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Decathlon opens new sports shop in Duisburg – XXL selection awaits!
Decathlon will open a new sports branch in Duisburg on November 28, 2025, in cooperation with Galeria. Shop-in-shop concept for over 90 workstations.
Decathlon opens new sports shop in Duisburg – XXL selection awaits!
Something is happening in Duisburg: On November 28th, the sports giant Decathlon is opening a new store in cooperation with the department store chain Galeria. This partnership first took shape in March 2023 and aims to combine the strengths of both companies: Galeria brings department store expertise and a presence in city centers, while Decathlon supplies an extensive range of sports and outdoor items. The opening in Duisburg will cover a sales area of around 1,900 square meters, making the new shop larger than the recently opened branch in Ruhr Park Bochum with 900 square meters. With this expansion, Decathlon is also relying on the latest form of shopping, as customers can conveniently order their items to their home with free shipping. wa.de reports that the cooperation is partly aimed at better meeting customer needs and generating new growth.
But that's not all - the shop in Duisburg is part of a larger strategy. According to [velobiz.de](https://www.velobiz.de/news/kooperation-von-decathlon-mit-galeria- Nimm-fahrt-auf-veloQXJ0aWNsZS8zMzc4OQbiz), two more Decathlon branches will be opening at the same time in Kassel and Freiburg im Breisgau. The latter in particular stands out because, at over 3,000 square meters, it will comprise the largest area in the new format. Both locations aim to create around 90 new jobs and thus provide a positive impulse for the local economy.
Background and expansion plans
The decision to expand in Duisburg and other cities is no coincidence. Chief statistician at Decathlon Germany, Stefan Kaiser, emphasizes that this partnership plays a central role in the company's expansion strategy. The joint project is not just limited to the three new locations; Long-term discussions are already underway about further collaborations and new location concepts, including a planned shop in Trier for 2026.
The new openings are particularly important because the last branch in Bochum did not meet with the desired response and customers complained about the limited product selection. Decathlon wants to learn from these experiences and optimally align the new business approach to the needs of its customers.
This much is certain: The Ruhr area is currently experiencing an exciting phase, and the new sports shops could not only expand shopping opportunities, but also secure and create jobs. The region's fitness and outdoor lovers can look forward to a larger selection.