💛 Why we love it
The Groupama Stadium impresses with its modern design and its capacity to host large-scale events while offering modern amenities (shops, museum, restaurants). Its integration into the OL Vallée complex makes it a complete entertainment destination for families and fans, and the shuttle/parking facilities facilitate access during major sporting or musical events.
The Groupama Stadium, formerly known as the Stade des Lumières, is the main sports venue of Olympique Lyonnais, located in Décines-Charpieu. Inaugurated in January 2016, it is part of a large leisure complex called OL Valley which includes shops, restaurants, sports activities and a museum dedicated to the club.
Main features
- Address : 10 Avenue Simone Veil, 69150 Décines-Charpieu.
- Ability : approximately 59,000 seats (capacity often rounded to 60,000 depending on the source and event configuration).
- Inauguration January 2016.
- Park and forecourt : forecourt of 34,000 m² serving as a space for activities and welcoming the public.
- Parking : approximately 6,678 seats parking on site (one third of which is covered) and park and ride facilities activated on event days.
- Equipment : OL Store, OL Museum, lounges and VIP areas, restaurants, adjacent training center and infrastructure for major concerts and international sporting events.
Usage and programming
The stadium hosts Olympique Lyonnais home matches (men's and women's), international matches, major competitions (Euro 2016, World Cups, etc.) as well as major concerts and cultural events.
Access and practical advice
- Transportation : served by tram T7 (Décines – OL Vallée stop) and special shuttles on event days from Part-Dieu and other strategic points.
- Parking and shuttle services : parking on reservation on event days; park and ride facilities (Eurexpo, Meyzieu) with dedicated shuttles.
- Accessibility : facilities for people with reduced mobility, covered bicycle parking and drop-off zones planned.
- Trick Book your parking or shuttle in advance and use shuttles or the tram to avoid traffic jams during peak hours.
📍 Where is this place located?
10 Avenue Simone Veil, 69150 Décines-Charpieu, Lyon
