Football stadiums in France
Football stadiums in France
Football stadiums in France
Football stadiums in Germany
Stade De France (Paris)
Allianz Arena (Munich)
Story :
The Allianz Arena stadium nicknamed the “Schlauchboot” (inflatable boat) was built following a referendum, voted by the inhabitants of the city of Munich. This vote comes out with about two-thirds of the vote in favor of new infrastructure. The stadium was built from October 21, 2002 to April 30, 2005, it was inaugurated on May 31, 2005. Since that day, the stadium is constantly expanding. Its facade shines in three colours: white for international matches, red for Bayern Munich matches, and blue for TSV Munich 1860. However, the Bayern Munich club did not want to share such a luxurious stadium with the Second League club. , so after a while Bayern Munich buys back all the rights to the Allianz Arena.
Popular player:
Franz Beckenbauer: A former German international footballer, he played as a central defender. A great name in the history of football, Beckenbauer signed his dominance at the highest international level by winning as captain of the West German team the 1972 European Championship and the 1974 World Cup. In addition to his international successes, he led his Bayern Munich club to a treble in the European Champion Clubs' Cup and was twice elected Ballon d'Or, in 1972 and 1976. Since 2009, he has been Honorary President of Bayern Munich and he chaired the club between 1994 and 2009.
Schedule of the visit:
From the professional team's locker room to the press room, via the mixed zone, the access tunnel to the pitch or even the passageways of the enclosure, the Allianz Arena will deliver its most secret places and anecdotes to you. the most misunderstood. In Germany's largest club museum, you take an informative and interactive journey through time, from the founding of the club in 1900 to current events. Over 500 exhibits, an extensive photo collection, placeholders and more make this visit a great experience.
Price :
Adult: €19.00
Youth (from 6 to 13 years old): €11.00
Child (under 5): Free
Useful information :
Munich Tourist Board
Stade De France (Paris)
Berlin Olympic Stadium
Story :
The Olympiastadion was first built to host the 1916 Olympics, but they were canceled due to the First World War. The stadium was built over the old one to host the 1936 Olympics. It was then renovated in 1974 to host the FIFA World Cup which took place the same year. For the 2006 World Cup, it was in this Olympic stadium that 6 matches took place, including the final between France and Italy. For this global event, roofs over the stands have been added to increase the stadium's capacity. All of Herta BSC Berlin's home matches are played at this stadium. The German football cup final takes place in this stadium every year.
Popular player:
Marcelino: Former Brazilian international footballer, he played as a striker. He played from 2001 to 2006 with club Hertha BSC Berlin. He is considered one of the most important players at the club, and one of the most technically gifted. Playmaker, he scored the goal of the month in June 2001 and April 2005. Unfortunately, he had to leave the club due to behavioral problems.
Schedule of the visit:
Every day, guided tours are organized within the enclosure to discover the history of this gigantic place. You have the opportunity to explore the secret places of the stadium, usually reserved for members of Hertha BSC Berlin, but also all the technological and historical components of the stadium. You explore the stadium through a historical circuit with 45 tables that informs you about the creation and history of the former “Reich sports ground” and historical constructions.
Price :
Adult: €10.00
Youth (from 6 to 14 years old): €8.00
Child (under 6): Free
Useful information :
Berlin Tourist Office
Stade De France (Paris)
Signal Iduna Park (Dortmund)
Story :
The original plans for Signal Iduna Park date back to the 1960s, when it seemed urgent to find a replacement for the old Rote Erde Stadion, overwhelmed by the ever-increasing influx of Dortmund club supporters. However, the city could not afford such an expense. However, in 1971, the city of Cologne approached to host matches of the 1974 World Cup, had to withdraw its candidacy. The funds intended for Cologne were then reallocated to Dortmund, which was able to launch the construction of its stadium. On April 2, 1974, Borussia Dortmund moved into their new stadium. Renovated several times, the stadium has a current capacity of more than 80,000 seats. For the 2004/2005 season, it broke the Bundesliga attendance record, with a total of 1.5 million spectators over the whole year.
Popular player:
Marco Reus: A German international footballer playing as an attacking midfielder, he has been playing with Borussia Dortmund since 2012. He is the only current first-team player who was born in Dortmund and loves Borussia at least as much as they do. He never left despite offers to be paid more and win more titles. In 2012 for his first season, he was voted German footballer of the year and best player in the Bundesliga. Since then, he has accumulated honorary titles despite numerous injuries.
Schedule of the visit:
During the stadium tour, you get a detailed overview of stadium facilities that are otherwise off-limits. These include the VIP areas, the tunnels leading to the pitch, the club museum and the press room. The highlight of the visit is the “mixing zone”, this is the area where the rival teams meet for the first time. In addition, you have the opportunity to sit in the locker room of the professional team.
Price :
Adult: €9.00
Youth (from 6 to 17 years old): €6.00
Child (under 5): Free
Useful information :
Dortmund Tourist Office