Sport outside the university in Würzburg
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Public sports fields
Sanderrasen
The Sanderrasen in the heart of Sanderau offers basketball, volleyball and soccer pitches as well as athletics facilities. Due to its use by schools, the pitches are only accessible to recreational athletes in the evenings and all day at weekends. It is located right next to the Studentenhaus and the new university, which makes it particularly attractive for students. A popular meeting place for sports enthusiasts who still want to be active in the evenings.
Location: Sanderau
Kupschacker
The Kupschacker in Grombühl is less crowded than the Sanderrasen and offers a DFB mini pitch and a basketball court - ideal for quiet training and spontaneous games. It is idyllically situated next to the vineyards, which creates a pleasant atmosphere for sporting activities. There are often fewer people here, so you can always find a free space.
Location: Grombühl
Hubland North
The Hubland North district, which was converted for the State Garden Show, offers sports facilities with table tennis tables, a soccer cage, basketball courts, skating facilities and trampolines. A large meadow is also ideal for sports such as badminton, frisbee and spikeball. Located in the immediate vicinity of the central library and various faculties of the university, this sports ground is perfect for students looking for a sporting break.
Location: Hubland
Fitness studios
FIT/One Würzburg
One of the largest studios in Würzburg is the FIT/One. It has an extensive range of equipment, courses and a wellness area. Prices start from around €25 per month. FIT/One is particularly well known for its wide range of fitness courses and first-class wellness area. Students can relax here after an intensive workout. Trial training sessions are available so that anyone interested can see for themselves what is on offer.
Opening hours: Daily from 06:00 - 24:00 (holidays may vary)
Location: Grombühl
McFIT Würzburg
McFIT in Grombühl is a well-known studio in the immediate vicinity of FIT/One. In addition to classic equipment and courses, it offers 24/7 opening hours, ideal for night owls. McFit has a large selection of machines and free weights, as well as functional training and various fitness classes. The flexible round-the-clock opening hours are a great advantage for students with irregular schedules.
There is a second McFIT location in Lengfeld, which further increases flexibility as a member.
Opening hours (Grombühl): 24 hours a day
Locations: Grombühl and Lengfeld
Lifestyle Fitness
Lifestyle Fitness attaches great importance to personal support and offers indoor and outdoor training, wellness and massages. Students can become members from €28. Lifestyle Fitness is known for its high level of service and family atmosphere. The studio offers specialized training programs and personal training sessions to achieve individual fitness goals. Several locations in Würzburg offer the opportunity to train at different places.
Opening hours (Zellerau): Daily varying between 08:00 - 22:30
Locations: Zellerau, Zellingen and Heidingsfeld
Public sports
TG Würzburg
TG Würzburg has been offering a wide range of sports since 1848, including sports for the disabled, baby sports and rehabilitation sports. The club is best known for its basketball section, which has successful teams in both the male and female sections. Most sports are offered at the so-called “Feggrube” at the end of Sanderau, which makes the location particularly attractive for students. TG Würzburg is ideal for those who want to try out a wide range of sports.
Location: Sanderau
TG Würzburg-Heidingsfeld
TG Würzburg-Heidingsfeld von 1861 offers a wide range of activities with 12 departments. In addition to the classics, it also offers sports such as skiing, hiking, cheerleading and canoeing. The club has a strong community and actively promotes popular sports through a wide range of activities and regular events.
Location: Heidingsfeld
TSV Lengfeld
The large sports club on the outskirts of the city has been offering sports ranging from soccer and handball to cricket and hapkido karate since 1876. Trial sessions are available, making it a good place for newcomers to start. The club is known for its large community and diverse range of sports, from traditional team sports to more exotic disciplines.
Location: Lengfeld
Trend sports
PadelArena Würzburg
The trend sport of padel tennis is becoming increasingly popular in Würzburg. Influenced by celebrities such as soccer coach Jürgen Klopp, the courts are spreading throughout Germany. Padel tennis combines elements of tennis and squash and is played in teams of two people in a glass cage. The sport is particularly suitable for beginners, as progress is made quickly and a flow of play is created.
There is a padel hall with four courts in Grombühl and an outdoor area with three courts in Rottenbauer. These can be booked quickly and easily via an online portal.
Locations: Grombühl and Rottenbauer
In this interview, the founder of the PadelArena Würzburg talks about the current hype surrounding padel tennis and which regional superstar has also caught padel fever.
Rainer Majores, Founder PadelArena Würzburg
Matory
Matory is an outdoor fitness studio near Gut Wöllried that offers year-round outdoor training. The offer ranges from classic strength training and yoga to Hyrox and boxing training. The cohesion in the groups in particular is inspiring more and more athletes to become part of the community. Trial training sessions are possible and can be arranged via the booking portal.
The Nature Warrior Bootcamp is a highlight of the outdoor gym, offering three days of sport, action and fun. Together with 50 other athletes, each person is pushed to their personal limits through challenges in seven different sports.
Location: Rottendorf
In an interview, the Matory founder explains how they differentiate themselves from traditional fitness studios.
Tim Nitschke, Founder Matory
Running clubs
Running clubs are one of the trends of 2024. Groups have already formed in Würzburg and Schweinfurt that regularly go running together. In addition to the Schweinfurt Running Club and the Running Breakfast Club at Café Koer in Würzburg, the Espresso Running Club is the largest running club in the city.
The Espresso Running Club regularly brings together up to
people (as of July 2024) and run a few kilometers in different speed groups on Sunday mornings. Afterwards, they meet up again to drink coffee or something else together. The Espresso Running Club usually meets in Sanderau near the Hennes Kiosk. Participation is free and no registration is required.
Locations: Sanderau and Old Town
Bikram Yoga Würzburg
Bikram Yoga is a fixed sequence of 26 exercises and two breathing exercises practiced at a temperature of 40 degrees. The courses are suitable for all sporting levels and ages. There are courses in both German and English, which is particularly beneficial for international students. The studio offers a trial offer where you can come as often as you like for two weeks for 20 euros.
Location: Grombühl
ROCK INN Würzburg
The ROCK INN in Würzburg is a bouldering hall that offers both climbing courses and parkour training. The difficulty levels of the routes are marked by a level scheme so that anyone can get started straight away. Supervised training at the beginning makes sense in order to learn the right technique. The hall is a popular meeting place for climbing enthusiasts and offers a good opportunity to get to know new people.
Location: Lengfeld