Stade Marcel-Verchère, Rugby stadium in Bourg-en-Bresse, France
Stade Marcel-Verchère is a rugby stadium in Bourg-en-Bresse featuring two playing fields. The main pitch accommodates around 11,400 spectators and uses a hybrid grass surface combining natural turf with synthetic microfibers.
The stadium opened in 1917 and underwent major modifications in 1940 that modernized its capacity and infrastructure. It became a central sports venue that shaped local athletic life for decades to follow.
The venue carries the name of a local rugby player, linking the facility to the community's sporting traditions. This connection reflects how the sport shaped the town's identity over generations.
The facility is located on Avenue des Sports and hosts the rugby team Union Sportive Bressane and the football team Football Bourg-en-Bresse Péronnas 01. Visitors should note that the stadium accommodates matches from different sports throughout the year.
The playing surface uses a specialized hybrid grass technology called AirFibr that blends natural turf with synthetic fibers. This combination makes the pitch more durable and enables better playing conditions with frequent use.
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