Customized Itinerary
A tailor-made 7–10 day program. No two BALLERZ trips are the same.
Elite Soccer Experiences Germany
Train. Compete.
Experience Germany.
A fully organized 7–10 day soccer journey for international youth teams from U9 to U17 — based in Stuttgart or Frankfurt.
7–10Days
U9–U17Age Groups
20+Years of Experience
A Complete Team Experience
Give Your Team an Experience They Will Never Forget
BALLERZ offers international youth teams a fully organized soccer journey with Frankfurt or Stuttgart as the home base.
Your players train every morning, compete at a high level, explore German culture, and build memories that last beyond the final whistle. Every program combines quality soccer, cultural discovery, and personal organization.
Your Experience at a Glance
Everything Organized.
One Seamless Journey.
Every BALLERZ trip is individually planned around your team's goals, age group, sporting level, and travel preferences.
Hotel & Meals
Team-suitable accommodation with daily breakfast and lunch included.
Daily Training
Reserved quality fields and 90–120 minute morning sessions led by your staff.
Elite Competition
Tournament entry or academy-level friendly matches, subject to date and availability.
Transportation
Airport transfers and local transport by coach or nine-seat rental vans, depending on group size.
Personal Support
One dedicated local BALLERZ contact supports your group from arrival to departure.
Why BALLERZ?
Real Access.
Authentic European Soccer.
We do not simply arrange a trip — we connect your team with the European soccer environment.
Real Access
Long-standing relationships with academy staff, coaches, scouts, and tournament organizers open doors that standard travel agencies cannot.
Personal Organization
One local contact manages every detail, allowing your coaching staff to focus entirely on the team.
Authentic European Soccer
Your players train and compete within one of Europe's strongest soccer cultures — not simply as tourists, but as part of the game.
20+
European Soccer Expertise
More Than 20 Years of Experience
Markus Althof has independently organized high-level youth soccer tournaments for more than 20 years, regularly bringing ambitious teams together with academy sides from leading European professional clubs.
He has also worked as a scout for TSG Hoffenheim for more than 14 years. He previously scouted across every youth age group and currently works at U23 level — the important transition between academy and professional soccer. As a former youth academy coach at Stuttgarter Kickers, Markus combines tournament organization, coaching experience, professional scouting expertise, and an extensive network throughout European soccer.
20+ years organizing tournamentsCurrently scouting at U23 levelFormer academy coach
Two Excellent Home Bases
Why Stuttgart or Frankfurt?
Both regions offer a strong soccer culture, professional academies, excellent youth infrastructure, and convenient access to leading clubs and destinations.
Leading professional academiesAuthentic Bundesliga atmosphereExcellent international accessCulture and day trips nearby
Choose Your Experience
Two Ways to Experience European Soccer
Option 1
Elite Tournament Experience
Your trip is built around a competitive two-day tournament featuring multiple matches against strong European academy-level opponents.
- Two full tournament days
- Multiple matches and real competition
- Two additional friendly matches
- Daily preparation and recovery structure
- Personal tournament support
Option 2
Elite Match Experience
Your week, your way. A flexible program built around your team's sporting goals, with several organized friendly matches.
- Friendly matches
- Daily reserved training fields
- Optional academy coach session
- Stadium and club experiences
- Flexible family program
Sample 9-Day Itineraries
A Clear Plan. Built Around Your Team.
Daily rhythm: 7:30 AM breakfast · After breakfast 90–120 min training · 12:30 PM lunch · 8:00 PM dinner independently organized.*
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*On friendly-match days, dinner takes place after the match at approximately 8:30 PM. Tournament-day morning training is replaced by a light activation session. All schedules remain subject to final agreement and availability.
Real Tournament Examples
Experience the Level of Competition
Explore three real tournament examples featuring professional academies and international teams. View the complete schedules, participating clubs, match formats, and results.
U16 · May 2026
Stuttgart · Outdoor · 10 Teams · 10+1
Minimum 5 matches over 2 days
U12 · May 2026
Stuttgart · Outdoor · 12 Teams · 8+1
28 Teams · 6+1
Minimum 13 matches over 2 days
U12 Indoor · Dec. 2025
Stuttgart · Indoor · 32 Teams · 4+1
Minimum 16 matches over 2 daysTwo nearby venues, each with two indoor sports halls — four halls in total.
Denkendorf results link to be added
Neuhausen Schedule & Results ↗
Optional Experiences
More Than Soccer
Selected activities can be organized for parents or the entire travel group. Group arrangements are available for 20 or more participants and can be added to your individual itinerary. All activities are optional and subject to group size, opening hours, availability, and the final itinerary.
Wine Hike
Explore the vineyards and enjoy local scenery, regional wines, and a relaxed group experience.
Mercedes-Benz Museum
Discover more than 135 years of automotive history in one of Stuttgart's most famous museums.
Porsche Museum
Experience iconic sports cars, racing history, and one of Germany's most famous automotive brands.
Munich Day Trip
Explore Munich's historic center, Marienplatz, and Bavarian culture, with an optional Hofbräuhaus experience.
Zurich Day Trip
Explore the Old Town, Lake Zurich, Bahnhofstrasse, and Swiss city life.
Heidelberg Day Trip
Discover the historic Old Town, Heidelberg Castle, and views over the Neckar River.
Neuschwanstein Castle
Visit Germany's world-famous fairytale castle and enjoy views of the Bavarian Alps.
Strasbourg & Colmar
Discover historic centers, picturesque canals, and traditional Alsatian architecture.
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Bring Your Team to Germany
Tell us about your team, preferred dates, and sporting goals. We will create an individual program and quote.