Voith-Arena

Heidenheim are one of Germany’s success stories having played their first ever season in the Bundesliga in 2022-23, led by manager Frank Schmidt, who has been in charge of the club since 2007.

Voith-Arena is located in the city of Heidenheim an der Brenz in Germany’s southern state of Baden-Wurttemberg, but while it was opened in 1972, its capacity is a modest 15,000.

The ground boasts the stature as the highest stadium in Germany’s top three divisions, sitting 555 meters above sea level, making it roughly 200 meters higher than England’s highest football stadium.

Matchdays are often described as intense, with the home support showing their community pride inside Voith-Arena, gathering prior to kickoff to walk into the ground. Though the stadium is not particularly large, the tight bowl shape – when combined with roofed sections – allows Heidenheim to make enough noise to intimidate opposing teams.

1846 FCH Ole (1. Heidenheim)

An array of impressive tifos can be seen on matchdays, with the creative talents of the home supporters not only meant to inspire, but also to intimidate opponents.

The small size of the stadium has not held FCH fans back from creating a number of impressive tifos over the years. This particular design above was displayed against Bayern Munich during the 2025-26 campaign.

Heidenheim also make an effort to show out in Europe. This tifo was displayed when Chelsea visited Voith-Arena in the 2024-25 edition of the UEFA Conference League.

Germany is known worldwide for its beer, and any away fan visiting a Bundesliga side should try to enjoy a drink near the ground.

Supporters heading to watch a game at Voith-Arena might want to head into the city centre to check out the local bars and pubs.

Some places to enjoy a drink nearby include:

• Friday – Scheidemannstraße 1, 89518 Heidenheim an der Brenz, Germany
• Felsen Drinks & Co. – Schnaitheimer Str. 69, 89520 Heidenheim an der Brenz, Germany
• Alter Hut – Eugen-Jaekle-Platz 16, 89518 Heidenheim an der Brenz, Germany
• Al Capone – Schnaitheimer Str. 31, 89520 Heidenheim an der Brenz, Germany

By Car

From the North

If you are travelling to Voith-Arena from the north, then head south-east on the A7 and take exit 116-Heidenheim on the right to head towards Heidenheim town centre.

At the roundabout, make sure to take the second exit and turn right onto Bundesstrasse 466a. Follow B466 and make use of the central lane to turn left onto Nordlinger Strasse. Follow Nordlinger for around 900 metres before turning right onto Seewiesenbrucke, and after the curve, turn right once again onto Schnaitheimer Strasse.

Keep to the right to stay on Schnaitheimer as the road splits off, and after passing the shopping centre, turn right onto Wilhelmstrasse. Follow the road until you pass the Delphi, and then turn left onto Schlosshaustrass. Following Schlosshaustrass will lead you to Voith-Arena.

Parking & Shuttle Bus

Coming from the North:

• Fans are advised to use the parking spaces at EPOCS on Wilhelm-Kentner Strasse. From there, they can make use of the free shuttle busses that run every 20 minutes to Voith-Arena.

Coming from the West:

• Visitors are advised to use the parking spaces along Adalbert-Stifter-Realschule/Berufsschulzentrum (Heckentalstrasse 70) and the Karl-Rau-Halle (Heckentalstrasse 25). Once again, free shuttle buses run every 20 minutes from there to Voith-Arena.

Coming from the South:

• Supporters are advised to park at Paul Hartmann AG (Strasse 12). Shuttle busses also run every 20 minutes to the ground from there.

Coming from the East:

• Fans travelling from the east can use the parking spots at the Werkgymnasium and Schillergymnasium. Buses are available from the Schlosshaustrasse bus stop, though visitors will need to walk 150 metres to Voith-Arena after getting off.

By Public Transport

Alternatively, visitors can make use of the Heidenheimer Verkehrsgesellschaft (HVG) lines 6 and 7, getting off at the Voith-Arena stop. The HVG can be taken from a stop approximately 100 metres to the right of the station.

Heidenheim are committed to making sure that fans with a variety of accessibility needs can enjoy their visit to Voith-Arena. To that end, a number of facilities are available at the ground:

• 16 wheelchair spaces for home fans (entry via entrance K, spaces in block J)
• Three wheelchair spaces for away fans (entry via block D2, spaces in blocks E1 and D2)
• Seats for accompanying persons next to wheelchair spaces (29 for home fans, six for away fans)
• Audio descriptive commentary
• Audio stadium guide
• Low counter kiosks
• Accessible toilets

Please note that the Heidenheim club website states that all wheelchair spaces for home fans are currently designated for season ticket holders. For additional information, please see the accessibility page on the site.

FCH are happy to help fans with any queries regarding accessibility at Voith-Arena, and advise visitors to get in contact.

Contact:

Email: [email protected]

Supporter Liaison (Employee Fanwesen): Vanessa Lisse

Telephone: +497321 947-1859
Email: [email protected]

Tickets for Heidenheim home matches vary in price depending on where in the ground you want to sit (or stand). Single-match 2025-26 prices for FCH games at Voith-Arena are as follows:

Main Grandstand Seat:

• Adults: €43-45
• Concessions: €38-40
• Members: €37
• Children (14 or under): €20

South Stand Seat:

• Adults: €35-37
• Concessions: €29-31
• Members: €28
• Children (14 or under): €13-15

Standing – East Stand / West Stand / Kiosk:

• Adults: €17-19
• Concessions: €12-14
• Members: €11
• Children (14 or under): €5-7

Wheelchair Users:

• Adults: €17-19
• Children (14 or under): €11-13

Please note that non-members that wish to purchase at the box office will pay an additional €2. Advanced sales offer the best prices.

For more information, please see the FCH ticketing page.

Heidenheim offer guided tours of Voith-Arena on request. A knowledgeable stadium guide can take fans through the following areas:

• Voith Arena Offices
• Mixed zone
• Player Tunnel
• Playing field
• Press conference room
• Savings Banks Business Club
• Exclusive business logs
• Kids Club
• Changing rooms
• Fitness and massage rooms
• Referee rooms

Tour Prices:

• Adults: €12
• Children (14 or under): €8

To set up a guided tour, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]. Alternatively, interested parties can call 07321 947-1900.

Record Attendance

15,000 (capacity) vs. Various

Average Attendance:

• 2024-25: 15,000 (Bundesliga)
• 2023-24: 15,000 (Bundesliga)
• 2022-23: 11,106 (2.Bundesliga)
• 2021-22: 6,527 (2.Bundesliga)
• 2020-21: 2,526 (2.Bundesliga)
• 2019-20: 11,835 (2.Bundesliga)

Other top-flight clubs in Baden-Wurttemberg include Freiburg, Hoffenheim and Stuttgart. Karlsruher, Sandhausen and Waldhof Mannheim also compete in the German football league.