The Südstadion in Cologne-Zollstock is a place for authentic soccer: standing room, stadium hot dogs, floodlights, and conversations by the fence. Since the late 1970s, the stadium has been an integral part of Cologne’s sports landscape and is best known as the home stadium of SC Fortuna Köln. The club has helped shape many chapters of the city’s history here—from its long history in the second division to memorable cup moments and plenty of other ups and downs that remain part of the Fortuna narrative to this day.
With room for around 11,000 spectators, the Südstadion remains pleasantly intimate. The covered main grandstand, the standing-room-only sections, and the track surrounding the field give it its unmistakable character: not polished to a shine, but open and close to the action. Anyone attending a home game here sits or stands not far from the action—and quickly realizes that soccer in Cologne doesn’t just take place in large arenas.
The location is ideal, too: The stadium is quite centrally located on the edge of Cologne’s green belt, not far from the Volksgarten. Before or after the game, you can easily combine your visit with a stroll through the park. On game days, kiosks and food stands provide the perfect stadium break; all around in Zollstock or the Südstadt, you’ll also find neighborhood pubs and cafés for anyone who wants to extend their afternoon a bit longer. A little slice of Cologne—sporty, down-to-earth, and full of heart.
With room for around 11,000 spectators, the Südstadion remains pleasantly intimate. The covered main grandstand, the standing-room-only sections, and the track surrounding the field give it its unmistakable character: not polished to a shine, but open and close to the action. Anyone attending a home game here sits or stands not far from the action—and quickly realizes that soccer in Cologne doesn’t just take place in large arenas.
The location is ideal, too: The stadium is quite centrally located on the edge of Cologne’s green belt, not far from the Volksgarten. Before or after the game, you can easily combine your visit with a stroll through the park. On game days, kiosks and food stands provide the perfect stadium break; all around in Zollstock or the Südstadt, you’ll also find neighborhood pubs and cafés for anyone who wants to extend their afternoon a bit longer. A little slice of Cologne—sporty, down-to-earth, and full of heart.
Eligibility
Suitable for any weather
for Groups
for families
for individual guests
Suitable for the Elderly
Directions & Parking facilities
