Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium, Football stadium in Heraklion, Greece.
The Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium features a concrete structure with a seating arrangement that accommodates 8,500 spectators across multiple sections and levels.
Constructed in 1951 on the grounds of three former cemeteries, workers discovered remnants from World War II during the initial building phase.
The stadium serves as the home ground for OFI Crete football club, where local supporters gather to watch matches and participate in regional competitions.
Located in central Heraklion, the stadium connects to multiple bus routes and provides basic amenities including refreshment stands and restroom facilities.
The venue earned the nickname 'Yedi Kule' from the Heptapyrgion fortress, with attendance records showing 12,391 spectators during a 1988 match against Olympiakos.
Location: Heraklion Municipality
Inception: 1951
Official opening: 1951
Capacity: 8500
GPS coordinates: 35.33806,25.11472
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:06
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