Volksparkstadion

Capacity
57,000
Year Opened
2000
Surface Type
grass
Club/Team
Hamburger SV
City
Hamburg
Coordinates
53.5870,9.8986
Country
Germany
Sport
football
Continent
Europe

Stadium Information

Volksparkstadion, home of Hamburger SV, is one of Germany’s largest and most storied football venues. Opened in its current form in 2000 on the site of the old Volksparkstadion, the arena was designed to host major international tournaments and large domestic crowds. Located in the Bahrenfeld district of Hamburg, the stadium features a symmetrical bowl with steep tiers, a continuous roof ring and excellent sightlines throughout.

With a capacity of just over fifty-seven thousand, the venue uses a natural grass pitch and remains a regular host for national team matches and major events. Matchdays at Volksparkstadion are shaped by Hamburg’s size and football heritage. Supporters arrive from across the city and region, gathering in fan zones and surrounding parks before entering wide concourses designed for high throughput.

Inside, the atmosphere builds steadily, with organised support concentrated behind the goals and a broad base of fans filling the upper tiers. The stadium’s scale allows for impressive visual displays, while modern facilities ensure comfort and efficient service. The stadium is well connected via S-Bahn services, bus routes and major road links, with extensive parking available in the surrounding area.

Accessibility features include step-free routes, lifts, wheelchair seating platforms, adapted toilets and dedicated assistance services. The surrounding Volkspark area includes green spaces, training facilities and event infrastructure. For Hamburger SV, Volksparkstadion remains a symbol of tradition, ambition and the club’s long-standing place in German football.