General decree of the district-free city of Chemnitz

for 13 August 2025 to maintain public safety and order in connection with the Chemnitzer FC football match in the one stadium on Gellertstraße in Chemnitz

Pursuant to Sections 1(1)(3), Section 5(1) and Section 31a(1) in conjunction with (2) and (5) of the Saxon Police Authorities Act, as amended on 11 May 2019 (SächsGVBl. p. 358, 389), as amended by Article 2 of the Act of 22 July 2024 (SächsGVBl. p. 724), the following

General Order

by the City of Chemnitz for 15 August 2026 to maintain public safety and order in connection with the Chemnitzer FC football match at the eins-Stadion on Gellertstraße, Gellertstraße 25, 09130 Chemnitz.

1. To enforce the prohibitions set out in Section 31a(1) of the Saxon Police Authorities Act (SächsPBG), the following orders are issued:

a. The prohibition, pursuant to Section 31a(1)(1), second alternative, of the Saxon Police Authorities Act (SächsPBG), covers the following items:

• Metal rods, slats
• Chains (excluding jewellery)
• Baseball bats
• Stones
• Knives not covered by the Weapons Act
• Cutting and stabbing tools (e.g. scissors)
• gloves filled with quartz sand

b. The prohibition under Section 31a(1)(2) of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG) covers the following items:

• Helmets
• Protective vests
• Protective pads and armour
• Puncture-resistant gloves/protective gloves
• Boxing mouthguards/mouth protectors

c. The prohibition under Section 31a(1)(3) of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG) covers the following items:

• Balaclavas
• tube scarves used for improper purposes
• Ski goggles
• Hooded jackets/hoods with integrated goggles/masks/balaclavas
• face coverings used for unauthorised purposes (excluding medical masks)
• Disposable and reusable coveralls
  

2. The area covered by this order comprises, in accordance with the attached site plan (see map), which forms part of this order, the following streets/streetscapes, paths and squares:

• Chemnitz Central Station (platforms 1 to 14, the entire area of the cross-platform as well as the south tunnel between Bahnhofstraße and Dresdner Straße, the light hall)
• Georgstraße from Bahnhofstraße to Straße der Nationen
• Straße der Nationen from Georgstraße to August-Bebel-Straße
• August-Bebel-Straße from Straße der Nationen to Dresdner Straße
• Thomas-Mann-Platz
• Gellertstraße from Dresdner Straße to Zietenstraße
• Hainstraße from Palmstraße to Forststraße
• Forststraße from Hainstraße to Steinweg
• Mauerstraße from Georgstraße to Minna-Simon-Straße
• ‘Bazillenröhre’ pedestrian underpass from Mauerstraße to Dresdner Straße
• Dresdner Straße from Gießerstraße to Gellertstraße
• Palmstraße from Dresdner Straße to Zietenstraße
• Reinhardtstraße from Palmstraße to Gellertstraße
• Connecting path (Schwarzer Weg) from Forststraße to Heinrich-Schütz-Straße
• Heinrich-Schütz-Straße from Planitzwiese to Zietenstraße
• Zietenstraße from Heinrich-Schütz-Straße to Forststraße
• Planitzwiese industrial estate
• Zeisigwald woodland between Planitzwiese, Eichenweg, Reitweg and Forststraße
• Car parks P2, P3, P4/Heim, P4/Gast and car parks on Forststraße (both already covered under Forststraße from Hainstraße to Steinweg), CPSV car park
• eins Stadium on Gellertstraße (event site at Gellertstraße 25)

3. The orders shall apply in the areas specified on 15 August 2026 between 10.00 and 22.00.

4. Immediate enforcement of paragraphs 1 to 3 of this order is ordered in accordance with Section 80(2)(4) of the Administrative Court Rules (VwGO).

5. This general order shall be deemed to have been notified on Friday, 14 August 2026.

Chemnitz, 13 August 2026

I. Facts of the case

On 15 August 2026, Chemnitzer FC (CFC) and FC Erzgebirge Aue (FCE Aue) will face each other as part of Matchday 5 of the Regionalliga Nordost (RLNO). The match will be played at the eins-Stadion on Gellertstraße, Gellertstraße 25, 09130 Chemnitz. Kick-off is at 4.00 pm.

The match has been jointly classified by the police, the City of Chemnitz and the host club as a Category 1 security/high-risk fixture.

The supporters of both teams have a proven history of high potential for violence and have traditionally been at odds with one another.

The police’s risk assessment is based on the following key factors:

The football match on 15 August 2026 is a so-called ‘East Derby’ or ‘Saxony Derby’. Derbies regularly give rise to heightened levels of emotional intensity amongst the fan bases involved and carry great symbolic significance, as they are often linked to a long history of rivalry. With regard to the upcoming fixture, the relationship between the fan bases must even be described as hostile, meaning that an increased propensity for violence and aggression amongst the fan groups – particularly the high-risk groups – is to be expected.

Furthermore, this will be the first time in a long while that the two clubs have faced each other in league competition, which may lead to a certain degree of euphoria or tension in the run-up to match day. Euphoric and provocative behaviour by supporters of the winning team towards the opposing fans is to be expected, regardless of which team prevails on 15 August 2026. This may lead to increased frustration and a rise in the propensity for violence amongst the supporters of the losing team. Consequently, verbal and physical altercations are to be expected.

FCE Aue supporters’ behaviour:

Chemnitz supporters observe traditional rituals at home matches. They gather in and around popular venues near the stadium to get in the mood for the upcoming match. Supporters’ paraphernalia is prepared for the match and transported to the stadium. The ultra scene also meets up and regularly makes its way to the stadium as a closed group. The city of Chemnitz, and in particular the area around the stadium, is regarded as ‘their own’ territory and is asserted or defended against other football supporters. This was evident, amongst other things, in the fact that, days before a match, Chemnitz fans had already daubed slogans and graffiti inciting hatred and violence in the away supporters’ section or in the vicinity of the away entrance.

The supporters of both teams have a proven history of high potential for violence and maintain a traditionally hostile relationship.

The two teams have faced each other on several occasions in the past in both league and cup competitions, with the following incidents, amongst others, having come to light:

CFC fan behaviour:

Chemnitz supporters observe traditional rituals at home matches. They meet in and around popular venues near the stadium to get in the mood for the upcoming match. Supporters’ paraphernalia is prepared for the match and transported to the stadium. The ultra scene also meets up and regularly makes its way to the stadium as a closed group. The city of Chemnitz, and in particular the area surrounding the stadium, is regarded as ‘their own’ territory and is asserted or defended against other football supporters. This was evident, amongst other things, in the fact that, days before a match, Chemnitz fans had already daubed slogans and graffiti inciting hatred and violence in the away supporters’ section or in the vicinity of the away entrance.

The two teams have faced each other on several occasions in league fixtures in the past, with the following incidents, amongst others, having come to light.

Match between CFC and FCE Aue on 22 March 2025 (kick-off 3.00 pm) as part of the quarter-finals of the Wernesgrüner Saxony Cup in Chemnitz (excerpts):

Even before the event began, at 10.35 am, a physical altercation broke out in the area of Straße der Nationen, near Heinrich-Zille-Straße in Chemnitz, between approximately 130 Aue supporters and around 30 supporters from Chemnitz and Cottbus. During this altercation, objects from a nearby building site were, amongst other things, used to attack members of the opposing group. Some of the suspects were masked. The incident described was recorded as a breach of the peace. During the subsequent police operation, several balaclavas, gloves, mouth guards and spray paint cans were found at the scene in connection with the breach of the peace. The Aue supporters in question travelled to Chemnitz covertly by car or train.

Furthermore, in the run-up to the match, as part of further police operations in the vicinity of the stadium and on the access and exit routes, items such as balaclavas, tube scarves, protective gloves, brass knuckles, pyrotechnics, etc. were found in the possession of supporters of the teams involved.

During the event, there were several instances of supporters from the home side wearing face coverings and the unauthorised setting off of pyrotechnics. Furthermore, the toilet facilities in the away supporters’ area of the stadium were flooded, and a partition wall, a toilet door and three toilet seats were destroyed.

As the away fans were being escorted on foot to Chemnitz Central Station after the match, there were attempts by Chemnitz fans to attack the FCE Aue supporters in the area around Thomas-Mann-Platz. The police officers on duty were forced to intervene to prevent the attacks. During this, one of the away fans struck a police officer on the head whilst he was wearing his helmet. As the escort continued, a police officer was repeatedly physically assaulted by an away fan. The man who was later charged jumped on the officer’s back from behind.

In the area around Hainstraße and Philippstraße, near the Bull’s Eye Sports Bar, a mutual physical altercation broke out after the match between several Chemnitz supporters.

Also following the event, a visiting fan had a scarf, a set of keys and a mobile phone forcibly stolen by several home fans in the Planitzwiese industrial estate.

In total, 29 criminal offences and four administrative offences were recorded by the police in connection with the match on 22 March 2025, and four people were injured. The offences/violations included, amongst others:

• breach of the peace,
• robbery,
• breaches under Section 31a of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG) following the issuance of a general order,
• offences under the Weapons Act,
• assault,
• grievous bodily harm,
• Resisting law enforcement officers,
• physical assaults on law enforcement officers,
• Offences under Section 86a of the Criminal Code (StGB),
• insults against police officers,
• repeated unauthorised setting off of pyrotechnic articles,
• thefts,
• damage to property (including a police service vehicle) and
• unauthorised putting up of posters.

The suspects were identified as supporters of both FCE Aue and CFC.

The match was attended by a total of 14,812 spectators, including around 2,000 FCE Aue supporters, and ended 0–2 in favour of FCE Aue. The away supporters travelled to and from the match mainly by train, some by private car and others by coach.

Match between CFC and FCE Aue on 22 April 2026 (kick-off 8.30 pm) as part of the semi-finals of the Wernesgrüner Saxony Cup in Chemnitz (excerpts):

Disturbances to public safety and order were also recorded during this match.
Among other measures to ensure the early separation of supporters, the organiser set up a ‘Park and Ride’ scheme and a shuttle service from the Chemnitz Exhibition Centre to the stadium for away supporters.
The journey to the stadium for both home and away supporters was generally uneventful.
Even before the match began, the toilet facilities in the away supporters’ section of the stadium were damaged on several occasions by unknown perpetrators.
Furthermore, during a pre-registered choreographed display in the home section of the stadium before kick-off, several individuals covered their faces and set off unauthorised pyrotechnics.
Throughout the match, masked individuals in the home section of the stadium repeatedly set off unauthorised pyrotechnics, whilst a single incident occurred in the away section.
In addition, one physical altercation took place in both the away and home sections during the event. In the course of the mutual altercation in the away section, a person lying on the ground was struck and the gate between the adjacent away sections was forced open. The security staff on duty were able to restore order. During the altercation in the home section, a person was also struck whilst lying on the ground, resulting in the victim sustaining a laceration to the head.
Furthermore, during the match, cups were thrown from home stands 2 and 3 towards the players and the pitch. No injuries were reported in connection with this incident.
After the final whistle, a home fan in Block 2 opened a gate leading into the stadium’s interior. To prevent people from entering the interior, the security staff commissioned by the organiser had to intervene, and the police officers on duty were forced to use direct coercion in the form of simple physical force.
Also following the match, a Chemnitz supporter in the home stand set fire to an FCE Aue fan scarf, whilst other home supporters displayed a banner bearing the inscription “Welcome to the fourth division, where nobody likes you”, which was intended to allude to FCE Aue’s impending relegation to the Regionalliga Nordost (RLNO).
As fans were leaving, further physical altercations broke out between the respective sets of supporters in the home and away sections and in the immediate vicinity of the stadium, and a police officer was physically assaulted.

In total, 32 criminal offences and one administrative offence were recorded by the police in connection with the match on 22 April 2026, and five people were injured. The offences/breaches included, amongst others:

• breaches under Section 31a of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG) following the issuance of a general order,
• assaults,
• grievous bodily harm or attempted grievous bodily harm,
• resisting law enforcement officers,
• Physical assault on law enforcement officers,
• Insulting police officers,
• repeated unauthorised setting off of pyrotechnic articles,
• damage to property.

The suspects were identified as supporters of both FCE Aue and CFC.
The match was attended by a total of 14,658 spectators, of whom 2,138 were FCE Aue supporters and 30 were supporters of FC Energie Cottbus (due to their fan friendship with CFC). The match ended 0–2 in favour of FCE Aue. The visiting fans travelled to and from the venue mainly by private car or shuttle bus, but also by coach and, to a small extent, by train. The comparatively low number of train journeys was due to the timing of the match (Wednesday evening, 8.30 pm).

Assessment of match day:

Given the appeal of the match and the geographical proximity, the police expect high levels of interest from both home and away supporters for the fixture on 15 August 2026, despite it being the holiday period and the start of the new school term in Saxony. The away section (ticket allocation: 2,000) was already sold out by 7 August 2026.
Based on experience from previous matches and given the proximity of the two cities, the possibility of disruptive groups arriving in Chemnitz ahead of time and carrying out disruptive actions cannot be ruled out. In connection with the upcoming match, the CFC fan base has notified the authorities of a fan march scheduled for 15 August 2026. This is scheduled to start in Chemnitz city centre several hours before kick-off and proceed to the eins stadium on Gellertstraße, meaning that, for this occasion too, an early influx of supporters – at least from the home side – into the city centre is to be expected.

As the match is scheduled for a Saturday afternoon and no shuttle service will be available for away supporters from the Chemnitz Exhibition Centre for the upcoming fixture, an increase in travel by train, bus and private car by Aue supporters is expected, and consequently a high volume of traffic and people in the vicinity of the stadium and on the surrounding routes to and from the venue.
In addition to the regular rail services, away fans travelling by train on match day will have access to a relief service on the City-Bahn Chemnitz Line C13. Given the potential for high volumes of rail arrivals and departures, a large number of fans travelling on foot between Chemnitz Central Station and the eins Stadium on Gellertstraße is to be expected, as is a mixing of these fans with arriving and departing Chemnitz supporters. Due to this mixing of crowds, clashes or similar incidents are to be expected along the relevant routes.
Furthermore, it is expected that visitors will consume significant amounts of alcohol. The late kick-off time and the serving of alcohol during the match could also encourage alcohol consumption. Experience shows that alcohol consumption leads to alcohol-induced impairment and regularly results in a lowering of inhibitions regarding the use of violence.
In the past, CFC supporters have frequently sought direct confrontation with opposing fans. To this end, they have, amongst other things, attempted to gain access to the area occupied by away fans or to the routes used by the opposing supporters to travel to and from the stadium via the immediate vicinity of the stadium (for example, via the Planitzwiese industrial estate). Such attempts are also to be expected at the forthcoming match.
In summary, it is highly likely that the match on 15 August 2026 will be marred by disturbances to public safety and order, and associated breaches of the law. It is therefore to be assumed that, as in previous matches, offences involving bodily harm and property offences of all kinds, as well as other breaches of the provisions of the Criminal Code, the Administrative Offences Act, the Weapons Act and other legislation, will occur.
It is therefore necessary to take all measures that may contribute to the event proceeding without disruption and to the maintenance of public safety and order.

II. Reasons

1. Competence

The independent city of Chemnitz is, pursuant to Sections 1(1)(3) and 31a(5) of the Saxon Police Act (SächsPBG), the competent district police authority for the prevention of threats. Local jurisdiction is derived from Section 5 of the SächsPBG. The orders set out in points 1 to 3 of this general order serve to protect public safety and order, thereby invoking the City of Chemnitz’s remit under security law as the lowest-level security authority.

2. Regarding points 1 to 3:

2.1 Legal basis
The legal basis for the order set out in point 1 of this general order is Section 31a(2) of the SächsPBG. Accordingly, police authorities may issue orders specifying the items covered by the prohibition in order to enforce the prohibitions set out in Section 31a(1) of the SächsPBG.

2.2 Specific danger
Under Section 3 of the SächsPBG in conjunction with Section 4(3a) of the SächsPVDG, a danger is a situation in which, in a specific case, there is a sufficient likelihood that harm to public safety or order will occur in the foreseeable future. If events are allowed to run their course unhindered, it is certain that visitors to the area around the eins-Stadion on Gellertstraße, particularly during the period specified in paragraph 3, will use the listed items in an atmosphere fuelled by the football match, whilst concealed within the anonymity of the crowd, to the detriment of third parties and law enforcement officers. With regard to the football match on 15 August 2026, there is reason to fear that the aforementioned items may also be used in the course of attacks on law enforcement officers or uninvolved third parties. It is to be expected that these groups of people will commit criminal offences and administrative offences – and thus breach the legal order – on this match day, meaning that a specific risk exists.
Furthermore, according to the association’s internal regulations, this football match is classified as a match posing an increased security risk, where, based on general experience, there is a reasonable likelihood that a dangerous situation will arise during the event.
According to the assessments of the emergency services, the atmosphere in the designated area is to be regarded as aggressive and prone to violence compared with other locations in the city, in relation to the specific match in question, as there is a risk of vigorous resistance to police measures or even active attacks on officers, meaning that in many cases the situation could only be defused through the use of direct coercion. It is therefore reasonably likely that the items listed under point 1(a) will be used as projectiles or weapons against (uninvolved) third parties or police officers. In view of the risk assessment outlined above – namely that crowds are likely to gather in and around the stadium due to the high-risk match, with the potential for injury to police officers on duty and other persons present – the conditions for issuing the order prohibiting the items covered by the ban pursuant to Section 31a(2) of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG) are met.
The items listed under point 1(b) are suitable and, in the circumstances, intended to resist enforcement measures by the police.
Furthermore, the items listed under point 1(c) are capable of being presented in a manner which, given the circumstances, is intended to prevent the establishment of a person’s identity. At previous matches, fans have used the aforementioned items to conceal their faces prior to the use of pyrotechnic products, thereby evading identification by the police and subsequent criminal prosecution.

2.3 Discretion
2.3.1 Discretionary power to issue an order
As the conditions set out in Section 31a(1) and (2) of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG) are met, the issuance of the police order referred to in paragraph 1 of this general order falls within the City of Chemnitz’s discretion in accordance with its duties.
Findings by the security authorities show that a certain state of emergency prevailed during specific match events. In view of the local conditions and the densely packed crowds present, the use of the items listed poses a concrete threat to public safety and, should the security authorities fail to intervene, would result in a breach of the paramount legal interests of the health and lives of those present, as well as of uninvolved persons and emergency services. Furthermore, there is a concrete risk to the property or possessions of individuals, for example through the removal of fan paraphernalia such as club scarves, flags, etc. It is therefore essential to prevent any further disruption.

The City of Chemnitz therefore considers intervention under public safety law to be appropriate and necessary in order to avert the described dangers to all persons concerned and their property or possessions. The issuance of the order under paragraph 1 of this general ruling therefore constitutes the exercise of discretion in accordance with the City’s duties.

2.3.2 Proportionality and balancing of interests
The order is suitable, necessary and proportionate to ensure effective risk prevention. There appears to be no less restrictive but equally suitable means of averting the specific risks to the life and limb of humans and animals, as well as to property and possessions. Only the confiscation of the prohibited items appears to be effective and likely to succeed. The order is therefore necessary and appropriate to fulfil the requirements laid down by law.

The necessity of the order under point 1 arises from the following considerations:

a. Purpose of the order
The order serves the legitimate purpose of averting dangers to the life and limb of those present, police officers and uninvolved third parties in the area of the eins-Stadion on Gellertstraße. As mentioned previously, there is a specific risk that police officers may be actively attacked or that visitors and uninvolved third parties may be seriously injured by the items listed under point 1(a) (Section 31a(1)(1) of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG)), thereby currently endangering their right to physical integrity (Article 2(2), first sentence, of the Basic Law (GG)). Furthermore, the items listed under point 1(b) serve to resist enforcement measures by the police (Section 31a(1)(2) of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG)), whilst the items listed under point 1(c) are used to present oneself in a manner that is suitable and, given the circumstances, intended to prevent the establishment of one’s identity.

b. Suitability of the order
The order is suitable for achieving this purpose. A measure is suitable if it achieves, or at least promotes, the intended purpose. The order complies with the statutory provision of Section 31a(2) of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG) and specifies the items covered by the prohibition in Section 31a(1) of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG).

c. Necessity of the order
The order referred to in point 1 is also necessary to achieve this purpose. A measure is necessary if there is no less onerous alternative that would achieve the same result whilst imposing a lesser burden on those affected.
In order to enforce the ban on weapons pursuant to Section 31a(1)(1), the second alternative of the ban on protective equipment pursuant to Section 31a(1)(2), and the ban on face coverings pursuant to Section 31a( 1(3), the order must be issued, as no less restrictive yet equally effective means are apparent. Active attacks on law enforcement officers and third parties can only be prevented in this way.
Even a massive police presence and the enforcement of police measures do not constitute an equally effective and appropriate means. Due to the vastness of the area and the fact that, based on experience, crowds tend to be densely packed, the police can only bring the designated area under partial control. Communication-based measures have little effect on the group in question. As alcohol consumption increases, security disturbances escalate and the already low level of cooperation among those present decreases.
It is therefore also to be expected that there will be repeated attacks on the emergency services, resulting in them sustaining injuries. Against this background, an increased police presence and the enforcement of police measures cannot be considered a less restrictive measure. Given the imminent dangers, the order is necessary and represents the only equally effective means of protecting the citizens of Chemnitz, emergency services and uninvolved third parties from (serious) injury.
The specified spatial and temporal scope is necessary, as a narrower scope would not be equally suitable. An even narrower spatial scope would not serve the purpose of the measure as effectively. According to the findings of the security authorities, the locations within the defined scope represent the minimum extent of a spatial intervention required to prevent risks to the life and limb of people and animals, as well as to property and possessions.
It is appropriate to limit the order to the geographical scope of the event site and the streets surrounding the stadium. It is also appropriate to include within the geographical scope of the general order the direct access routes and roads leading to the stadium, as well as the locations and hotspots known to the police where disturbances to public safety and order have occurred on multiple occasions in the past. As it is also anticipated that visiting fans will travel by train, the station area must likewise be designated as falling within the scope of the general order.
The same applies to the time restriction, which covers the period from 10.00 to 22.00, encompassing a timeframe of six hours before and four hours after the match. Experience shows that crowds are particularly likely to gather in the immediate vicinity of the stadium during this time. Particularly as the match kicks off at 16:00, it is to be expected that, from 13:00 at the latest – based on general experience and the possibility of fans travelling by train from Aue – a large number of people will gather at the stadium. It cannot be ruled out that fans from Aue may arrive by train in staggered groups. Any police measures may also delay their departure.
Experience from previous matches between Chemnitzer FC and FC Erzgebirge Aue, as well as the geographical proximity of the two towns, shows that both home and away supporters regularly arrive significantly earlier for these matches than for other fixtures. This is also borne out by the findings from the match between CFC and FCE Aue on 22 March 2025 (kick-off 3.00 pm). As already described, on that match day, Aue fans were already travelling to Chemnitz for the match by around 10.30 am.
Furthermore, given that the stadium is expected to be at full capacity, it can be assumed that a significant proportion of spectators will choose to arrive early.
Chemnitzer FC is prepared to open the stadium area earlier than usual in view of the expected high number of visitors, in order to ensure that the flow of spectators is spread out.
Given the high number of fans travelling by private transport and by train, it can be assumed that departures will also be staggered. Any police measures may also delay departures.

d. Proportionality of the order
Furthermore, the ban ordered under point 1 is appropriate and therefore proportionate in the strict sense. This is the case when the disadvantages associated with the measure are not disproportionate to the intended purpose of the measure.
The balancing test to be carried out in accordance with the principle of proportionality shows that the intended purpose cannot be achieved in the same way by means of another measure involving a lesser degree of interference. Although the ban does, in principle, constitute a restriction on general freedom of action, the infringement is minor because the option remains to leave the items in question at home and attend the football match at the stadium without them. Both the geographical and temporal scope have been kept as limited as possible. The bans apply only in the immediate vicinity of the eins-Stadion on Gellertstraße, where, according to a police statement, large crowds are expected and where, based on experience, these areas are the ones with the highest concentration of spectators. This geographical restriction has been kept as narrow as possible and can be quickly exited, meaning that the impact on individuals is only short-term. The time restriction from 10.00 to 22.00 also complies with the principle of proportionality. Furthermore, the City of Chemnitz’s approach is proportionate in the strict sense because, by issuing this order rather than imposing a ban on entry or excluding spectators, the least restrictive measure for all those affected has been chosen. In relation to the individual legal interests affected here, in particular the constitutionally protected freedom to pursue a profession and general freedom of action, the public’s particularly worthy interests in physical integrity, as set out in Article 2(2), first sentence, of the Basic Law, take precedence. There is no apparent unconstitutional interference with the fundamental rights of those affected: there is no violation of the general freedom of action guaranteed by Article 2(1) of the Basic Law. It is true that the scope of protection under Article 2(1) of the Basic Law, which protects every self-determined human action, is applicable. This also includes the carrying and use of the items in question. However, the general freedom of action is limited by the rights of third parties, the constitutional order and public morality. Although refraining from carrying and using the items in question constitutes a restriction, this has been justified by the legislature in Section 31a of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG). There is a specific risk that, in the vicinity of the eins-Stadion on Gellertstraße, there will be a significant danger to the life, limb, property and possessions of individuals. Having weighed the public interest against the comparatively minor interference with the general freedom of action of those affected, the measure constitutes the exercise of discretion in accordance with legal obligations and is, in particular, proportionate in the strict sense. The measure is the appropriate and least restrictive means of preventing risks to life and limb, as well as to the property and possessions of citizens, and of safeguarding the physical integrity of the general public in accordance with Article 2(2), first sentence, of the Basic Law.

3. Re point 4: Order for immediate enforcement

Objections and actions for annulment against the regulatory orders set out in points 1 to 3 under point 4 of this general decree have no suspensive effect, as immediate enforcement has been ordered.
The order for immediate enforcement is based on Section 80(2), first sentence, No. 4, and (3) of the Administrative Court Rules of Procedure (VwGO). The order for immediate enforcement is in the public interest. The particular public interest in the immediate enforcement of paragraph 1 arises from the urgent need to avert dangers to life and limb, in particular for persons, emergency services and security personnel present on public roads, paths and squares. The general public has a legitimate interest in the creation of conditions to avert dangers to the life and health of people and animals, as well as to vehicles, and to be effectively protected from such dangers. In this context, particular attention must be paid to protecting the right to physical integrity (Article 2(2), first sentence, of the Basic Law) and the right to property and possession (Article 14 of the Basic Law). When balancing the interests of the at-risk emergency services personnel, individuals, animals and vehicles, the associated need to avert danger to the general public, and the interests of those affected in waiting until the legality of paragraph 1 of this general order has been conclusively clarified (cf. Article 19(4), first sentence, of the Basic Law), the City of Chemnitz takes the view that the interests of those affected must take a back seat.
Waiting until the decision becomes final would mean that, within the area of the singlestadium on Gellertstraße, which, in view of the above description of the risks to the life and limb of humans and animals, as well as to property and possessions, cannot be tolerated. However, the associated risks to human health and life, and the consequent threat to the protected interest of physical integrity, necessitate immediate intervention under public safety law. The private interest in the use of the items listed in public areas must take second place to the significant interests to be protected, given the limited scope of this measure in terms of time and location.

4. Re: Point 5: Notification

This general order, together with the statement of reasons, is hereby publicly notified in accordance with Section 1 of the Saxon Administrative Procedure and Administrative Service of Documents Act (SächsVwVfZG) in conjunction with Section 41(3) of the Administrative Procedure Act (VwVfG), as notification to the parties concerned is impracticable given the circumstances. Public notification is effected in accordance with Sections 1 of the SächsVwVfZG, Section 41(4) of the VwVfG in conjunction with Sections 1 and 2 of the Statutes of the City of Chemnitz on the Form of Public Notification and Local Notification (Publication Statute) of 5 May 2021, by means of the public publication of this general decision in the electronic edition of the Official Gazette of the City of Chemnitz on the City of Chemnitz’s website at www.chemnitz.de/amtsblatt.
Pursuant to Section 41(4) of the Administrative Procedure Act (VwVfG), a written administrative act is deemed to have been published two weeks after publication in accordance with local custom. However, in order to counteract the specific threat to life and limb, use was made of the option provided for in Section 41(4), fourth sentence, of the Administrative Procedure Act (VwVfG), and an earlier date of publication was chosen.
The final, match-day-specific risk assessment from the Chemnitz Police Headquarters was not made available to the district police authority until the 33rd calendar week. In order to immediately avert the current, specific threat, it was necessary to publish the general order in this manner. In accordance with Section 41(4), fourth sentence, of the Administrative Procedure Act (VwVfG) in conjunction with Section 7(1) of the Public Notice Regulations, this general order is deemed to have been published on the day following its public announcement.

III. Information on legal remedies

An objection may be lodged against this general order within one month of its public announcement. The objection must be lodged in writing, in electronic form in accordance with Section 3a(2) of the Administrative Procedure Act, in a form deemed to satisfy the written requirement under Section 3a(3) of the Administrative Procedure Act and Section 9a(5) of the Online Access Act, or by way of a recorded statement at the City of Chemnitz, Markt 1, 09111 Chemnitz, or at any other office or citizen service centre of the City of Chemnitz.
If the objection is lodged in a form that satisfies the written requirement in accordance with Section 3a(3) of the Administrative Procedure Act, the following options are available:
1. Use of the online application form ‘Lodge an objection’ provided on the Amt 24 website (www.amt24.sachsen.de) and identification via eID
2. If represented by a solicitor, by submitting the appeal via the special public authority mailbox (beBPo) ‘City of Chemnitz’.

Notes:
1. Furthermore, all items falling under the Weapons Act or the Explosives Act are prohibited. Examples include firearms, brass knuckles, truncheons, pointed throwing stars or pyrotechnic products.
2. Items relating to a criminal offence under Section 31a of the Saxon Public Order Act (SächsPBG) may be confiscated. Section 74a of the Criminal Code applies accordingly.
3. Any person may obtain printed copies of the electronic Official Gazette of the City of Chemnitz free of charge during normal opening hours. It is also possible to have printed copies sent by post, subject to reimbursement of postage costs.

Chemnitz, 13 August 2026

Knut Kunze

Mayor