Stadiums and sports facilities Nord-Pas-de-Calais

Flagship and emblem of the region, the Bollaert-Delelis stadium, all in white, rises in the heart of the mining basin like a phoenix rising from its ashes. Built in 1932, this stadium has been given a facelift and has seen a lot for Euro 2016! It bears the name of two personalities who have marked the history of the city. Félix Bollaert, director of the Compagnie des Mines de Lens and André Delelis, mayor of the city from 1966 to 1998, who allowed Lens to become the owner of its stadium. Today, it can accommodate up to 38,000 people.

The only stadium in France to feature a retractable roof, the 50,000-seat Pierre Mauroy complex is incredibly multifunctional. Since its inauguration, matches, shows, concerts and other events have followed one another. Among the many events hosted by the Arena, some are particularly renowned: the Davis Cup, the Euro basketball tournament and the Indochine Central Tour. In 2023, the Rugby World Cup once again thrilled the stadium. This year, the handball and basketball matches of the 2024 Olympics will take over.

Since the old Léo-Lagrange stadium was bombed during the War, the well-appointed Stadium de la Libération was inaugurated in 1952. Den de l'USCBO, it is also known for hosting Calais during the race of France 2000 and a few matches of the France Hope football team. Its latest renovation dates back to 2009 and the climb of Boulogne in L 1.

Inauguration: June 1, 1952.

Capacity: 15 182 places.

Record attendance: 15 242 spectators at Boulogne - Olympique de Marseille, April 17 th 2010.

Once the HQ of LOSC, the Stadium Nord Lille Métropole is now home to other Lille sports teams, such as rugby and athletics. Its 18,500 seats enable a large audience to attend matches in these disciplines all year round.

At the same time, its 400 m² of surface area hosts a wide range of events, including concerts, seminars, conferences and social events organized by and for local associations. In short, a stadium as versatile as its players!

The Hainaut stadium, inaugurated in July 2011, is quite simply the most recent venue in Ligue 1. The VAFC has left the dilapidated Nungesser for this splendid setting, to the delight of all its supporters. It is now a pleasant stadium with quality facilities. By contacting the tourist office, you can participate in a guided tour.

Inauguration: 26 July 2011.

Capacity: 25,172 seats.

Record attendance: 22,778 spectators on 28 July 2011 for the Valenciennes-Borussia Dortmund match.