Everyone's joining in! Your Fan Guide to the World Sports Stage Rhine-Ruhr 2025

This year, the 33rd edition of the FISU World University Games is taking place in the Rhine-Ruhr region. For all participants and guests from around the world, it means top-class sport, culture, and a one-of-a-kind festival atmosphere in one of Europe’s most vibrant and diverse metropolitan areas. There’s so much to discover — both in the sports venues and beyond! Experience the many sides of the most exciting sports festival of the year.
 

Travel tips for Germany

Important information for your visit to Germany. From what to look out for when buying tickets to tips on fan culture in North Rhine-Westphalia.
 

12 days, 5 cities, countless experiences

For the host cities, it’s a great honour to represent the Ruhr region at the Rhine-Ruhr 2025 FISU World University Games. As hosts of a region with nearly 5.1 million residents, they warmly welcome fans and festival friends from all over — and promise not only sporting and cultural highlights but also a wide range of activities and excursions to discover.
 

Tempo, talent, team spirit — the stuff these games are made of

The Rhine-Ruhr 2025 FISU World University Games are the main event of this year’s festival summer — and like any great highlight, they’re all about having the right ingredients. Alongside top-level sporting performances, it’s about music, meaningful encounters, and that special energy shared between people — from ambassadors and medal-winners to the fans in the stands. Intercultural and academic exchange also play a key role. This unique mix turns Rhine-Ruhr 2025 into a one-of-a-kind remix of the world’s most important university sports event — with over a hundred years of tradition and a fresh, new vibe.