ÖFB's €75M Vienna Football Campus to Open in 2026

Austria's €75 Million Football Campus Rises in Vienna for 2026 Debut

The Austrian Football Association (ÖFB) is constructing its largest-ever project—a new €75 million campus in Vienna. Located in the Seestadt Aspern district, the facility will serve as a national sports hub when it opens in early 2026. The development marks a major step for Austrian football after years of planning and disputes over previous headquarters.

The ÖFB-Campus will cover 55,000 square metres in Donaustadt, Vienna's 22nd district. Features include three natural grass pitches, one artificial turf pitch, and a mini-stadium with nearly 1,000 seats. Additional facilities will provide fitness areas, locker rooms, and accommodation for players.

The project is jointly funded, with the federal government and the city of Vienna each contributing €23.14 million. The ÖFB will cover the remaining costs, bringing the total to around €75 million. Annual operating expenses are budgeted at €1 million, though organisers aim to keep spending below that figure. Beyond football, the campus will host major events like the 2026 U17 Ultimate Frisbee European Championship and the Special Olympics National Championship. It will also house the Bundesliga's VAR centre, relocating from Vienna-Meidling in 2024. Construction remains ongoing, with floodlight installation scheduled for calendar week 29. The ÖFB previously operated from the Happel Stadium but faced conflicts with the city over office space in the Prater. The new campus reflects a fresh start, blending modern infrastructure with Austria's footballing traditions—even symbolised in a new ÖFB logo that merges red-white-red national colours with the sport's heritage.

The campus is set to open in the first quarter of 2026, becoming a central venue for Austrian sports. Its facilities will support football, VAR operations, and multi-sport competitions. The project's completion will end years of planning and funding negotiations.