Danube Arena, Aquatics complex in Budapest, Hungary
The Danube Arena is an aquatics center in Budapest with several pools of different sizes, including a 50-meter Olympic basin and facilities for diving events. The building can hold tens of thousands of spectators and has a roof that can be opened or closed depending on the event.
The Danube Arena was built between 2015 and 2017 to prepare Budapest for hosting major international swimming competitions. Shortly after opening, it hosted the 2017 World Aquatics Championships, which established its role as an international competition venue.
The Danube Arena is closely associated with competitive swimming and draws large crowds during major tournaments. Spectators follow the races from covered stands that offer a direct view of the pools below.
The Danube Arena is in the northern part of Budapest and is easy to reach by public transport. On event days it is worth arriving early, as the area around the venue tends to get very busy.
The roof of the Danube Arena weighs around 2,550 tons and rests on just four spherical bearings capable of handling extreme loads. This design allows the roof to open when the weather permits, turning the indoor space into an open-air venue.
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