Archive · 27 Oct 2025
Munich Voters Back Olympic Bid with Strong Referendum Support
Munich residents voted in a big way to try and host the Summer Olympics in the future!
Over two-thirds of the voters said yes to a potential bid.
This high level of support is a good sign for the city.
If they win their bid, Munich could host the games in 2036, 2040, or 2044.
Munich previously hosted the Olympics in 1972.
Other German cities are also trying to host the Olympics and will have their votes later.
The city will now try to persuade the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) that they are the best choice.
This vote had a record turnout compared to past city referendums.
Munich voters supported a bid to host the Summer Olympics in 2036, 2040, or 2044.
The referendum resulted in 66.4% support for the bid.
Turnout for the referendum reached a record 42%.
Munich hosted the Olympics previously in 1972.
Other German cities including Berlin, Hamburg and Ruhr region are also developing bids.
- Who
- Munich voters and city officials
- What
- Voted in favor of bidding for the Summer Olympics
- When
- October 27, 2025
- Where
- Munich, Germany
- Why
- To potentially host the Summer Olympics in 2036, 2040, or 2044
- Referendum Result
- 66.4% in favor
- Possible Olympic Years
- 2036, 2040, or 2044
- Turnout
- 42%
- Previous Munich Olympics
- 1972
- Other German Bids
- Berlin, Hamburg, Ruhr region
- Next Olympics Host
- Los Angeles (2028), Brisbane (2032)