Into the summer semester with momentum - the HSZ invites you to a varied sports program and exciting events

15/04/2024

The summer semester has begun and at the RWTH University Sports Center (HSZ) this means: exciting events and a summer sports program! After the cold winter, students are of course finally looking forward to summer, sunshine and outdoor sports. At the same time, construction work continues on the new Königshügel sports hall.
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With the start of the summer semester, the new registration period at the HSZ has also begun. Demand remained high. Many courses were fully booked within a few minutes. For all those who still want to start the summer semester in a sporty way after the start of registration, there are a few remaining places in some sports. Individual appointments can also be booked 24 hours in advance for numerous courses. And you can also register for the RWTH Gym at any time, regardless of when registration opens.

On June 4, the RWTH FH Sportsday opens the summer event season at the HSZ. Interested parties can get to know the university sports program through numerous taster courses and tournaments on the Königshügel. Registration for the tournaments has already begun and is possible on the HSZ website.

Another event highlight of the summer semester is the Lousberglauf on July 3. This absolute cult run is taking place for the 35th time. With a distance of 5,555 meters, the traditional run over the Lousberg is a popular challenge for runners from Aachen and the surrounding area, especially due to the steep inclines and declines. Registration opens on May 27 on the HSZ website.

A number of construction projects are underway at the University Sports Center: Work continues on the new sports hall at Königshügel. The demolition has been completed and the new construction process has begun. This is expected to be completed by mid-2025. A new sports complex with a fitness center and sports bar is also being built at Campus Jülich. This should be completed by the end of 2026.

Further projects are being planned. These include the modernization of the Königshügel stadium. The existing space is to be used more effectively to compensate for the loss of sports facilities due to the expansion of the chemistry building. The aim is not only to create new facilities and upgrade existing ones, but also to create areas that invite people to linger, summarizes Peter Lynen.