On 16 July 2023, the Women’s Cycling Grand Prix took place for the first time. This UCI professional one-day race for women attracted an international field of 120 riders. The challenging course offered a varied and exciting race. The start was in the Stuttgart region (Tamm), while the finish was in Stuttgart. The approximately 105-kilometre course led through the districts of Ludwigsburg and Böblingen and presented the female riders with numerous challenges.

The winner after 104 kilometres was the Italian Elena PIRRONE from Team Israel Premier Tech Roland after 2:39:47 hours. The Austrian Kathrin SCHWEINBERGER from Team CERATIZIT-WNT Pro Cycling came in second. Linda RIEDMANN came in third place.

The 42nd edition of the Oderrundfahrt took place from 6 July to 9 July around Frankfurt (Oder). The traditional cycling event in the Märkisch-Oderland / Brandenburg region led the participating cyclists over a total of five stages to Seelow (Märkisch-Oderland). For the first time, women and juniors also took part in the cycling race this year. The organisers counted a total of 80 female cyclists (12 teams) and 200 male cyclists.

Selected pictures from the test match between ETB Schwarz Weiß Essen (Oberliga Niederrhein) and Rot-Weiss Essen (3. Liga) on 08 July 2023. As part of the pre-season preparation for the 2023/2024 season, the two traditional Essen clubs tested their training level. The final score of the match was 2:5 in front of 2056 spectators at the Uhlenkrug Stadium in Essen.

After a break of more than 30 years, the Berlin Cycling Federation (BRV) has brought the “Tour de Berlin Feminin” back to life. On Sunday 2 July 2023, an international professional cycling race for women took place in the German capital. The race was held in UCI category 1.2 and covered a distance of 100 kilometres. One day earlier, on 1 July 2023, a criterium over about 70 kilometres was held.

Caroline Kirk Schad from the Danish team ACR Women won the criterium on Saturday to kick off the “Tour de Berlin Feminin”. Schad won the 72-kilometre circuit (24 laps of 3 km each) on the Straße des 17. Juni in a sprint ahead of Nikola Bajgerova from the Polish team MAT Atom and Josephine Peloquin from the French team Grand Est La Fabrique.
>>> all photos from first Day Tour de Berlin Feminin

On the second day of the main race, Elena Hartmann from Team Israel Premier Tech – Roland won the Tour de Berlin Feminin. The 32-year-old Swiss won with a lead of 23 seconds. Belgian Marith Vanhove from Team Parkhotel Valkenburg came in second ahead of Italian Martina Alzini from Team Cofidis. The best German was Fabienne Jährig from Team Maxx-Solar-Rose, who came fourth.
>>> all photos from second day Tour de Berlin Feminin

The German Road Cycling Championships (nationals) of the U23 Cycling Youngsters and the Elite Women and Men took place in 2023 from 23 to 25 June 2023 in Donaueschingen and in Bad Dürrheim in the Black Forest. Competitions were held in the individual time trial and the road race. The time trial covered a 32.2-kilometre course. The circuit of the road race is almost 27 kilometres long and has about 360 metres of altitude. The women will complete the course five times, covering 135 kilometres, while the men will ride the course eight times, covering 215 kilometres.

In our photo agency you will find photos of all competitions, all athletes, all winners and all award ceremonies.

Day 1 Individual Time Trial ITT (23 June 2023) – German Cycling Championships: Photos from the first day of the German Road Cycling Championships with all riders, winners, award ceremony:

🏆 Antonia Niedermaier (U23)
🏆 Mieke Kröger (Elite)
🏆 Moritz Kretschy (U23)
🏆 Nils Politt (Elite)

German Road Cycling Championships 2023

Day 2 Road race Women Elite (24 June 2023) – German Cycling Championships: Photos from the second day of the German Road Cycling Championships with all riders, winners, award ceremony:

Liane Lippert Deutsche Meisterin

Day 3 Road race Men Elite (25 June 2023) – German Cycling Championships: Photos from the third day of the German Road Cycling Championships with all riders, winners, award ceremony:

German Road Cycling Championships 2023

The German Track Cycling Championships have been held since 1884. The German champions are determined in the various disciplines of track cycling: Sprint, Keirin, Time Trial, Team Sprint, Single Pursuit, Team Pursuit, Scratch, Points Race, Elimination, Madison.
The 136th German Track Cycling Championships 2023 took place from 14 to 18 June at the cycling track in Cottbus. This was the sixth time that the track was the venue for German track championships.

Day 1 (14 June 2023) – German Track Cycling Championships: Photos from the first day of the German Track Cycling Championships with all riders, winners, award ceremony

BRAUßE Franziska: DM Bahn 2023 - Cottbus

Day 2 (15 June 2023) – German Track Cycling Championships: Photos from the second day of the German Track Cycling Championships with all riders, winners, award ceremony

Track Team Brandenburg: DM Bahn 2023 - Cottbus

Day 3 (16 June 2023) – German Track Cycling Championships: Photos from the third day of the German Track Cycling Championships with all riders, winners, award ceremony

 Day 3 - DM Bahn - Nationals Track Germany

Day 4 (17 June 2023) – German Track Cycling Championships: Photos from the fourth day of the German Track Cycling Championships with all riders, winners, award ceremony

2023-06-17 Day 4 - DM Bahn - Nationals Track Germany

Day 5 (18 June 2023) – German Track Cycling Championships: Photos from the fifth day of the German Track Cycling Championships with all riders, winners, award ceremony

2023-06-18 Day 5 - DM Bahn - Nationals Track Germany

Photos of the American Football match: Rhein Fire vs Paris Musketeers American Football match during the 3rd match week of the European League of Football (ELF) season 2023 at the Schauinsland-Reisen Arena, Duisburg. Final score: 58:28 in front of 7271 spectators.

In our image database you will find photos of the match and various match scenes

Wrocław (Polish: Wrocław, Silesian: Brassel) is a large city in the Polish voivodeship of Lower Silesia and its capital. Wrocław is a popular destination mainly because of the Old Town around the Ring (Stare Miasto) and the Sand Island and Cathedral Island (Wyspa Piasek/Ostrów Tumski).

In our picture agency / photo database we have some photos of Wroclaw / Breslau and surroundings for direct download and use among others:
Wroclaw Cathedral St. John, Sand Church, Botanical Garden, Sand Bridge, Cathedral Bridge, Wroclaw Dwarfs, The Ring with many worth seeing town houses, Panorama of Racławice, City Hall, Fountain, Hansel and Gretel and the Zoo.

Srebrna Góra (Silver Mountain) is a village in Lower Silesia Voivodeship in Poland. It is located in the Powiat Ząbkowicki (Frankenstein District) and belongs to the municipality of Stoszowice (Peterwitz). The village lies on the northern slope of the Owl Mountains and borders the Wartha Mountains (Góry Bardzkie). It is located about twelve kilometres southwest of the district town of Ząbkowice Śląskie (Frankenstein).

Srebrna Góra

A road leads over the Silberberg Pass (Przełęcz Srebrna) from Ząbkowice Śląskie to Nowa Ruda (Neurode). The village is situated between the castles/fortresses Silberberg and Fort Spitzberg-Ostróg. Another attraction is the viaduct of the former rack railway.
In our stock photo agency / photo database we have some photos of Srebrna Góra and surroundings for direct download and use.

Photos of the American football game: Cologne Centurions vs Hamburg Sea Devils American football game during the 3rd match week of the European League of Football (ELF) season 2023 at the Sportpark Höhenberg in Cologne on 17 June 2023. Final score: 17:34 in front of 2200 spectators.
In our image database you will find photos of the match and various game scenes

Leipzig looks back on a fascinating history with significant cultural, economic and architectural milestones. The GDR period in particular occupies a unique place in Leipzig’s history and our historical photos offer valuable insights into the past. Here you will find historical photographs of the Leipzig Trade Fair, the railway station, the city centre and prominent landmarks. All pictures are available for private, editorial and (depending on the motif and agreement) commercial use.

Historical image database with Leipzig images

The Leipzig Trade Fair: Heartbeat of trade and commerce

Historical photos The Leipzig Trade Fair

The Leipzig Trade Fair, whose roots go back to the Middle Ages, was an important hub for international trade and commerce in GDR times. The fairgrounds were a hive of activity, with impressive exhibitions and lively marketplaces. The image database captures these vibrant scenes and lets us feel the atmosphere and economic vibrancy of this famous event. From the magnificent exhibition halls to the enthusiastic participants, the historical photographs provide an insight into Leipzig’s flourishing trading history.

Historical photos The Leipzig Trade Fair

Historical photographs of Leipzig railway station

Historical photographs of Leipzig railway station

Leipzig railway station, an architectural jewel, stands as a symbol of the city’s networking and progress in GDR times. The image database preserves snapshots of the station’s elegant façade, its bustling platforms and the hustle and bustle within its walls. The photographs not only capture the importance of rail transport, but also illustrate the station’s role as a meeting place where stories of encounters, departures and personal journeys took place. The collection turns the station into a gateway to Leipzig’s past, evoking nostalgia and reminding us of the city’s dynamic transport network.

Historical photographs of Leipzig’s city centre

Historical photographs of Leipzig's city centre

Leipzig’s city centre, with its mix of different architectural styles from several centuries, is a testament to the city’s turbulent history. The image database captures the essence of this cityscape, showing historic photographs of landmarks, charming squares and busy streets. The images provide a glimpse of Leipzig’s cityscape in GDR times and capture the spirit of the people and the development of the cityscape. From the imposing Leipzig Town Hall to the elegant façade of the Gewandhaus, the photographs invite you to explore Leipzig’s architectural heritage.

Historical photos of Leipzig sights and landmarks

The historical photos of Leipzig would not be complete without showing the city’s famous sights and landmarks. Whether the majestic Monument to the Battle of the Nations, the magnificent Leipzig Opera House or the tranquil Botanical Gardens – each place occupies an important place in the cultural fabric of the city. The image database serves as a virtual tour that allows visitors to immerse themselves in Leipzig’s past and appreciate the artistry, ingenuity and historical significance behind these famous landmarks.

We have photos from the photo shoot of Track Team Brandenburg (Cottbus historic town house), which presented itself to the public on a larger scale on 13 June 2023. Just under a year before the 2024 Olympic Games, the team around multiple World Champions Lea Sophie Friedrich (7 x World Championship gold), Emma Hinze (6) and Pauline Grabosch (4) gave a preview of the coming months.

Photos of the American football game: Rhein Fire vs Frankfurt Galaxy American football game during the 1st match week of the European League of Football (EFL) season 2023 at the schauinsland-reisen-arena in Duisburg on 4 June 2023. Final score: 33:9 in front of 12,665 spectators.
In our image database you will find photos of the match and various match scenes

We were at the Niederrheinpokal final on 3 June 2023 at the Hafenstraße stadium in Essen. Rot-Weiss Essen against Rot Weiß Oberhausen. Final score 2:0 in front of 19,000 spectators. Our more than one hundred photos include scenes from the match, fan actions such as choreo and pyro show, as well as the atmosphere in the home and visitors’ stands, and also pictures of the award ceremony and the celebrations of Rot-Weiss Essen with the fans.

Professional men’s handball: We were at the handball match TuSEM Essen against TV 05/07 Hüttenberg on 02 June 2023 in the Sporthalle am Hallo, Essen. The match took place as part of the 37th matchday of the 2nd Handball Bundesliga of the 2022/2023 season. The final score was 30:23 in front of 1,803 spectators.

The traditional cycling race the International Tour of Thuringia for Women (since 2017 officially called the International LOTTO Thuringia Ladies Tour) takes place annually in eastern Thuringia. The Tour is classified in the highest UCI category and is so far the only professional stage race for women in Germany. In 2023, the LOTTO Thuringia Ladies Tour took place as usual at the end of May over six stages between 23 May and 28 May. Six stages – 651 kilometres – 17 teams from eight nations. After the quiet start in Schleiz, Gera, Schmölln, Gotha and Schmalkalden will follow. The last stage was in Mühlhausen.

1st stage (23 May 2023) – around Schleiz: The team time trial over 9.1 kilometres was won by Team SD Worx with Lotte KOPECKY, Mischa BREDEWOLD, Lorena WIEBES, Barbara Guarischi and Lonneke Uneken ahead of Team Jayco AlUla and Canyon//SRAM Racing.

35. Internationale LOTTO Thüringen Ladies Tour 2023 - 23.05.-28.05.2023

2st stage (24 May 2023) – around Gera: The road race “around Gera” over 153,5 kilometres was won by BREDEWOLD Mischa ( NED ) – TEAM SD WORX ( SDW ) ahead of GUARISCHI Barbara and WIEBES Lorena

35. Internationale LOTTO Thüringen Ladies Tour 2023 - 23.05.-28.05.2023

3st stage (25 May 2023) – around Schmölln: The road race “around Schmölln” over 94.6 kilometres was won by GUARISCHI Barbara Team SD Worx ahead of WIEBES Lorena Team SD Worx and ALONSO Sandra CERATIZIT-WNT Pro Cycling

35. Internationale LOTTO Thüringen Ladies Tour 2023 - 23.05.-28.05.2023

4st stage (26 May 2023) – around Gotha: The road race “around Gotha” over 133,7 kilometres was won by UNEKEN Lonneke Team SD Worx ahead of LACH Marta from CERATIZIT-WNT Pro Cycling and SCHWEINBERGER Christina Fenix-Deceuninck

35. Internationale LOTTO Thüringen Ladies Tour 2023 - 23.05.-28.05.2023

5st stage (27 May 2023) – around Schmalkalden: The road race “around Schmalkalden” over 132,6 kilometres was won by WIEBES Lorena Team SD Worx ahead of BASTIANELLI Marta UAE Team ADQ and LACH Marta CERATIZIT-WNT Pro Cycling

35. Internationale LOTTO Thüringen Ladies Tour 2023 - 23.05.-28.05.2023

6st stage (28 May 2023) – around Mühlhausen: The road race “around Mühlhausen” over 125,2 kilometres was won by KOPECKY Lotte Team SD Worx ahead of WIEBES Lorena Team SD Worx and ROSEMAN-GANNON Ruby Team Jayco AlUla

35. Internationale LOTTO Thüringen Ladies Tour 2023 - 23.05.-28.05.2023

Final results of the Internationale LOTTO Thüringen Ladies Tour 2023:

1 KOPECKY Lotte Team SD Worx
2 WIEBES Lorena Team SD Worx
3 BREDEWOLD Mischa Team SD Worx

35. Internationale LOTTO Thüringen Ladies Tour 2023 - 23.05.-28.05.2023

Women’s American Football European Championship international match series, Germany – Great Britain at the Jahn-Kampfpahn in Solingen. Final result 23:22 Spectators 1116.

Football / 3. league / Germany: We were at the football match Rot-Weiss Essen (RWE) vs SC Verl. 38th matchday of the 3. league season 2022/2023 on 27 May 2023 at Stadion an der Hafenstraße in Essen (North Rhine-Westphalia / Germany). Final score of the match was 2:2 in front of 15,597 spectators.

Basketball Regionalliga Play Off Final Game 3, ETB Miners – Ademax Ballers Ibbenbüren, 21.05.2023, final score 72:84,

Football / 3. Liga / Germany: We were at the football match Hallescher FC vs Rot-Weiss Essen (RWE). 37th matchday of the 3. league season 2022/2023 on 20 May 2023 at Leuna Chemie Stadion in Halle (Sachsen Anhalt / Germany). Final score of the match was 2:0 in front of 12,773 spectators / 1,500 guest fans.

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