Stade de la Beaujoire Sports Fan Tips
Stade de la Beaujoire is a venue in or near Nantes that is most often used for Soccer
Best Bars around Stade de la Beaujoire?
If you are going to go anywhere for a drink before an FC Nantes game – make sure that it is Bar la Beaujoire! Located by Haluchere tramstop it is perfect to sink a few pints prematch before jumping on the tram to the station! It also shows a lot of the Ligue 1 matches and all the pregame action.Or do as the locals do and park up at La Belle Equipe which has a great little restaurant as well a swanky bar – though if you do want a table, it's probably best to reserve a spot before hand!
How do I get to Stade de la Beaujoire?
As with a lot of French football stadiums, the Stade de Beaujoire is set a fair bit out of town. Luckily it has its own tram stop – to get here make sure you hop on the Number 1 tram and ride it for around 15 minutes. If you don't manage to get on the number 1 then don't worry – just ride the other tram to the very end 'Ranzay' which is a short walk from the stadium as well.The stadium is just to the side of a major ring road so driving is really accessible and there is a small amount of parking next to the ground, though be sure to get there nice and early to secure a spot.
Things to check out around Stade de la Beaujoire?
Found on the banks on the Loire River – Nantes is a very historic city, and it was actually the best city in Europe to live in 2004. The Chateux de Ducs de Bretagne was the historical home of the Dukes of Brittany and offers enough grandeur and history to suit everyone!Perpare to be amazed by the wonders of imagination and invention when you go to the Les Machines de L'ile. With inventions here that Nantes most famous son, Jules Verne, would have struggled to dream up – you can spend a day marvelling, before taking a ride in a giant Elephant!Tour Bretagne is also the perfect place for a coffee and a few photos – one of the only high rise buildings in Nantes offering fantastic views of the city.
Stade de la Beaujoire seating?
The stadium was groundbreaking at the time it was built, and although stadiums have come a long way since then, it really isn't a bad stadium to watch the game in. The stands are relatively new and as such the leg space and comfort levels are fairly good! There are no pillars to be found so all the seats have excellent sight lines. However, the wavey design of the roof does mean that if it rains – you might get wet!Prices at the stadium do fluctuate dependent on the opposition, though you will be looking at a cost between €20-50. As always the cheaper seats are to be found on either end of the stadium behind the goal. The more expensive seats are in the East and West stands, especially on half way.Look to the East stand if you want a family friendly experience – although sometimes the atmosphere here does leave something to be desired.
Best Insider tip at Stade de la Beaujoire?
Why not walk in the footsteps of some of Nantes biggest stars and go on a behind the scenes tour of the stadium. With tickets only costing €4 and with the changing rooms, trophy room, backstage areas and the pitch itself on display – it's something either a fervent or fairweather fan can't miss out on.
What to expect from the Stade de la Beaujoire crowd?
As with their Breton neighbours Rennes, the fans of FC Nantes take their football seriously and the atmosphere at the ground can get quite spicy. The majority of the sound comes from the North and the West stands, where several supporter groups such as Les Jaunes et Verts really make their presence known.As always, just be sensible and don't engage in trouble with the fervent supporters groups and you'll be fine.
Best Food and Drink at Stade de la Beaujoire?
There is of course the usual food and drink on sale at Stade de la Beaujoire – however while you are in Brittany, you have to try the local speciality – the 'galette-saucisse'. It is seen in the local area as being the quintessential terrace food – and the only thing you should be eating on game day. It is a fried pork sausage, wrapped in a thin buckwheat crepe and goes deliciously with a cup of apple cider!
Best restaurants near Stade de la Beaujoire?
Somewhat ironically, the best restaurant in town isn't French! Though if you have ever felt a craving for Turkish food – make sure that you sate your appetite here! They do Meze here like no one else and with a platter for two being just €20, it's something your wallet will enjoy as much as your tastebuds.Creperie Kez Briez pays homage to the galettes of Brittany and will whip up crepes beyond your wildest dreams – from savory to sweet, there will be something on their extensive menu that will intrigue you.Otherwise 'Melting Potes – Burger' is a fantastic place that serves some delicious burgers and fries for relatively cheap prices! Why not go crazy and order a meter of French Fries! It's on the menu!