Trud Stadium, Sports stadium in Podolsk, Russia
Trud Stadium is a sports facility in Podolsk with a central football field surrounded by eight running tracks and seating for around 12,000 spectators across two main grandstands. The complex also includes six multipurpose sports halls and specialized areas for different sports housed beneath the tribunes.
The facility opened in 1961 and was the largest stadium in Moscow Region at that time. It played a role during the 1980 Moscow Olympics when it carried the Olympic torch.
The stadium sections carry traditional Russian names like Druzhina and Vityazi, linking the place to historical warriors and legends of Russian culture. Visitors notice how these names connect daily sports activities to deeper cultural roots.
Access to the facility is available during most daylight hours, allowing visitors to explore the various halls and outdoor areas depending on planned activities. Parking is available and the site is straightforward to navigate, with clear areas for different sports.
The stadium served as home ground for FC Vityaz from 2011 to 2017, making it an important training and match venue for the club. Multiple training facilities are hidden beneath the tribunes, available to athletes in various disciplines.
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