Lanxess Arena Seating Guide
Where to sit & the best seats
Where to sit at Lanxess Arena
Lower Tier (Unterrang) blocks facing the stage
Seated, close and front-on to an end stage.
Lower rows of the Upper Tier (Oberrang) facing the stage
Affordable elevated seats before the highest rows.
Upper Tier blocks behind an end stage
Little or no view of the stage front; usually withheld for concerts.
About Lanxess Arena
The Lanxess Arena holds up to around 20,000 for concerts, making it the biggest indoor arena in Germany, with capacities of roughly 18,500-19,500 for ice hockey and handball. Seating rises steeply from a floor (standing or seated) through numbered lower and upper blocks, sometimes separated into cube sections, and the best concert views come from the lower blocks facing an end stage and the front of the floor. The upper blocks climb high, so the top and behind-stage sections feel distant. It is the home of the Kölner Haie ice hockey team and a major concert stop.
Opened in 1998 as the Kölnarena, the Lanxess Arena is Germany's largest indoor arena and is crowned by a vast 76-metre steel roof arch, nicknamed the Henkelmännchen, that dominates the Cologne-Deutz skyline. Its steep, deep bowl and flexible cube-based seating let it host everything from arena concerts to ice hockey and handball at close quarters.
Lanxess Arena in photos
4 outside · 5 inside the venue
Seating map
This is the map used for ticket sales at Lanxess Arena. Exact configuration varies by event.
How the venue is set up
End-stage concert
Stage at one end with a standing or seated floor plus the full bowl, up to about 20,000; behind-stage upper blocks are cut from sale.
Ice hockey / handball
Central rink or court with seating around all sides for the Kölner Haie and handball, roughly 18,500-19,500.
In-the-round / other
Central stage or reduced cube configurations for particular shows and events.
Seating levels explained
Floor / InnenraumFloor blocks
The flat floor in front of an end stage, standing for many concerts or seated for others.
Pros: Closest to the stage and the centre of the atmosphere.
Cons: Flat floor limits views behind a tall standing crowd.
Lower Tier / UnterrangLower numbered blocks
The first ring of seating around and above the floor.
Pros: Strong sightlines, especially blocks facing an end stage.
Cons: Side and cube blocks lose part of the stage; front rows sit low.
Upper Tier / OberrangUpper numbered blocks
The steep upper ring wrapping the top of the tall bowl.
Pros: Elevated overview of the stage and production for less money.
Cons: High, distant view from the back rows and steep steps.
Premium / LogenBoxes and business seats
Private boxes (Logen) and business seating with lounge access.
Pros: Comfort, private facilities and good central views.
Cons: Higher price and limited availability.
Best seats at Lanxess Arena
Best overall for concerts
Lower Tier (Unterrang) blocks facing the stage
Seated, close and front-on to an end stage.
Closest to the stage / floor
Front of the floor (Innenraum)
Right at the barrier for the most immersive experience.
Best value
Lower rows of the Upper Tier (Oberrang) facing the stage
Affordable elevated seats before the highest rows.
Seated with a full view
Central Lower Tier, a few rows up
Elevated enough to clear the floor crowd, head-on to the stage.
Best for ice hockey
Lower Tier along the sides near centre ice
Close, central views of the full rink for Kölner Haie games.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall for concerts | Lower Tier (Unterrang) blocks facing the stage | Seated, close and front-on to an end stage. |
| Closest to the stage / floor | Front of the floor (Innenraum) | Right at the barrier for the most immersive experience. |
| Best value | Lower rows of the Upper Tier (Oberrang) facing the stage | Affordable elevated seats before the highest rows. |
| Seated with a full view | Central Lower Tier, a few rows up | Elevated enough to clear the floor crowd, head-on to the stage. |
| Best for ice hockey | Lower Tier along the sides near centre ice | Close, central views of the full rink for Kölner Haie games. |
Seats to avoid & obstructed views
Upper Tier blocks behind an end stage: Little or no view of the stage front; usually withheld for concerts.
Highest rows of the Upper Tier: Steep, high and far from the stage, relying on the screens.
Lower blocks directly beside the stage: Sharp side-on angle with possible staging obstruction.
Cube blocks with restricted separation: Some divided cube sections have angled or partly blocked views.
Accessibility & companion seating
The Lanxess Arena provides wheelchair-accessible spaces and easy-access seating with accessible toilets and lifts, and offers assistance for disabled visitors arranged in advance. Accessible tickets, including a companion place where eligible, are booked through the venue's dedicated service rather than general sale.
Where: Wheelchair positions are located at accessible levels of the lower bowl with step-free routes.
Upcoming events at Lanxess Arena
Lenny Kravitz -Cologne, Germany
Wed, 29 July 2026 · Concerts
Germany vs Netherlands
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 · 2027 FIBA World Cup European Qualifying
Kolner Haie vs Frolunda HC
Thu, 10 Sept 2026 · Champions Hockey League
Katseye-Cologne, Germany
Sun, 13 Sept 2026 · Concerts
Bryan Adams-Cologne, Germany
Sat, 3 Oct 2026 · Concerts
Kolner Haie vs Herning Blue Fox
Wed, 7 Oct 2026 · Champions Hockey League
Duran Duran-Cologne, Germany
Thu, 8 Oct 2026 · Concerts
Placebo-Cologne, Germany
Mon, 2 Nov 2026 · Concerts
Getting there
Transport
The arena is in Cologne-Deutz, a short walk from Köln Messe/Deutz station and served by Stadtbahn tram lines that stop at Bahnhof Deutz/LANXESS arena, connecting quickly to Köln Hauptbahnhof across the Rhine. Paid parking is available on site, but public transport is the simplest choice on event days.
The area
It sits in the Deutz district on the right bank of the Rhine, near the Koelnmesse exhibition grounds and a short tram or walk across the river from Cologne's old town and cathedral. The riverside promenade offers views back to the Dom before a show.
Lanxess Arena · Cologne, Germany
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of the Lanxess Arena?
Up to around 20,000 for concerts, making it Germany's largest indoor arena, with roughly 18,500-19,500 for ice hockey and handball.
What are the best seats for a concert?
Lower Tier (Unterrang) blocks facing an end stage for a seated view, or the front of the floor for immersion.
How do I get there?
It is in Cologne-Deutz, a short walk from Köln Messe/Deutz station and served by Stadtbahn trams stopping at Bahnhof Deutz/LANXESS arena.
Which team plays there?
The Kölner Haie ice hockey team play their home games at the arena.
Which seats should I avoid?
Upper Tier blocks behind the stage and the highest rows, which are steep and distant.
What was it called before?
It opened as the Kölnarena in 1998 before the Lanxess naming-rights deal.
What is the bag policy?
Only small bags are permitted and all bags are searched on entry; large bags and rucksacks are not allowed inside.
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