Stade Saint Symphorien Sports Fan Tips
Stade Saint Symphorien is a venue in or near Metz that is most often used for Soccer
How do I get to Stade Saint Symphorien?
Trains from out of town arrive at Metz's Gare de Metz-Ville. From here is is only a 1.5 km walk to the stadium so if you fancy stretching your legs, you could walk there in around 15-20 minutes.Opposite the train station you can catch the number 11 bus if you don't feel like walking. The journey takes around 12 minutes so you won't actually be saving that much time – just remember to get off at 'Palais Sports'.If you have come to Metz by car – the club has come up with a park and ride system so that the area around the stadium doesn't become so congested. Simply park (for free) at one of the following car parks – 1) Rochambeau : Rue Sainte-Barbe in Metz. 2) Entrance to the Auchan Shopping Centre. 3)Entrance to the Expo exhibition in Metz. Although parking is free, you will have to get a ticket for the shuttle buses.
Best Insider tip at Stade Saint Symphorien?
Whether you have been a Metz fan for years, or this time at the stadium is your first time watching the club – every fan needs something that shows their support and something that they can take home as a souvenir. Enter in the club shop! Attached to the stadium the store sells everything from replica kits to Metz adorned hats. They even sell a FC Metz board game that could make for an interesting train ride home!
Things to check out around Stade Saint Symphorien?
Metz is a very old city, full of charm and history – and it's no surprise that Metz's architecturally stunning buildings really dominate the things to do in the town. From the enormous Cathedral was built in the 13th Century and has some of the largest selection of stained glass windows in the world!Equally as beautiful are the many walks you can take along Metz's numerous waterways and admire the buildings from there – including Le Temple Neuf – remember to bring your camera.It seems a strange thing to find in France, but Metz has several Turkish baths that are very popular with the locals – so why not treat yourself and enjoy a day in a spa!
Best Bars around Stade Saint Symphorien?
If you want to act like a local Metz fan then you should have a couple of drinks in Brasserie Du Stade – located very close to the stadium, it's walls are covered in Metz memorabilia, pictures and some great nostalgia – perfect to get you in the mood for the match.Despite the name – Café le Nancy – is another Metz friendly bar that does a really good trade on match days. A lot of fans will head to the stadiums bar to drink – The Sports Palace is found behind the North Stand but you will have to register as a member to get in on game days.
Best restaurants near Stade Saint Symphorien?
There is something in Metz to really suit any taste and any budget. If you want a meal to remember and are willing to settle a hefty check – then you should book a table at either Le Jardin de Bellevue, where you take your pick from one of 3 fixed price menus, or L'Imaginarium and taste classic French cooking at its best.For a cheap light meal with a fantastic view, there are few places better than Le Petit Mona. Opposite the fountain in the Plan d'Eau Parc, the café is nice and inviting and offers salads, sandwiches and paninis galore.For something a little different, Restaurant Thierry Saveurs et Cuisine, could be the perfect place – blending French flavours and Moroccan dishes the restaurant has proved very popular. A cracking way to finish the meal is by sharing a pot of Moroccan Mint Tea.
Stade Saint Symphorien seating?
In all honesty – Metz's Stade Saint Symphorien is about as standard as it gets in regards to seating. All 4 stands are new enough to give you great views of pitch with no obstructing pillars in the way, but not that new as to give you the most comfortable seats in the world. There were plans to update the seating, but as Metz's proposal to be a Euro 2016 venue fell through, the club were given no extra funding.The four stands are made up of the more expensive Tribunes (South) and Moselle (North) that run the length of the pitch. Home fans tend to congregate in the East and West Stands behind either goal . Away fans are allocated sectors P and Q in the South East Corner. Behind the goals tickets cost €20 and that will increase all the way up to €55 for seats on the half way line.
What to expect from the Stade Saint Symphorien crowd?
Metz's fortune has been a mixed bag in recent years and have been yo-yoing between Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 in back to back seasons. This, whilst being pretty frustrating for the fans certainly keeps them engaged – either they are in the midst of a relegation battle or they are in a race for promotion. As you can imagine then, the atmosphere at Metz games can get quite fiery – and there will be lots of banners flying throughout. Don't be surprised if you see a flare or two as well.
Best Food and Drink at Stade Saint Symphorien?
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.