2024 Summer Olympics: Football fervour in Marseille

Discover football at the 2024 Olympics in Marseille, an unforgettable experience in the mythical Stade Orange Vélodrome. Join us for exciting matches in an iconic city, rich in history and culture. Marseille, a must for football fans and Olympic festivities.

Football in Marseille: the obvious choice

Marseille, host city of the 2024 Summer Olympic, is getting ready to vibrate to the rhythm of soccer. At the heart of this excitement, the Stade Orange Vélodrome, a building steeped in history and passion, will host unforgettable matches. A landmark in the French football landscape, the stadium is a symbol of sporting fervor, having hosted numerous major events. The 2024 Olympics mark a new page in its history, promising spectacular matches and emotional moments. Marseille, with its unique atmosphere and love of football, offers the perfect setting to celebrate this global event. Fans from all over the world are invited to share in this passion and experience unprecedented moments in a city where sport is much more than a game, it’s a true culture.

Stade Orange Vélodrome match schedule

Match schedule

The Stade Orange Vélodrome lights up for the 2024 Summer Olympics with an exciting program of matches. From July 24, 2024, football fans will be able to attend key matches, with games scheduled until August 6, 2024. Each day promises its share of surprises and outstanding performances, in the historic stadium.

Presentation of the participating teams

The teams competing in the Olympic Games represent the elite of world football. Each national team brings its own unique style and star players. Expectations are high, with teams eager to make Olympic history and delight their fans. The matches at the Stade Orange Vélodrome will be an opportunity to see internationally renowned talents come face to face, promising a top-class spectacle.

Ticketing information

Tickets for these exceptional matches are available on the official website of the 2024 Olympic Games . Fans are encouraged to book their tickets in advance to guarantee their attendance. Different ticket categories are available, offering a range of prices and experiences to suit all budgets. For the ultimate experience, special offers and packages for groups are also available.

The fan experience in Marseille

The fan experience in Marseille during the 2024 Olympics promises to be a memorable one. The city, famous for its vibrant atmosphere and passion for football, is preparing to host a major sporting event.

Although details of the fan zones and giant screens have yet to be defined, Marseille’s streets, rich in sunshine and history, promise a total immersion in local culture.

Visitors will have the opportunity to sample Mediterranean cuisine, explore traditional markets and soak up the unique atmosphere of Marseille’s neighborhoods. In the evening, the Vieux-Port should be a privileged gathering place, where fans from all over the world can meet to celebrate their love of football. Beyond the stadium, the Marseille experience will be a celebration of diversity, fraternity and sport, truly embodying the spirit of the Olympic Games.

Plan Acces Stade De Marseille Olympic Games Paris 2024

Access to the Stade Orange Vélodrome during the Olympics

During the 2024 Olympics, access to the Stade Orange Vélodrome will be a key component of the spectator experience. The city is preparing to facilitate mobility and access to the stadium to ensure a smooth and pleasant arrival.

Public transport lines will be reinforced, including metro and bus lines, to efficiently serve the stadium from various points in the city.

Detailed information on recommended routes and timetables will be available to help visitors plan their journeys.

For those who prefer to travel by car, park-and-ride facilities are available on the outskirts of the city, with regular shuttle services to the stadium. Marseille is also committed to promoting sustainable modes of transport, such as cycling, with dedicated facilities. These measures aim to ensure a stress-free experience for all football fans, allowing them to concentrate fully on the excitement of the matches.

Find out more about access to the stadium

FAQ

How do I get to the Marseille stadium?
Access to the Stade de Marseille Olympic site is via the entrances indicated on your spectator ticket:
- Parvis Ganay for the Ganay stand and the South corner (via boulevard Raymond Teisseire, take the Ste Marguerite-Dromel metro exit)
- Parvis Jean Bouin for the Jean Bouin stand and North Bend (via boulevard Michelet, take the Rond-point du Prado metro exit)
Where can I park my bike safely?
At the initiative of the City of Marseille, a free guarded bike and scooter parking area has been set up for private individuals (limited capacity, can be booked online). Bicycle helmets and batteries may remain in the parking area, but must be attached to the bicycle. No liability will be accepted in the event of theft. Address and opening hours of the bike park near the stadium: Rond-Point du Prado on match days from 1pm to midnight on 24, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31 July and 2, 3, 5, 6 August.
Reduced mobility accessibility
The entire P5 permanent car park at the Impasse de la Ola entrance is reserved for PFR event ticket holders.
Drop-off point for people with reduced mobility
A Mobimétropole/Taxi point is located at the Prado roundabout in front of the main entrance to Parc Chanot.
Access to the allée Ray Grassi
Between 15 July and 18 August (8pm), the allée Ray Grassi is closed to all traffic except local residents (access is on the Bd Teisseire side). A pass button will be distributed to local residents via the condominium managers and must be displayed in the vehicle to access the street.
Traffic around the stadium
The roads around the stadium will be closed during the matches on 24, 25, 27, 28, 30 and 31 July and 2, 3, 5 and 6 August:
Boulevard Michelet will be closed to traffic on all match days, from H-5 before the start of the match to H+4 after the end of the match (end of the play-offs):
– from rue Negresko to rue Jacques Picon, – from allée Marcel Leclerc to allée Ray Grassi
The impasse de la Ola (entire axis) will be closed every match day from 6.00 am on the day of the match until 6.00 am the following day.
The lane on Boulevard Michelet in the Prado-Mazargues direction will remain open to through traffic.
Parking around the stadium
5 car parks accessible on match days:
Marseille Chanot car park open on all match days. Entry is via gates A, B and C of Chanot, which are not affected by the traffic bans. For more information, click here
Entrance A: Rond-point-du-Prado
Entrance B: at the corner of Boulevard Rabatau and Rue Raymond Teisseire
Location of entrance C: rue Raymond Teisseire
Rate €7.50 incl. VAT / LV for the whole day, from 7am until the end of the match, whatever the time.
Coaches can be accommodated (no reservation required)
55 inc. VAT for up to 6 hours’ parking (typically the coach arrives before the match and leaves afterwards)
75 incl. VAT for more than 6 hours’ parking (the coach arrives on the morning of the match and then leaves, or even stays overnight, up to a maximum of 24 hours).
Tel: 04 91 76 90 60
Marseille Prado Shopping Centre car park
Location of entrance: 1 Rue Ray Grassi, 13008 Marseille
Rates for 24h = 30€. 1 hour free parking for purchases over €40, 2 hours free parking for purchases over €80.
Fixed rate of €10 for 6 hours’ parking on match days: payment is made at reception after parking.
If the match is at 6pm: €10 flat rate for parking between 4pm and 10pm.
If the match is at 7pm: €10 flat rate for parking between 5pm and 11pm
If the match is at 9pm: €10 parking charge for parking between 7pm and 1am
Payment can be made at the car park reception on level ES of the shopping centre with your entrance ticket.
On match nights, the car park is very busy and there will definitely be a wait to leave the car park. It’s best to wait in the street before returning to your car to let the traffic clear up.
Tel: 04 91 49 08 86
Negresko car park
Location of entrance: 20 rue Negresko, 13008 Marseille
Day pass at €30.
No reservation, first come, first served. More information here.
Tel: 06 09 53 68 88
Castellane car park
Location of entrance: 14 avenue Jules Cantini, 13006 Marseille
Day pass at €25 (instead of €30 if booked online.
Tel: 09 73 72 33 13
Parking Prado Périer
Location of entrance: 20 Allée Turcat Méry, 13008 Marseille
Day pass at €27 (instead of €31 if booked online.
Tel: 09 73 72 33 13