Stadium Information
Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi, home of Hellas Verona, is one of northern Italy’s most recognisable football venues. Opened in 1963 and renovated extensively for the 1990 World Cup, the stadium sits west of Verona’s historic centre and features a distinctive multi‑tiered bowl with sweeping concrete curves and a partial roof canopy. Its design reflects mid‑twentieth‑century Italian stadium architecture, with large open sections, strong vertical lines and a sense of scale that mirrors Verona’s footballing tradition.
With a capacity of around thirty‑nine thousand, the venue uses a natural grass pitch and has been gradually modernised with improved lighting, seating and safety systems. Matchdays at the Bentegodi carry a spirited and often intense atmosphere. Supporters gather across nearby squares, shops and bars before moving toward the Curva Sud, the heart of Hellas Verona’s vocal fanbase.
The acoustics of the stadium, shaped by its tall stands and open corners, help amplify chants and create a lively and sometimes fiery environment. Evening fixtures are particularly striking, as the floodlights illuminate the pale concrete structure and the yellow‑and‑blue colours associated with the club fill the stands. Concourse areas have been updated to offer improved food kiosks and facilities, though the stadium retains much of its original character. Transport access includes bus services, major urban roads and pedestrian routes that link the stadium with Verona Porta Nuova railway station.
Parking is available across designated lots and street zones around the district. Accessibility features include step‑free routes, ramps, wheelchair seating platforms and adapted toilets, reflecting ongoing improvements to accommodate disabled supporters. The surrounding area offers cafés, commercial zones and residential neighbourhoods that contribute to the matchday rhythm. For Hellas Verona, the Bentegodi remains a symbol of resilience, passion and the enduring spirit of football in the city.
