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Fritz-Walter-Stadion

Kaiserslautern - GermanyGermany

Fritz-Walter-Stadion in Kaiserslautern is the historic home of 1. FC Kaiserslautern since 1920. Named after World Cup legend Fritz Walter, the Betzenberg stadium seats nearly 50,000 (with large standing Westkurve), hosted 2006 World Cup matches, features modern upgrades like photovoltaic panels and media towers, and offers guided tours to explore its storied heritage and vibrant matchday atmosphere.

About this place

History

Fritz-Walter-Stadion opened on May 13, 1920, originally as Betzenbergstadion atop the Betzenberg hill in Kaiserslautern. It was renamed in 1985 after Fritz Walter, the legendary captain of 1. FC Kaiserslautern and Germany’s 1954 World Cup-winning squad. The stadium underwent numerous renovations: early expansions in 1953, 1963, 1972–73, and modernisation for the 2006 FIFA World Cup (2002–2005), which included new grandstands, roofs, and media facilities.

Description

Today, it seats 49,327 spectators (league) and 47,103 for internationals, with both seating and standing areas. The four-stand layout on Betzenberg hill keeps fans close to the pitch. Notable entries include the Ottmar-Walter Gate and other doors named after 1954 World Cup heroes.

Architectural Features

The stadium blends history and modernity. The Westkurve stand remains steep and intense, housing the most vocal fans. After the 2006 upgrades, it features full coverage, floodlights, media tower, loge towers, photovoltaic panels (3,000 m²), and restaurant facilities under the stands.

Who is Fritz Walter?

Fritz Walter (1920–2002) was a homegrown star for 1. FC Kaiserslautern and captain of West Germany’s 1954 World Cup-winning “Miracle of Bern” team. Local and national icon, the stadium was renamed in his honour on his 65th birthday.

Records

Current capacity is 49,327, reduced from over 50,000 after safety and seating upgrades. The record attendance was 50,754 during the 2006 Bundesliga match against Bayern Munich. The mix of seating and Germany’s second-largest standing Westkurve creates one of the country’s most formidable atmospheres.

Address

1 Fritz-Walter-Straße,
67663 Kaiserslautern, Germany

GPS

Lat : 49.4346453
Lng : 7.7767754

Who's play in Fritz-Walter-Stadion

Where to Sit

The stadium has four stands:

  • Westkurve: steep standing terrace and seating for vocal fans
  • Nordtribüne (Main): corporate seating, media tower
  • Osttribüne: east stand with mixed seating and standing
  • Südtribüne: smaller south stand

After the 2023 installation of a new fence (« Löwengang »), capacity stabilized at 49,327. PV solar panels cover 3,000 m² of the roof.

Can I visit outside matchdays?

Guided stadium tours are offered on select dates (~90 minutes, ~€5). Tours include access to the tunnel, dugouts, VIP areas, press room, museum, and Westkurve. Booking via stadionfuehrung@fck.de or the club’s official site.

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