On 8 May, the regional leg of the torch relay began in Bochum, marking a festive milestone on the road to the Rhine-Ruhr FISU World University Games 2025. Pupils from Bochum’s Elite Schools of Sport received the torch and accompanied it through the city, starting from their school and heading with great enthusiasm to Bochum’s town hall. There, in a symbolic ceremony, the Host City plaque was unveiled, celebrating Bochum’s role in the upcoming Games.
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The torch arrives with Wanda and Rising Star Frieda Echterhoff, who lead a warm-up session before the relay begins with participating schoolchildren.
The regional route of our Flame Relay began in Bochum on 8 May. Pupils from Bochum's elite sports schools received the torch and accompanied it on its journey through the city. From the schoolyard, the torch made its way to Bochum's town hall with great enthusiasm. The Host City plaque was also unveiled in this festive setting – a symbolic moment marking Bochum’s role in the Rhine-Ruhr 2025 FISU World University Games.
The route continued along the Volunteer Mile, where committed citizens, students, and well-known personalities carried the torch, highlighting the importance of volunteering in sport and society.
A sporting highlight awaited the torch at the Georg Agricola University of Applied Sciences. It was carried across the campus as part of a lively sports festival, accompanied by students and guests who celebrated the anticipation of the FISU Games together.
The torch then took a special route – the U35 university line transported it to Ruhr University Bochum. There, the first stage of the regional route concluded with an atmospheric get-together – a perfect end to a day full of enthusiasm, community spirit, and sporting inspiration.
Track & field athlete and Team Rhine-Ruhr 2025 Ambassador
Mayor of the City of Bochum
CEO Rhine-Ruhr 2025
CSO Rhine-Ruhr 2025
Mascot of Rhine-Ruhr 2025
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"Bochum is proud to be part of this global sporting event. As a Host City - now symbolised by the official plaque - we look forward to the 3x3 wheelchair basketball & basketball as well as athletics competitions taking place in our city. I am confident it will be an inspiring and thrilling event." - Thomas Eiskirch
