Cluj ArenaAbout Cluj Arena
Cluj Arena is a modern multi-purpose stadium in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, used for football and athletics. It opened in 2011 and replaced the older municipal stadium on the same site.
Spectators find a covered main stand, an athletics track around the pitch and facilities for concerts and sporting events. The stadium hosts club matches, national fixtures and occasional large events, seating around 30,000 people.
Built to modern stadium standards in the early 2010s, the arena replaced the older Stadionul Ion Moina and provided upgraded facilities for both sport and entertainment in Cluj-Napoca.
The stadium sits within the urban area of Cluj-Napoca, in Cluj County, close to the city centre and transport links in Romania’s second-largest city.
- Capacity and opening: Seating capacity is approximately 30,000 spectators and the venue opened in 2011 as a multi-purpose stadium.
What to See#
- Main stadium bowl: The main pitch and seating bowl used for football and athletic events, with an athletics track surrounding the pitch.
- Facilities and hospitality: Hospitality suites, VIP boxes and a covered stand provide modern spectator facilities and media areas.
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Best Time to Visit Cluj Arena
Best time is event‑dependent - check the stadium's schedule for concerts, football matches and community events.
Weather & Climate near Cluj Arena
Cluj Arena's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (577 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -6° - 0° | -3° | 27 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -5° - 3° | -1° | 24 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| March | Acceptable | -1° - 9° | 3° | 25 mm | overcast | 77% | 1.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 4° - 15° | 9° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 1.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Good | 9° - 20° | 15° | 73 mm | overcast | 71% | 1.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 23° | 17° | 93 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 25° | 19° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 1.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Excellent | 13° - 25° | 19° | 61 mm | some cloud | 62% | 1.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Very Good | 9° - 20° | 15° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 1.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 4° - 15° | 9° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 1.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 7° | 3° | 31 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 2° | -1° | 35 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
How to Get to Cluj Arena
Cluj Arena is a short tram or bus ride from Cluj‑Napoca city center (approx 10-20 minutes) or a 20-30 minute walk, depending on starting point. Local taxis and ride‑sharing services also serve the stadium.
Tips for Visiting Cluj Arena
- Check the event schedule before visiting - Cluj Arena hosts football matches and concerts that affect public access.
- If attending a match, use public transport or prebook parking as matchday traffic can be heavy.
- The stadium is within walking distance of central Cluj‑Napoca and local trams/buses serve nearby stops.