Preussen-Stadion auf dem Tempelhofer Feld, Historic football stadium in Tempelhof, Germany
Description
The Preussen-Stadion auf dem Tempelhofer Feld was a large sports complex with seating for 40,000 spectators, located east of Tempelhofer Damm near Schwiebusser Street. The facility included multiple training fields, tennis courts, and hockey fields as part of a comprehensive sports infrastructure.
History
The stadium was built in 1924 and served for many years as home to BFC Preussen, an established city football club. It was demolished in 1936 to make way for Berlin's Central Airport development, marking the site's transformation.
Culture
The location was a gathering place for sports fans and drew large crowds to important matches. The sports complex served as more than just a stadium - it was a hub for different sports and a community center in the district.
Practical
Visitors should know that only concrete steps from the original stadium remain visible on Tempelhofer Feld for exploration. The site is open and accessible today, making it easy to wander through and understand the place's history.
Did you know?
The preserved concrete steps from the original stadium represent the oldest surviving terrace elements of any Berlin stadium. These remains give visitors a direct look at how stadiums were built in the 1920s.
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