Vélodrome Jean-Stablinski, Sports venue and velodrome in Roubaix, France
The Jean-Stablinski is a covered cycling arena in Roubaix featuring a 250-meter wooden track made from Siberian larch with banked curves at 44-degree angles. The facility also includes an outdoor BMX track and a 2,500 square-meter multipurpose indoor space for badminton, volleyball, and fitness activities.
Construction of the arena began in 2010 and it opened to the public in 2012 as a modern replacement for older cycling facilities in the region. The venue is named after Jean Stablinski, a French world champion road cyclist from 1962 who championed the inclusion of the Arenberg gap in the Paris-Roubaix race.
This venue is deeply connected to Roubaix's cycling heritage and serves as a gathering place for riders and fans. The facility honors Jean Stablinski, a local cycling champion, reflecting the city's passion for the sport and its importance to the community.
The venue accommodates around 1,500 spectators and sits adjacent to the André-Pétrieux velodrome within Roubaix's sports park, making it easy to visit both facilities in one trip. Check ahead before visiting to confirm whether races, training sessions, or public access activities are scheduled for the day.
The track surface uses Siberian larch wood, chosen for its durability and sustainable sourcing rather than traditional materials. This choice reflects how the facility balances environmental responsibility with world-class cycling performance.
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