Bavaria's CSU faction advocates for the shutdown of Olympia, a location under their jurisdiction.

Bavaria's CSU faction advocates for the shutdown of Olympia, a location under their jurisdiction.

Munich, Bavaria, is actively considering and developing a bid for the Olympic and Paralympic Games around 2040. The city is focusing on leveraging its existing infrastructure, building public support, and creating a compelling bid narrative, following the energizing impact of hosting recent multi-sport events [1][2][3].

However, Munich's stance shows some hesitancy and competition, particularly as Berlin appears to be advancing more decisively in this Olympic race. The German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) is overseeing the process and aims to select a proposal that balances technical viability with a new Olympic vision sensitive to Germany’s historical legacy [4].

The CSU parliamentary group is advocating for close cooperation among all partners for the Olympics. Klaus Holetschek, leader of the CSU parliamentary group, believes that the Olympic and Paralympic Games should be held in Bavaria, as they can serve as a positive vision to unite society during challenging times [5].

Jörg Ammon, President of the Bavarian State Sports Association, emphasizes that the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Munich can create a broad initiative for sport, movement, and a healthy lifestyle in Germany [6]. He adds that the Games can serve as a societal signal for more sport from childhood on, both in breadth and in excellence.

Alexandra Burghardt, an athlete who won medals in Beijing 2022 and Paris 2024, believes that the home audience can unleash unseen powers in athletes during the Olympic and Paralympic Games [7]. Josia Topf, a Paralympic swimmer and gold medalist at Paris 2024, shares this sentiment, suggesting that if the Paralympic sport plays a central role from the start, future generations will benefit from modern, inclusive sports facilities [8].

The European Championships, a memorable event for both athletes and spectators, have shown that Bavaria can organize major sporting events excellently and are enthusiastically accepted by the people [9]. The Olympics, according to Ammon, can also significantly increase membership numbers in sports clubs [10].

The Olympic and Paralympic Games, if held in Bavaria, would be a privilege and a great honor, believes Topf. Freudenberger adds that the Munich bid stands for sustainability, resource-friendliness, and the true Olympic spirit [11]. Burghardt states that the emotions and experiences from the European Championships were enriching for everyone, whether on the track or in the stands [2].

The press contacts for the CSU parliamentary group are Sebastian Kraft, Michaela Lochner, and Tobias Klahr, with their respective emails provided [12]. Martin Stock, chairman of the AG Sport, believes that Bavaria should be the heart of a German Olympic bid and that the Olympics have the power to re-ignite children and youth for movement, team spirit, and sporting dreams [13].

Sources:

[1] CSU parliamentary group in the Bavarian Landtag [2] news aktuell [3] Bavarian State Sports Association [4] German Olympic Sports Confederation [5] CSU parliamentary group in the Bavarian Landtag [6] Bavarian State Sports Association [7] news aktuell [8] Bavarian State Sports Association [9] news aktuell [10] Bavarian State Sports Association [11] CSU parliamentary group in the Bavarian Landtag [12] CSU parliamentary group in the Bavarian Landtag [13] Bavarian State Sports Association

1. The bid for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Munich, Bavaria, centers around leveraging existing infrastructure and creating a compelling narrative.
2. Klaus Holetschek, leader of the CSU parliamentary group, advocates for unity in society through the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
3. Jörg Ammon, President of the Bavarian State Sports Association, sees the Games as a means to promote a healthy lifestyle and increase sports club memberships.
4. Alexandra Burghardt, a successful athlete, believes the home audience can inspire athletes during the Games.
5. Josia Topf, a Paralympic gold medalist, emphasizes the importance of inclusive sports facilities for future generations.
6. The European Championships demonstrated Bavaria's ability to organize major sporting events effectively and popularly.
7. The Olympics can increase sport participation from childhood onwards, according to Jörg Ammon.
8. Alexandra Burghardt found the emotions and experiences from the European Championships enriching, whether as an athlete or a spectator.
9. The CSU parliamentary group contact details include Sebastian Kraft, Michaela Lochner, and Tobias Klahr.
10. Martin Stock, chairman of the AG Sport, believes the Olympics can re-ignite children and youth for movement, team spirit, and sporting dreams.
11. The Munich bid for the Olympic and Paralympic Games stands for sustainability, resource-friendliness, and the Olympic spirit.
12. The German Olympic Sports Confederation is overseeing the process, aiming to balance technical viability with a new Olympic vision.
13. The Olympic and Paralympic Games in Munich can serve as a positive vision to unite society during challenging times, says Klaus Holetschek.
14. The Olympic and Paralympic Games can create a broad initiative for sport, movement, and a healthy lifestyle in Germany, according to Jörg Ammon.
15. Major events like the Olympics can significantly impact membership numbers in sports clubs, believes Jörg Ammon.
16. The European Championships were enthusiastically accepted by the people, showing Bavaria's capacity to host major sporting events excellently.
17. The German Olympic bid should be at the heart of Bavaria, according to Martin Stock.
18. The Olympics have the potential to inspire lifelong learning and skills training, cultivating sport from an early age.
19. The press contacts for the CSU parliamentary group are provided on their website.
20. The European Championships had memorable moments for both athletes and spectators.
21. The Olympics, if held in Bavaria, would be a great honor and a privilege, believes Josia Topf.
22. Modern, inclusive sports facilities can benefit future generations, as suggested by Josia Topf.
23. Munich's bid for the Games follows the energizing impact of hosting recent multi-sport events.
24. The German Olympic Sports Confederation aims to select a proposal that balances technical viability with a new Olympic vision sensitive to Germany’s historical legacy.

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