Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas Stadium
Madrid football stadium, home to Rayo Vallecano
In Madrid's Vallecas neighborhood, this stadium hosts Rayo Vallecano matches; fans come for close-quarters football atmosphere, local bars and gritty match-day culture.
Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas at a Glance#
Address: Calle Payaso Fofó, 28053 Madrid, Spain
Website: https://www.rayovallecano.es/
Admission: Varies by match or event; stadium tours occasionally offered (approx €5-10)
About Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas#
Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas is a football stadium in the Vallecas district of Madrid and the long-standing home of Rayo Vallecano. The ground is a compact urban stadium noted for its steep stands and close proximity of spectators to the pitch.
Matchday atmosphere and local support are key reasons supporters visit, along with the club shop and matchday facilities. The stadium has been rebuilt and renovated on the same site over time to update facilities and seating.
The venue occupies a neighbourhood location in the Puente de Vallecas area of Madrid and is well connected to the city’s public transport network. Vallecas is the nearest district and forms the immediate urban context for the stadium.
- Home ground: Home stadium of the Madrid football club Rayo Vallecano and known for its intimate atmosphere and partisan local support.
- Capacity range: Seating capacity is roughly fourteen to fifteen thousand spectators, making it a compact urban stadium in Madrid.
How to Get to Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas#
Vallecas is well served by Madrid metro Line 1 (Portazgo and Puente de Vallecas stations are closest) and commuter rail (Cercanías) via Vallecas station. From central Madrid, it’s a 20-30 minute metro ride; walking from Portazgo station takes about 10-15 minutes.
Tips for Visiting Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas#
- If attending a Rayo Vallecano match, use Arganda line C-2 Cercanías to Entrevías and walk 10-15 minutes or take Metro Line 1 to Portazgo and walk north - both approaches avoid the busiest areas.
- Buy tickets in advance for important fixtures; on derby days arrive early to enjoy local bars and avoid line delays at security.
- Check stadium notices for museum or tour availability - tours are limited and often scheduled around the club calendar.
Best Time to Visit Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas#
Best visited during the football season (Aug-May) for the authentic stadium atmosphere.
Weather & Climate near Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas#
Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 2° - 10° | 5° | 40 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
| February | Good | 3° - 13° | 6° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.5h |
| March | Very Good | 5° - 16° | 10° | 25 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 7° - 18° | 12° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 2.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Excellent | 15° - 28° | 21° | 24 mm | some cloud | 46% | 2.4 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 14 mm | mostly sunny | 35% | 2.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 36% | 2.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Excellent | 14° - 27° | 21° | 26 mm | some cloud | 48% | 2.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 5° - 14° | 9° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 1.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| December | Good | 3° - 11° | 5° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |