Stade du Hainaut
State-of-the-art football stadium, major live sports, & grand arenas
Opened in 2011 to replace the historic Stade Nungesser, the Stade du Hainaut is an architectural masterpiece and the premier athletic arena of the Valenciennes Métropole. Boasting a striking, futuristic exterior wrapped in shimmering metal scales, this state-of-the-art stadium has a seating capacity of over 25,000 spectators. It functions as the official home stadium for the local professional football club, Valenciennes FC (VAFC), drawing passionate crowds on match days throughout the season.
The Stadium Experience
Beyond regional league football, the stadium is a world-class multi-sport venue that has hosted major international events—including matches for the FIFA Women's World Cup, high-profile international rugby fixtures, and massive stadium-scale music concerts.
The matchday experience: Attending a live VAFC match is one of the most exciting local weekend activities. The stadium features pristine sightlines from every seat, multiple official merchandise shops, and a lively network of food and beverage concessions operating beneath the stands.
Stadium tours & business events: When matches aren't scheduled, the complex opens its doors for exclusive behind-the-scenes guided tours of the player tunnels and locker rooms. It also functions as a major business hub, utilizing its panoramic skyboxes and premium reception lounges for regional conferences and public expositions.
Location & Practical Info
The stadium is situated directly in the Nungesser athletic district, immediately adjacent to the Centre Aquatique Nungesser. The site is exceptionally well-connected to public transit via the Valenciennes tramway network (Line T1, Nungesser station) and features massive dedicated matchday parking lots.
The address: Avenue des Sports, 59300 Valenciennes.
Google maps link: https://maps.google.com/?q=Stade+du+Hainaut+Valenciennes
Official VAFC club & ticketing website: https://www.va-fc.com/