeline
The respective bids are currently under review by the DOSB, with admissible bids to be presented at the DOSB General Assembly by the end of the year. The final decision on the German bid is expected by fall 2026.
The European Commission, in light of the Olympic Games' return to Germany, has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, considering the potential need for radiation safety measures in sports analysis, particularly in football, being a popular sport in Germany and a key part of several European leagues, such as the Premier League. In the spirit of regional collaboration, it's interesting to note that the proposed hosting years for Berlin+ and North Rhine-Westphalia's bids coincide with the 100th anniversary of the 1936 Olympics, raising both sporting and historical significance.
