CEPAC Vélodrome

The Stade Vélodrome features a 25-metre-high skirt illuminated by LEDs that changes colour depending on events. HD Wi-Fi coverage is available to the entire crowd. The Orange Vélodrome hosted the football World Cups in 1938 and 1998, football Euros in 1984 and 2016, and the rugby World Cup in 2007.

Rugby World Cup France 2023 matches were held there, and it also hosted the Paris 2024 Olympics.

How to buy tickets for OM matches at the Stade Vélodrome?

🎟️ Tickets for OM matches are available on the OM's online ticketing platform. For major fixtures it is possible to become a member to get early access to ticket sales.

🔃 A resale system is in place on the same OM online ticketing platform. It is therefore possible to buy tickets resold by other supporters in a secure manner.

What are the terraces at the Stade Vélodrome?

🎉 The Vélodrome has 2 terraces with active supporters (ultras, supporter groups...): North End and South End.

The away section is located in the Jean Bouin stand, North-West side (generally in blocks 20 on the map).

The players' bench and the presidential stand are located in the Jean-Bouin stand (West).

How to get to the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille by public transport?

🚇 by Metro

- For the North End, Jean Bouin stand (gates 1 to 6 and 16 to 18): «Rond-Point du Prado» metro station (Line M2) then 300m on foot 

- For the South End, Ganay stand (gates 7 to 15): «Sainte Marguerite Dromel» metro station (Line M2) + Bus 15/155, 16/165, 17, 24, 46/465, 47, 48/48T, 73, then 500m on foot 

🚌 by Bus

- For the North End, Jean Bouin stand (gates 1 to 6 and 16 to 18): «Rond-Point du Prado» bus stop (Lines 19 and 83) + Bus B1, 19b, 22/225, 23, 44, 45, 41, 72, then 300m on foot

All practical information about the Vélodrome in Marseille

What can you eat and drink at the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille?

🌭 Numerous food stalls are set up in the corridors of the Stade Vélodrome, offering a variety of typical stadium snacks: chips, sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers, snacks...

How do you get to the Vélodrome stadium?

The surroundings of the Orange Vélodrome offer limited parking availability. Prioritise park and ride facilities and public transport.

🚗 P+R: park and ride facilities in the metropolis are accessible. Info by clicking on this link.

🚍🚇 For real-time information on public transport, consult the "RTM" app (download from Google Play or the App Store). Remember to purchase your transport tickets in advance at dedicated machines.

🚨The frequency of Metro M2 is increased 2 hours before the match.

Is there a left luggage facility at the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille?

🛅 2 left luggage facilities are available on the Ganay and Jean Bouin esplanades at a cost of €2, cash only.

Is there an OM shop at the Stade Vélodrome?

🏪 A large OM shop is located on the West esplanade in front of the Stade Vélodrome.

Is it possible to visit the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille?

🏟️ Yes, tours of the Orange Vélodrome are regularly organised. Find all the information on the Orange Vélodrome website.

🎟️ You can also book your tours directly with GetYourGuide (affiliate link):

What else should you know about the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille?

🎉 Marseille supporters arrive very early in front of the stadium to build up the atmosphere, meet on the Jean-Bouin esplanade.

🛜 Wi-Fi is available at the Orange Vélodrome.

Where to stay near the Stade Vélodrome?

🛏️ Book your accommodation near the Stade Vélodrome in just a few clicks with our partner Booking.com, the reference for online hotel booking. By going through this affiliate link, you support Stadium Traveller at no extra cost to you.

How to travel to Marseille?

🚌 Long-distance buses are a practical and economical option. FlixBus offers several regular connections to the city at affordable prices. Timetables and bookings available online by clicking here (affiliate link in support of Stadium Traveller)

👀 What to See / What to Do in Marseille?

We recommend:

• Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde
• the old port
• the Panier neighbourhood
• the calanques
• discovering the MuCEM (Museum of art and architecture)
• taking the air at Palais Longchamp
• visiting a soap factory