City of Mechernich: Future to the Eifenstadion-does that threaten?

City of Mechernich: Future to the Eifenstadion-does that threaten?

In Mechernich, the dream project seems to falter the Eifel Stadium! In June 2023, the politicians cheered when they voted for the expansion of the sports field in Kommern. A large project that provided for the creation of a new artificial turf pitch with a tartan career and the expansion of the clubhouse should now be financed by converting the Eifel Stadium into building land. But moment! What happened there?

The district government has refused approval of the change in land use for the sports facility! This frightening message was recently announced in a meeting of the Council. Instead of progress, step back is now on the agenda. Just when everyone thought that the plan was in dry cloths, the project threatens to run in the sand.

investor jumps off - money is lost

To make matters worse, an important investor has withdrawn his interest in building up in the Eifel Stadium. According to Peter Kronenberg, the CDU parliamentary group leader, the costs for the production of the building ground are simply intolerable. "This makes this location uneconomical," says Kronenberg. Where did the beautiful plans go? A storm is brewed!

The Christian Democrats and the UWV then pulled the ripcord and made an application for the education committee. They call for a concept for the preservation of the Eifel Stadium, which also takes into account the highly criticized parking lot situation. The topic is explosive and does not remain without further discussion!

The call for a modern stadium

In the meantime, the SPD also presses on the sports pedal! In their own application, they also request a solution for the preservation of the Eifel Stadium. Your wish? The Aschenplatz is to be transformed into a modern artificial turf pitch with a tartan track! This is how the association presents itself in front of the public and the city!

Harald Hohmeier, head of the TuS Mechernich senior football department, is committed to this. He meets regularly with Mayor Dr. Hans-Peter Schick (CDU) and desires quick action. "We can't wait for years!" He calls around. The decay of the Eifel Stadium simply must not be ignored!

"A modern stadium is the goal!" Emphasizes Hohmeier. It's not just about renovation; The outdated ash floor and the aging floodlight system must finally be renewed. After all, the schools also need a tartan track to meet their sports education!

"It's time for changes!", Hohmeier continues. The pressure on those responsible increases, and hopes for a positive political decision are more strong than ever. The Eifel Stadium cannot belong to the old iron! The citizens of Mechernich look forward to the next steps in this heated debate!