1999 – Promotion to the Bundesliga
After relegation in 1998, the team was promoted back to the Bundesliga. A special moment, as legendary coach Ernst Middendorp led the team back to the top.
2004 – Legendary rise in the derby
On the final matchday of the 2003/04 second division season, Arminia Essen swept the pitch 4-0 – a goosebump-inducing atmosphere at the Alm. Re-promotion to the Bundesliga under Uwe Rapolder.
2007 – “The Alm lives”: 2-1 victory against Bayern Munich
An absolute sensational victory in September 2007: Arminia beat FC Bayern 2-1 in their own stadium with an indirect free kick goal from Jonas Kamper – an unforgettable victory for the East Westphalians to this day.
2014 – Relegation against Darmstadt – the club on the brink
In the relegation playoffs to the 2. Bundesliga, the score was 3-3 after the first leg until Darmstadt scored an away goal in the 122nd minute. Relegation to the 3. Liga was sealed – a dramatic low point.
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2014/2015 – Cup miracle and promotion from League 3
DFB Cup semi-final as a third division team – with victories against Hertha, Bremen and Gladbach.
Championship in the 3rd league and direct promotion back to the 2nd Bundesliga.
This season brings Arminia respect and a new generation of fans across Germany.
GOOSEBUMPS!
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2020 – Promotion to the Bundesliga as second division champions
Under Uwe Neuhaus, Arminia had an outstanding season – with 68 points, DSC comfortably won the 2. Bundesliga title. The emotional highlight: After eleven years, they returned to the top flight – in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, but with great pride.
Our chairs are no accident. Their technical construction is designed to last for decades—well-thought-out, sturdy, and precisely tailored to fit old stadium seats.
Each frame is crafted piece by piece in our partner workshops within a 30-kilometer radius, with a trained eye and feel for the material. This makes each STADICHAIR a sturdy, unique piece with character.
Our wooden legs are made of solid oak – sustainably sourced, FSC-certified, and crafted with attention to detail. Because good design begins with its origins.
Technical data
Here you can find the technical data of our chairs and bar stools
Chair - seat height 50 cm
Height with backrest: approx. 79.5 cm (depending on the stadium seat)
Width: 45 cm
Depth: 45 cm
Bar stool - seat height 75 cm
Height with backrest: approx. 104.5 cm (depending on the stadium seat)
Width: 45 cm
Depth: 45 cm
Bar stool - seat height 85 cm
Height with backrest: approx. 114.5 cm (depending on the stadium seat)
Width: 45 cm
Depth: 45 cm
Stadium seat
The choice is yours: A used stadium seat with a history or a new stadium seat made from 100% recycled material.
Seat number
Customization is possible, from simple numbers like 1 to 99, 04, 05, or 09 to logos.
mounting plate
The heart of our stadium chair. Adapted to the specific design challenges of the various stadium seats.
chair frame
We have developed our own design for our chair frame, which cannot be found anywhere else on the chair market.
chair legs
Regionally manufactured from FSC-certified oak wood with protective varnish
ℹ️ Good to know
In this section, you'll find all the important information about your STADICHAIR—from shipping and delivery times to care instructions, sustainability, product details, and the right to return. Clear, transparent, and at a glance.
Collection: Your order is usually ready for collection within 2 to 3 working days .
Delivery: We usually deliver to your home within 2 to 3 working days .
👉 Important: Please check the current delivery time in the shopping cart, as some products are only
can be pre-ordered or have extended delivery times .
🚚 Shipping options: You can currently choose between DPD and DHL for delivery – so you will receive your order in the most convenient way for you.
Note: We'll keep you updated on the status of your order at all times! You'll receive an email with tracking information after your shipping label has been printed. It may take some time for the status to change. 😊
Within Germany, the normal shipping time for goods that are immediately available from stock is a maximum of 5 working days, unless there are seasonal results such as Christmas.
Shipping costs:
- DPD: Flat rate shipping fee of €4.95
- DHL: Flat rate shipping fee of €9.95
Note on international shipping:
If shipping outside the EU is offered, additional customs duties, taxes, and fees may apply. These are to be borne by the customer and paid directly to the relevant customs or tax authority.
Used stadium seats may exhibit minor imperfections due to use. Furthermore, the shape of the seats may differ from the product images shown. Depending on the manufacturer, the seat shells have different proportions and may, for example, have different backrest heights.
We carefully inspected, cleaned, and refurbished all seat shells. Stickers were deliberately left untouched to preserve the unique charm of the curve.
🔧 Tools required for assembly:
- 1x 10mm Torx OR 1x 13mm open-end wrench (depending on the seat shell)
- 1x 10mm open-end wrench
- 1x 6mm Allen key
- 1x 4mm Allen key
Most of our STADICHAIRs offer three different configurations. Each seat tells its own story, and we offer you the opportunity to choose the configuration that suits you best:
1️⃣ Original condition:
Authentic as in the stadium: The stadium seat is delivered in the same condition in which it was removed from the stadium.
Character: These seats may be heavily faded and show visible signs of long-term use.
2️⃣ Cleaned:
Clean and color-intensive: The seat is thoroughly cleaned, and we take care to select the most color-intensive specimens possible.
Simple look: Perfect if you want a mix of authenticity and a well-groomed appearance.
3️⃣ Cleaned and processed:
Maximum color intensity: The seat is not only cleaned but then treated with a special oil that restores the best possible color intensity.
History is preserved: Please note that even after refurbishing the seat, it will not become “like new” – after all, it contains up to 25 years of stadium history.
Patina with character: Deep-seated dirt (e.g., baked on by UV radiation) is part of the patina and tells the story of the stadium. By incorporating the treatment agent, some of this dirt can be partially removed.
♻️ Upcycling: By purchasing a used stadium seat shell, you help reduce waste and conserve resources.
Made in Germany: Our products are manufactured entirely in Germany – including using sustainable oak wood from responsible forestry.
🌍 Environmentally friendly production: We rely on resource-saving processes and high-quality, durable materials.
📍 Learn more: Visit us at stadichair.de/nachhaltigkeit for more information.
Thank you for supporting our start-up and being part of this sustainable idea!
If the customer is a consumer, he or she is entitled to the following right of withdrawal.
Right of withdrawal:
You have the right to withdraw from this contract within fourteen days without giving any reason.
The cancellation period shall be fourteen days from the day on which you or a third party other than the carrier designated by you takes possession of the last goods.
Contact for revocation:
stadichair GmbH + Co. KG
Krackser Str. 12, Building 13
D – 33659 Bielefeld
reklamation@stadichair.de
Please inform us of your decision to withdraw from this contract by means of a clear statement (e.g., a letter sent by post or email). You may use the model withdrawal form, but it is not mandatory.
To comply with the cancellation period, it is sufficient that you send the notification of the exercise of the right of cancellation before the expiry of the cancellation period.
Consequences of revocation:
If you cancel this contract, we will reimburse you all payments that we have received from you, including delivery costs (with the exception of additional costs resulting from your choice of a type of delivery other than the cheapest standard delivery offered by us), promptly and at the latest within fourteen days from the day on which we received notification of your cancellation of this contract.
For this refund, we will use the same means of payment that you used for the original transaction, unless expressly agreed otherwise with you; under no circumstances will you be charged any fees for this refund. We may refuse to refund until we have received the goods back or until you have provided proof that you have returned the goods, whichever is earlier.
You must return or hand over the goods to stadichair GmbH + Co. KG, Krackser Str. 12, Building 13, 33659 Bielefeld, Germany, immediately and in any event no later than fourteen days from the date on which you notify us of the cancellation of this contract. This deadline is met if you send the goods before the expiry of the fourteen-day period.
You will bear the direct cost of returning the goods. You are responsible for any loss of value of the goods resulting from handling other than what is necessary to check their quality, properties, and functioning.
Exclusion of the right of withdrawal:
The right of withdrawal does not apply to distance selling contracts for the delivery of goods that are manufactured according to customer specifications, are clearly tailored to personal needs or are not suitable for return due to their nature.