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Cycling hall in Schwerin: Construction is progressing – million-dollar project in focus!
Construction of the new cycling hall in Schwerin begins: 25 million euro investment for cycling and other sports by 2026.
Cycling hall in Schwerin: Construction is progressing – million-dollar project in focus!
A lot is happening in the area of cycling in Schwerin. The construction of the new cycling hall to strengthen the cycling scene is already in full swing. Olympic champion Stefan Nimke and world champion Lea-Sophie Friedrich once started their careers in this city and now another chapter is opening. With a project volume of 25 million euros, the hall will be a central point for cyclists from the region and beyond. The financing comes from a mix of funds from the city of Schwerin (4.5 million euros), the state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania (16 million euros) and the federal government (4 million euros), as [Schwerin-lokal.de](https:// Schwerin-lokal.de/radsporthalle-Schwerin-bundesstuetzpunkt/) reports.
During the planning phase, the city's own contribution increased significantly, which also met with criticism from the city council. The Greens in Schwerin expressed concern about the increased costs, now 22.7 million euros. However, despite these concerns, construction is moving forward: the shell of the hall has already been completed, and the hall will be built on 339 concrete piles, while 80 columns support the structure.
Construction progress and possible uses
The interior of the hall measures an impressive 118 x 68 meters and is characterized by a 250-meter-long cycle track made from spruce wood that has matured for eight years. Up to 199 cyclists can compete at the same time. In addition to the cycle track, functional rooms such as bicycle storage and changing rooms will also be available. Steel construction work is due to begin in October and the aim is to have the hall roofed by the end of the year. The first cyclists can expect to use the hall as early as the middle of next year.
But the planned cycling center is not just intended for cycling races. It will also provide space for other sports, including handball, volleyball and badminton. In addition, the Schwerin sports high school will conduct its school and training operations there. However, some questions remain unanswered: How will possible cost increases be dealt with and what is the carbon footprint of the project?
A step into the future of sport
The development of sports and exercise spaces in Germany is in a larger context. The 2nd German Sports Facility Day, which took place as part of the FSB trade fair 2023, addressed, among other things, the sustainable design of sports facilities. These developments are also important for the cycling center. Benedikt Ewald, Director of Sports Development, emphasized the need for social sustainability and participation for people with disabilities. Future-oriented thinking is important in order to develop sports facilities into modern, barrier-free and movement-friendly infrastructures, shows dbs-npc.de.
The cycling hall in Schwerin could not only enrich the regional sports landscape, but also be an example of sustainable sports infrastructure in Germany. The commitment to financing and the discourses about climate protection and social inclusion are of central importance, as Schwerin.news notes. There is a lot of potential here for the coming years!