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3 Boulevard Michelet, 13008 Marseille, France
3 Boulevard Michelet, 13008 Marseille, France
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Stade Vélodrome de Marseille
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Visiting the Stade Vélodrome

The Stade Vélodrome in Marseille stands as one of the most iconic sports venues in France. It serves as a major point of pride for locals in this coastal city and the surrounding region, defined by its massive scale and the intensity of the matches hosted within its walls. The stadium was originally designed to hold 35,000 spectators, but subsequent expansions for the 1998 FIFA World Cup and Euro 2016 pushed its seating capacity to 67,394.

The history of the Stade Vélodrome

Construction began in 1935 under the direction of Parisian architect Henri Ploquin in the eighth arrondissement of Marseille. Following the 1924 Olympic Games, France recognized a deficit in its national sports infrastructure and prioritized funding for new, large-scale facilities. In 1937, the stadium was officially inaugurated with a gala match featuring the local club. To meet the requirements for major international tournaments like the 1984 UEFA European Championship, the 1998 World Cup, and Euro 2016, the structure underwent significant renovations. Since 2016, the venue has held a naming rights contract and is officially known as Orange Vélodrome, though locals continue to refer to it simply as the Vélodrome.

The identity of Olympique de Marseille

The Stade Vélodrome is inseparable from the history and identity of OM. The Marseille football club, founded in 1899, remains one of the most decorated teams in French history, with eleven league titles, ten French Cups, three Champions Trophies, and one UEFA Champions League title to its name. The club consistently commands intense loyalty from its fanbase. To experience the energy of the stadium firsthand, the best approach is to secure tickets for a match. The venue also hosts rugby competitions, cycling events, political rallies, and major concerts throughout the year.

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Summary of 6 reviews
4.2/5
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With family
3.7
As a couple
3.2
With friends
4.7

Avygeo ranking

#188
in the world
#168
in Europe
#89
in France
#5
in Marseille

Impressive

I participated in the famous Marseille-Cassis race, and the official start is right in front of the Orange Vélodrome stadium.
It is a must-see spot in Marseille, especially iconic for soccer fans.

The stadium is truly imposing. Seen from the outside, you feel almost tiny.
I did not have the chance to tour it, but I can easily imagine the incredible atmosphere on match nights.

The vibe at the start of the race was exceptional, in any case.

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An interesting visit, nothing more

Unlike the stadium in Barcelona, I found the tour a bit basic.
But hey, it was still a pretty nice time for soccer fans.
Ideally located in the center of Marseille, you can really imagine the atmosphere there must be during matches.

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A landmark in its own right

Even if you aren't into soccer, like me, the Stade Vélodrome is well-known all over France. You can really soak in the vibe when the fans start heading into the stadium. You can even see the flares from the Calanques!
I went to an OM-PSG match and I can tell you the atmosphere in the streets was intense, with parties at the Vieux-Port (and plenty of insults for the Parisians) and motorcycles honking all over the city.

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Great renovation!

With its 67,000 seats and full roof, the new Vélodrome has really gotten a serious makeover. Less drafty, more resonance for the atmosphere... One of the most impressive structures in Marseille, a true symbol of the city and a cathedral of football!
Strangely, it should have boosted the resident club, OM, but not that much...

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Best atmosphere in France

One of the biggest and most beautiful stadiums in France. You find the most passionate crowd and the hottest atmosphere in the country here. This is Marseille baby.

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A must-do experience

I should warn you that I am not a soccer fan. And yet, I loved the time I spent at this stadium. The passion of the crowd is contagious, and you find yourself hoping for plays and goals from OM just to hear the roar of the fans and the explosions of joy.

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