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The **DHB Cup Final**, also known as the **REWE Final4**, is the prestigious final tournament for the German Handball Cup and one of the highlights of German handball. This spectacular event has been held in the **LANXESS arena in Cologne** for years and attracts handball fans from all over Germany. The REWE Final4 is not only a sporting event, but also a big fan festival and a central meeting point for the handball community.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The origins of the DHB Cup
The German Handball Cup competition was introduced in the 1970s and gives clubs the chance to win another prestigious title in addition to the Bundesliga championship. Originally, the final of the DHB-Cup was played in a classic home and away format, with the match taking place at different venues depending on the participating teams. However, the desire to offer the cup final a bigger stage led to the introduction of the **Final4 format** in 1993.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The introduction of the Final4 format
In 1993, the German Handball Federation (DHB) decided to organise the cup final in the form of a final tournament. Four teams - the two semi-finalists who had previously qualified - meet in a tournament format over one weekend. This format brought a completely new dynamic to the competition, as two semi-finals and the grand final were now played in quick succession at a single venue. Fans were thus able to experience several top-class matches in one event weekend, and the tournament quickly became a crowd-puller.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The LANXESS arena in Cologne

becomes the home of the Final4
After various venues, the DHB Cup Final4 was held for the first time in 1994 in the **Kölnarena** (now the LANXESS arena). The huge hall in Cologne, which offers space for up to 20,000 spectators, quickly became the home of the event. The decision in favour of Cologne proved to be the right one, as the central location and the size of the arena offered ideal conditions for the growing interest in the DHB Cup final.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Since then, the LANXESS arena has hosted the Final4 every year, giving the event a firm identity and tradition. For many handball fans, travelling to Cologne for the REWE Final4 is a firm fixture in their annual calendar.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The REWE Final4 - an event with great appeal
With REWE as the name sponsor, the 2008 final tournament received strong support from the business community, and the "REWE Final4" became a permanent brand. The large retail group strengthened the event through marketing measures and helped to further increase the popularity of the DHB Cup final. The media presence also increased: today, the matches of the Final4 weekend are regularly broadcast on German television, and the wide coverage makes the REWE Final4 one of the most-watched handball events of the year.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The event: A weekend full of suspense and emotion
The REWE Final4 is known for its special atmosphere and high entertainment value. Thousands of handball fans flock to the LANXESS arena every year to support their teams. The weekend starts with the two thrilling semi-finals on Saturday, in which the finalists are determined. The grand final follows on Sunday, in which the new German cup winner is crowned.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

For the fans and players, the Final4 is a unique mixture of excitement, emotional highlights and a sense of community. The sizzling atmosphere, the colourful fan chants and the passion on the pitch make the event an unforgettable experience. In addition to the sporting programme, there will be a supporting programme with fan activities, merchandising stands and autograph sessions, making the weekend an all-round successful experience for fans of all ages.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Historic moments and successes
Numerous legendary moments have been written over the years at the REWE Final4. The tournaments are known for surprise victories, dramatic overtime and thrilling finals that bring spectators to the edge of their seats. Many well-known handball clubs such as THW Kiel, Rhein-Neckar Löwen, SG Flensburg-Handewitt and SC Magdeburg have celebrated great success in Cologne and lifted the DHB Cup. Some teams have even won the title several times, making them "cup teams" in the history of German handball.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

One highlight, for example, was the cup final in 2011, in which HSV Hamburg defeated the big favourites THW Kiel in a thrilling final. SC Magdeburg also caused a sensation in 2017 and won the cup title again after many years, making the event all the more emotional for the fans. VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The importance of the REWE Final4

for German handball
The REWE Final4 has established itself as one of the most prestigious tournaments in German handball and is a symbol of the strength and popularity of the sport in Germany. Winning the cup is a particularly valuable title for the players and clubs, as it represents a special sporting challenge due to the knockout system and the demanding Final4 format. At the same time, the tournament is an important factor for the DHB and the sport of handball in Germany in terms of drawing public attention to handball and attracting new fans.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Future of the REWE Final4
The future of the REWE Final4 looks promising. The DHB and the LANXESS arena have continuously modernised and improved the event in order to offer fans an exceptional experience. Planned technical innovations and increased media coverage should help to further establish the REWE Final4 as an integral part of the German handball landscape.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The REWE Final4 in Cologne

is not just the DHB Cup final, but a real highlight of the handball year. Thanks to its special atmosphere, tradition and top-class matches, the tournament has become firmly anchored in the German sporting calendar and has become an integral part of the handball world. Year after year, the event unites the handball community and offers fans an unrivalled mix of sport, excitement and emotion.

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The Lanxess Arena in Cologne

The LANXESS arena in Cologne, originally known as the "Kölnarena", is one of the largest and most modern multi-purpose halls in Europe. Since its opening in 1998, it has established itself as an important event venue in Germany and is internationally renowned for major sporting events as well as concerts and entertainment events.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The planning phase: A new landmark for Cologne
The idea for the arena was born in the early 1990s. Cologne, a city with a great cultural and sporting tradition, wanted to create a venue that would meet the needs of the modern event industry. Planning began in 1991 and the foundation stone was laid in 1996. The city of Cologne and private investors provided the financing to build one of the largest and most advanced event halls in Germany.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Architecture and construction
Architect Peter Böhm designed the arena with a striking, arched roof construction, which is now the building's landmark. The characteristic steel arch, which spans the entire roof, is 76 metres high and gives the arena its unmistakable silhouette. With a total area of around 83,700 square metres, the arena offers space for up to 20,000 spectators and can be flexibly configured to accommodate a wide variety of event formats.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The construction of the arena was a major project that presented a challenge both architecturally and logistically. However, it was completed on schedule and the arena opened its doors in October 1998.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The opening and first events
The Kölnarena was officially opened on 17 October 1998. The first major star to perform in the new hall was Luciano Pavarotti. The arena immediately attracted national and international attention and quickly established itself as a first-class event venue in Europe. In the years that followed, the arena became the venue for numerous sporting events and concerts, from international music stars to German artists.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The renaming to LANXESS arena
In 2008, the Kölnarena was renamed the LANXESS arena. The German chemicals group LANXESS, which has its headquarters in Cologne, acquired the naming rights for the arena. Since then, it has been known as the "LANXESS arena" and the branding has helped to raise the company's profile internationally. The renaming had no impact on the operation of the arena and it remained a central element of Cologne's event calendar.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Sporting highlights
The LANXESS arena is particularly well known for the ice hockey matches of the Cologne Sharks, who play their home games here and attract thousands of fans. In addition to ice hockey, the arena also regularly hosts handball matches, including high-calibre matches such as the EHF Final4, the final tournament of the Champions League in European handball. The arena has also hosted boxing matches, basketball games and other major sporting events, including the 2001 and 2017 Ice Hockey World Championships.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Concerts and cultural events
The LANXESS arena attracts world-famous musicians and bands year after year. Artists such as Madonna, U2, the Rolling Stones, Beyoncé and many other superstars have given unforgettable concerts here. Thanks to its excellent acoustics and state-of-the-art technology, the arena is considered one of the best venues for live music in Germany. It also offers space for shows, musicals and comedy events, enriching the cultural programme for the city of Cologne and the region.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Significance for Cologne and the region
Since its opening, the LANXESS arena has become an important economic factor for Cologne. Millions of people visit the arena every year, giving the local economy a considerable boost through overnight stays, catering and retail. The arena has not only established itself as an event venue, but has also become an important part of Cologne's identity.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Outlook
The LANXESS arena continues to grow and remains one of the most important event halls in Europe. Planned modernisations and regular technical adjustments ensure that the arena will continue to meet the high demands of the market in the future. Whether sports, music or shows - the LANXESS arena will continue to represent Cologne internationally as a centre for culture and events in the years to come.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The history of the LANXESS arena

is the story of a vision that became reality and now characterises cultural and sporting life in Cologne. For more than two decades, the arena has thrilled fans from all over the world and made a significant contribution to Cologne's reputation as an important event location.

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The DHB

The German Handball Federation (DHB) is the largest handball association in the world and the central body for the organisation and development of handball in Germany. Since its foundation, the DHB has had an eventful history and has made a decisive contribution to promoting the sport of handball in Germany and internationally.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The beginnings of handball in Germany
The origins of handball in Germany date back to the early 1900s. At that time, however, handball was still an outdoor sport and was mainly played on football pitches. The first handball association in Germany was founded in 1921 under the name "Deutscher Reichsausschuss für Leibesübungen". Shortly afterwards, in 1925, the first official international handball match between Germany and Austria took place.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The founding of the German Handball Federation
The German Handball Federation itself was founded on 1 October 1949 in Minden, North Rhine-Westphalia. After the end of the Second World War, there was a need to reorganise the sport of handball in Germany, as the previous structures had been dissolved. The DHB assumed responsibility for the further development of handball, both in the area of large court handball and indoor handball.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Development of indoor handball
In the 1950s, the focus in Germany increasingly shifted to indoor handball. The winter sports hall made it possible to play at any time of year and made the sport accessible to a wider audience. Indoor handball quickly developed into an independent and extremely popular sport.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The DHB organised a national indoor handball championship for the first time in 1954, and in the following decades indoor handball became increasingly popular in Germany. The German men's national handball team won the first world championship in field handball in 1938, but in the following decades the DHB increasingly focussed on indoor handball, which led to more international successes.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Handball in the GDR
Handball was also popular in the GDR, and the "German Handball Association of the GDR" was founded in 1958. The association was independent and not united with the DHB. The GDR national teams were also successful and took part in international tournaments. In 1980, the GDR men's national team won Olympic gold in Moscow, a significant success for handball in the GDR.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Reunification and its effects
With the reunification of Germany in 1990, the two handball associations of the FRG and the GDR also merged. The German Handball Federation assumed responsibility for the entire sport of handball in reunified Germany. This merger was a challenge, as different structures and leagues had to be integrated. However, the DHB successfully mastered the merger and continued to expand handball throughout Germany.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The golden years and success at international level
The 2000s brought an era of significant sporting success for the DHB. Particularly noteworthy is the world championship title of the German men's national team in 2007, when the team won the tournament in their own country under coach Heiner Brand, sparking a huge enthusiasm for handball in Germany. The women's national team has also enjoyed international success, achieving several top placings at European and World Championships.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Structure and tasks of the DHB
Today, the German Handball Federation, based in Dortmund, is the world's largest handball association and comprises 22 regional associations with a total of around 4,500 clubs and over 750,000 members. The DHB is responsible for organising the Bundesliga (HBL) and promoting young handball talent. In addition to the Bundesliga, the "DHBPokal" cup tournament is also organised annually.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Another important goal of the DHB is to promote young talent. With programmes such as "Youth trains for the Olympics" and targeted talent development, the DHB continuously invests in the future of handball in Germany. A major focus here is on the junior performance centres, where young players are prepared for a career in professional sport.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

Challenges and modern developments
Today, the German Handball Federation faces the challenge of keeping handball popular in an increasingly digitalised world. To this end, the DHB relies on modern media and increased public relations work to make handball visible in social networks and on television. In addition, the DHB is working hard to integrate handball into schools and grassroots sport in order to promote interest in the sport and discover new talent.VIP tickets DHB Cup Final REWE Final4 Cologne

The German Handball Federation

has developed into one of the most important organisations in German sport since it was founded in 1949. Through the merger with the handball association of the GDR and the continuous promotion of youth and professional sport, the DHB has brought handball to a high level. Thanks to its history, structure and commitment, the German Handball Federation remains a key player in international handball and represents Germany at the highest sporting level. The successes of the past decades and the continuous development of handball ensure that the DHB plays an important role in German and international sport. VIP tickets DHB Pokalfinale REWE Final4 Köln, rewe final tickets, änderspiele businessseats dfbpokalfinale viptickets, experience in exclusive rooms unique