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Rhine-Ruhr 2025 Torch

Torch

The Torch of the Rhine-Ruhr 2025 FISU World University Games combines tradition with transformation. It symbolises the history and evolution of the Rhine-Ruhr region, reflecting its unique connection between the past and the future. As a powerful emblem, the Torch embodies the region’s cultural heritage while shining a light on its innovative aspirations. The design incorporates characteristic elements of the region, telling the story of its journey from its mining, manufacturing and engineering roots, to a post-industrial, vibrant cultural landscape. 

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Just like the Rhine-Ruhr region, the Torch fuses fire with water, connecting the energy of an industrial past with the promise and renewal of the future.

Six Contours

Six bold contours, inspired by mining shafts, honour the region’s roots, resilience, and strong character. They also symbolise the six Host Cities of the FISU Games. 

Curved lines

Curved lines echo the gentle silhouettes of spoil tips and waterways, reflecting the region’s transformation from industry to culture.

Crown

The crown of the torch, symbolising excellence in sports and science, features 18 prongs representing the participating sports.

Rhine-Ruhr 2025 Logo

The logo of Rhine-Ruhr 2025 in shining gold evokes the glow of miners' lamps. 

FISU Logo

The logo of FISU in shining gold evokes the glow of miners' lamps. 

Coal Black

The deep black design of the torch honors the proud heritage of mining and reflects the region's roots.

‘We are delighted that we were able to support the Rhine-Ruhr 2025 FISU Games in designing the torch with our scientific expertise on mining. We see the result as a powerful symbol that combines the proud history of the region with innovative developments of the present and future.’

Prof. Dr. Sunhild Kleingärtner (Scientific Director, German Mining Museum Bochum)

Passionately connected by fire and water

The flame, a symbol of power and passion, unites the values of sport and the spirit of the region. Proud of the past, driven toward an innovative future. Passionately connected by fire and water.

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Torch designers

We organised a German-wide design compeition for the torch design at universities. We received numerous great designs. After a jury evaluated the designs, as luck would have it, two desigs tied for first place. The siblings Christian and Julia Stratmann shared first place with the designer Team Fabian Arnold and Victor Gorelik.

Both designs were well thought out down to the smallest detail and told a story. It was not possible to bring these stories together. And so we decided to develop the design further with the designer team of Fabian and Victor.

Julia Stratmann

Architecture and Urban Planning

TU Dortmund

Christian Stratmann

Industrial Design

University of Wuppertal

Fabian Arnold

Design

HFG Offenbach

Victor Gorelik

Design

HFG Offenbach

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