Danie Craven Stadium

Danie Craven Stadium is a rugby union venue in Stellenbosch with a grass playing field set in an oval-shaped layout surrounded by mountain views. The grandstands can hold around 17,000 people and are positioned to give spectators clear sightlines of the action.

The stadium was built in 1979 on the grounds of a former estate that stretched back centuries into the region's agricultural past. The location marks a transition from farmland to a major sporting venue serving the university and the broader community.

The stadium serves as a hub for the university rugby community and regularly hosts matches that draw supporters from across the region. Locals view it as a place where student athletes compete and represent their institution on the field.

The stadium offers parking areas and multiple entry points that make it easy for visitors to arrive and depart during events. Accessible seating sections are available for those with mobility needs, ensuring good views from various locations around the grounds.

A bronze statue of Danie Craven stands at the entrance, honoring the administrator who shaped South African rugby over many decades. Visitors often pause at this monument before heading into the grounds, making it a natural gateway to the venue.

Inception: 1979

Official opening: March 31, 1979

Capacity: 17000

Address: Coetzenburg Road, Stellenbosch

GPS coordinates: -33.94000,18.87361

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:24