Stadium Information
Estadio de Mendizorrotza, home of Deportivo Alavés, is one of the oldest stadiums in La Liga and a defining symbol of football in the Basque city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Opened in 1924, the ground has undergone several renovations while retaining the traditional feel that makes it unique. With a capacity of around nineteen thousand, it is a compact venue with four stands set close to the hybrid grass pitch, allowing supporters to feel tightly connected to the action. Plans for major redevelopment continue to progress, aiming to expand the stadium and modernise facilities for the coming decades.
Matchdays at Mendizorrotza are shaped by the club’s strong community identity. Supporters make their way through the quiet residential streets around the stadium, gathering in local bars and open spaces before kickoff. Inside, the steep stands create a lively and often intense atmosphere, particularly in the sections behind the goals where the most vocal fans gather. Concourses are narrower than those in newer La Liga venues, but they provide the essentials: food, drink, and sheltered areas during inclement Basque weather.
Transport connections are reliable thanks to bus routes linking the stadium with central Vitoria-Gasteiz. Many fans arrive on foot or bicycle due to the city’s compact layout and pedestrian-friendly design. Parking can be limited on matchdays, so local transport or walking is often the preferred option. Accessibility has improved through the introduction of wheelchair bays, adapted toilets, step-free access points, and matchday assistance staff. The surrounding neighbourhood offers cafés, parks, and local eateries, giving supporters plenty of choices before and after games.
Mendizorrotza remains a venue full of history, pride, and community spirit, blending tradition with the evolving ambitions of Alavés.
