Stade Vélodrome, Multi-purpose stadium in 8th arrondissement, Marseille, France
Stade Vélodrome is a multi-purpose sports venue in the 8th arrondissement of Marseille with over 67,000 seats arranged across four covered stands. The playing field sits several meters below street level, and a wave-shaped roof structure encloses the entire arena.
The stadium opened in June 1937 with a match between Olympique Marseille and Torino FC and served as a venue during the 1938 World Cup. After several renovations, it received its current roof and a fundamentally new form in 2014.
The stands bear names of notable figures, including Jean Bouin, Gustave Ganay, Chevalier Roze, and Patrice De Peretti, reflecting local sports heritage.
Metro line 2 from Saint-Charles station brings visitors directly to Rond-Point du Prado or Sainte Marguerite Dromel stations nearby. On match days, arriving early is advisable as corridors and entrances can get crowded.
Before the major renovation, the grounds included a cycling track and a running track around the playing field. These facilities disappeared gradually to make room for more seating.
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