Stadion der Freundschaft, football stadium in Cottbus, Germany

Stadion der Freundschaft is a football stadium in Cottbus featuring four stands arranged closely around the pitch. The venue accommodates roughly 22,500 spectators with good sightlines, with some sections covered from the weather while others remain open.

The stadium opened in 1930 and underwent major renovations over the decades. Key developments included a western stand added in the 1980s and completion of the southern stand in 2008, which fully enclosed the arena.

This stadium has long served as a gathering place where locals and supporters of all ages come together on match days. The venue remains central to how people in the region connect and celebrate their team.

The stadium sits a short walk from Cottbus main railway station and is easily accessible by public transport. Visitors can park at the stadium or at nearby lots, with shuttle buses available for supporters.

While officially holding roughly 22,500 seats, the stadium set a record in 2008 with nearly 22,750 visitors. Despite this capacity, the tightly arranged stands create an intimate feel that keeps supporters close to the pitch.

• Location: Cottbus
• Inception: 1930
• Official opening: 1930
• Capacity: 22528
• GPS coordinates: 51.75139,14.34556
• Latest update: February 17, 2026 01:20