On the left-hand side, a maple tree can be seen in front of the stadium and indoor hall shell

Stadium and indoor hall shell with maple tree (1984)

In this black-and-white photograph of Heinz Nixdorf, he is standing in front of the athletics stadium, looking straight ahead. In the background, the athletics area with the grass pitch and the tartan track can be seen. Further in the background, trees are visible.

Heinz Nixdorf

Heinz Nixdorf – visionary, sports enthusiast and founder of the Ahorn-Sportpark – would have turned 100 on 9 April 2025. As an entrepreneur and passionate promoter of sport, he not only helped write a significant chapter in German economic history, but also left a lasting mark on the city and district of Paderborn. His visionary thinking, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to sport continue to have an impact to this day. We remember an extraordinary man with gratitude and deep respect.