Eintracht Frankfurt kicked off their training camp at Lake Chiemsee on Thursday, July 26, 2026. Under manager Adi Hütter, the squad is preparing for the new Bundesliga season until August 1 in Grassau. After a relaxed start in Frankfurt, the focus is now on intensity both physically and tactically. The team trains at ASV Grassau’s facility, previously used by Bayern Munich, Feyenoord Rotterdam and Lazio Rome. The club opted against a trip to the U.S. this summer.

Where is Eintracht Frankfurt training at Lake Chiemsee?

The camp takes place in Grassau, a Bavarian village of around 7,000 residents. The ASV Grassau ground hosts the sessions, with five greenkeepers maintaining pristine pitch conditions. Players stay at a lakeside golf and wellness hotel noted for its award-winning cuisine. VfB Stuttgart will use the same venue right after Frankfurt in early August.

What’s on the agenda during the training camp?

Training is the priority – and more training. After a light start in Frankfurt, Adi Hütter is tightening the screws. The side must build fitness and refine tactics, especially with only two Bundesliga-tested defenders (Robin Koch, Nnamdi Collins) available. Most sessions are open to fans. A secret friendly against Trabzonspor is scheduled for Sunday at 15:30 local time.

Who is in the squad – and who is missing?

New signings Malik Pimpong and Noel Aseko are part of the 27-man traveling party. Raphael Onyedika may join after Eintracht and Club Brugge advanced talks. Four World Cup players (Arthur Theate, Ayoube Amaimouni, Fares Chaibi, Elye Wahi) are absent on vacation. Ellyes Skhiri, Noel Futkeu and Michy Batshuayi are also missing, with Skhiri reportedly close to a move to 1. FC Köln. Returning loanees Junior Dina Ebimbe and Niels Nkounkou are present.

What is Adi Hütter’s main focus?

Physical intensity is a given, but Hütter also wants tactical progress. The personnel situation complicates matters: with only two Bundesliga-tested defenders, he must devise new defensive systems. The buildup comes after a tough season that saw Frankfurt finish eighth with 44 points – 45 behind Bayern Munich. Their last match ended 2-2 at home to VfB Stuttgart on May 16, 2026. Recent form reads 0 wins, 2 draws, 3 losses in the last five games (DDLLL).