Estádio da Luz

Estádio da Luz is a football stadium in Lisbon with a large playing field surrounded by seating areas arranged in tiers. The structure was designed to accommodate thousands of spectators with multiple levels and entry points for efficient access throughout the venue.

The stadium opened in 1954 and marked the beginning of a period of success for the local sporting organization. The facility was built to host major football events and quickly became an important venue for the sport in the city.

The stadium became the central meeting place where football supporters gathered for important matches and shared their passion for the sport together. Fans traveled from across the city to experience the collective energy and excitement that filled the venue during competitions.

The stadium sits near public transportation options and offers extensive parking for visitors who drive. Multiple entrances throughout the site help manage visitor flow and make it easier for large groups to access different areas of the venue.

The stadium featured a remarkably large continuous concrete structure that was unbroken when it was completed, making it the biggest of its kind in the region at the time. The construction required advanced building techniques that were innovative for that era.

Location: Lisbon

Inception: December 1, 1954

Official opening: December 1, 1954

Capacity: 120000

Website: http://slbenfica.pt/pt-pt/est%C3%A1dio/est%C3%A1diosanteriores/est%C3%A1diodosportlisboaebenficaluz.aspx

GPS coordinates: 38.75361,-9.18264

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:01