Stade de la Mosson Sports Fan Tips
Stade de la Mosson is a venue in or near Montpellier that is most often used for Soccer
Stade de la Mosson seating?
There are 4 distinct stands in the Stade de la Mosson and each have their own feel to them. The stands behind the goals are where the rowdiest groups sit, with the away fans being placed in the North West corner of the ground – affectionally called the Montpellier Kop.The club decided to make things rather confusing and divided the stands up into different sections of seating – all with different prices. The 'Cevennes' section in the Tribune D'Honneur Stand (North) is a good place for a neutral fan with good sight lines and tickets costing around €25. Otherwise the prime seats will set you back around €60 – steep prices for a team whose glory days were in 2012.
Best Food and Drink at Stade de la Mosson?
The food and drink at the ground really isn't anything special with there just being a few piecemeal options available that you will find at any football ground in the country such as Hot Dogs and Burgers. My advice would be to either bring some food in yourself – or better yet, hold off eating until after the match and then pick a restaurant and enjoy some awesome local fare, restaurants often are open later in France than most other countries so it won't be hard to find something delicious.
Best restaurants near Stade de la Mosson?
If your legs are tired from walking round Montpelliers old town centre then why not take a break at 'Burger et Blanquette'. As well as some delicious burgers the chef can whip up some reviving salads for you that will get you reenergised and back out on the cobbled streets before you know it!For a more intimate and special experience, you have to find 'Le Petit Jardin'. As the name suggests, it is a great garden, hidden away in the historic centre of Montpellier. With the shade of the trees and the view of the Cathedral – the atmosphere is almost as good as the food. Let the chef cook you some fine French food, sip on some wine, and enjoy the sun.If you have had enough of French food and want to try something different – why not Argentinian? The Empanadas Club have created a fantastic environment to enjoy a meal in, with diners sitting at long wooden tables that really creates a sense of community and friendliness – the walls are decorated with Argentinian art and souvenirs – so you might forget you're in France! If you have a sweet tooth then you have to go for their speciality – a Banana and Nutella Empanada!
Things to check out around Stade de la Mosson?
If watching the football has got you energised and feeling the need to burn off the French wine and cooking you've been eating – then why not put on some hiking/tennis shoes and set out on the Pic St-Loup. It really does have some wonderful scenery and the views at the top are simply breath taking.Of course, you don't have to exercise to see the beautiful countryside around Montpellier – why not go on a wine tasting tour of the local vineyards. Instant Terroir isn't as half as scary as it sounds – and pairs you up with a local, knowledgeable guide who will take you to the best wineries in the region.
What to expect from the Stade de la Mosson crowd?
Montpellier to has its own brand of ultras – The MSHC Ultras sit in the Etang De Thau section behind the goal and they make the sure the crowd are up for the challenge for 90 minutes and more. The fact that the away fans are situated opposite them does make for a nice give and take between the two sets of supporters that really does add to the occasion. Montpellier's best season was a while ago now in 2012 when Olivier Giroud fired them to the title – the last few seasons haven't been as glorious though and that has damped the atmosphere a little.
How do I get to Stade de la Mosson?
By far the easiest way to get to the stadium is by tram – as it so often is in French towns. You can catch the desired Line 1 from the main station or any of the stops in the Northern Part of the historic town. The Stadium has it's own tram stop – Stade de la Mosson – and the fact that it is the last stop on the line makes it hard to get it wrong! From there it is just a short walk to the ground.The bus is also very handy – and lines 15, 25 and 34 all drop off at the stadium.If you have a car and do fancy driving, the local council have set up a free car park near the ground. With room for just under 2,500 cars – get there early if you want to guarantee a spot!
Best Insider tip at Stade de la Mosson?
There are two HSC Montpellier shops throughout the town – so why not buy some merchandise and really support the team that you came here to see. Yes, Orange and Blue isn't the greatest colour scheme in the world – but that won't matter as you get caught up in the moment – cheering on the team with a stadium full of passionate supporters!
Best Bars around Stade de la Mosson?
The area around the stadium really isn't that great for grabbing some pre-match beers. Most fans choose to set up shop on Heidelberg Avenue at one of the many makeshift beer tents. It doesn't sound like much, but beneath the beaming sun, there is a real party atmosphere before a game.If you want the familiar surroundings of a bar however, there is Brasserie de la Mosson – just off the Heidelberg Avenue. It is sparce inside and there is just one tap serving Kronenbourg – but there are a lot of regulars in here will football talk buzzing around.Otherwise The Shakespeare and The Vert Anglais are both British themed pubs that attract a large expat crowd and have good happy hours to take advantage of!