San Mamés Stadium, Football stadium in Bilbao, Spain
The San Mamés stadium rises with a white exterior structure and illuminated panels, accommodating 53,331 spectators for Athletic Bilbao matches.
The construction of the new stadium began in 2010 on land adjacent to the original 1913 venue, allowing continuous football activities during development.
The stadium represents Basque football heritage and maintains Athletic Bilbao's tradition of fielding only players of Basque origin or formation.
Located near public transport connections, the stadium provides covered seating sections and multiple food service points throughout all four stands.
The stadium earned the nickname 'The Cathedral' as it stands on the same ground where Bilbao monks once cared for a lion during medieval times.
Location: Bilbao
Inception: 1913
Architects: Manuel María Smith
Official opening: August 21, 1913
Capacity: 40000
GPS coordinates: 43.26420,-2.94937
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:41
Bilbao combines contemporary art with Gothic architecture and offers visitors insight into Basque culture and history. The Guggenheim Museum draws art enthusiasts from around the world with its sculptural titanium facade, while the Fine Arts Museum houses a significant collection of classical and modern works. The Mercado de la Ribera, an Art Nouveau structure on the riverfront, is Europe's largest covered market and showcases the region's culinary traditions. The old quarter clusters around the Gothic Cathedral of St. James and Plaza Nueva, whose 19th-century arcades shelter bars and restaurants. Along the Nervión, historic bridges like Arenal Bridge and modern structures like Zubizuri Bridge connect both riverbanks. The Begoña Basilica sits above the city and provides views across the rooftops and hills. The Arriaga Theatre and Euskalduna Palace represent different architectural periods, while Azkuna Zentroa repurposes an early 20th-century wine warehouse as a cultural center. The Artxanda funicular railway enables panoramic views across the entire urban area and surrounding mountains.
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