Stadium Information
Stadio Luigi Ferraris, shared by Genoa and Sampdoria, is one of Italy’s oldest and most atmospheric football venues. Located in the Marassi district of Genoa, the stadium first opened in 1911 and has been renovated several times, most notably for the 1990 World Cup. Its distinctive British‑inspired design features four red brick corner towers, steep stands close to the pitch and a compact, rectangular layout. With a capacity of just over thirty‑one thousand, the stadium uses a natural grass surface and remains a defining landmark of Ligurian football culture. Matchdays for Genoa are intense, emotional and steeped in tradition.
Supporters fill the surrounding streets and piazzas before gathering beneath the Curva Nord, where the oldest active fanbase in Italy leads chants,
flags and choreography. The steep stands create strong acoustics, producing one of the loudest atmospheres in Serie A despite the stadium’s modest size. Evening fixtures are particularly striking as the floodlights illuminate the red towers and the deep rossoblù colours associated with Genoa.
Inside, concourses maintain much of their classic character, though recent works have improved facilities and accessibility. Transport access includes bus routes, local roads and pedestrian
paths linking the stadium with Genoa Brignole railway station. Parking in the district is limited due to the dense urban layout, making public transport the preferred option for most supporters.
Accessibility features include step‑free entrances, ramps, adapted toilets and dedicated wheelchair sections, though space constraints reflect the stadium’s historical structure. The surrounding Marassi neighbourhood contains shops, cafés and residential streets that contribute to a lively and close‑knit matchday environment. Stadio Luigi Ferraris remains a symbol of Genoa’s footballing heritage and one of the most iconic stadiums in Italy.
