The Stade de France in Saint-Denis near Paris

The Stade de France in Saint-Denis near Paris
As the organizor of 1998 Soccer World Cup, Paris needed a world class stadium to complement the 45 000 seats Parc des Princes near Bois de Boulogne . The Stade de France (right), looking like a flying saucer, can accomodate 80 000 people and is the venue for all kinds of sports and cultural events. The Stade de France was inaugurated on January 28th 1988 with a France/Spain soccer game.	The Stade de France in Paris

The Stade de France in Paris	It was the venue of France 98 World Soccer Cup final on July 12th 1998 (victory of France 3/0 over Brazil). It was also the venue of 2007 Rugby World Cup final on October 20th 2007 (victory of South Africa over England). The Stade de France is located a few kilometers north of Paris in Saint-Denis, a city also known for its beautiful 12th century cathedral. It used to be the burial place of the kings of France.

You can visit Stade de France or book Stade de France tickets in advance. Line 13 - Stade de France station Line B - La Plaine Stade de France station Line D - Stade de France Saint Denis station If you go to Stade de France, stay near Gare du Nord in Paris (RER B to Stade de France). Have a look at hotels near Gare du Nord. More on sports in Paris	The Stade de France in Paris
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