German Sports & Olympic Museum

The German Sports & Olympic Museum is the cultural hotspot of German sports. An inspiring place of movement and encounter in a prominent location, directly on the Rhine in an old customs hall dating from 1896. Here, on approximately 2,700 square meters, we offer an exciting journey through the history of sports, from ancient Greece to the present day. Around 2,000 selected objects and stimulating installations illuminate the many facets and variations of what we all consider to be the “most beautiful triviality,” which has long since developed into a politically and socially highly relevant main event. In this way, grandiose victories and painful defeats, winners and losers—in short, the big and small worlds of sport, but also its risks and side effects—are brought to life. In addition, numerous activity stations invite visitors to experience the pleasure and challenge of exercise firsthand. And if you want more, you are welcome to let off steam on the two highest and most beautiful playing fields in the city on the roof of the building – or just enjoy the wonderful view.