Estadio de la Cerámica
Stadium Villarreal CF's stadium with distinctive yellow façade
Villarreal’s yellow-clad Estadio de la Cerámica hosts LaLiga football and home-fan rituals; spectators attend for tight stadium atmosphere and club tours in this provincial town.
Estadio de la Cerámica is the football stadium in Villarreal, in Spain’s Valencian Community, and is the long-standing home of Villarreal CF. The ground dates back to the early 20th century and was modernised in the 2000s to meet top-tier and European competition standards.
The stadium seats around 23,000 spectators and presents a compact, close-to-the-pitch layout favoured by home supporters. Matchdays feature club facilities, stands with covered seating, and hospitality areas suitable for domestic and UEFA fixtures.
Originally opened in the early 1920s as El Madrigal, the venue has been rebuilt and expanded several times to improve capacity, sightlines, and services. The 21st-century renovations brought it into line with modern safety and broadcast requirements.
Located in the town of Villarreal (Vila-real) in the province of Castellón, the stadium lies within the urban area and is a short distance from the town centre. It is accessible by local roads and public transport from nearby cities including Castellón and Valencia.
- Resident club: Home ground of Villarreal CF, hosting top-flight Spanish football and European ties during the club's recent history.
- Stadium name and upgrades: Underwent major renovations in the 2000s and was renamed from El Madrigal to Estadio de la Cerámica in 2017 as part of a sponsorship agreement.
How to Get to Estadio de la Cerámica #
Estadio de la Cerámica is in Villarreal (Vila‑real) in the province of Castellón. From Valencia the drive is about 50-65 km north (roughly 40-60 minutes) using the AP‑7 / A‑7 coastal motorway or the N‑340; from Castellón it’s a shorter drive. Villarreal has a RENFE regional train station; the station is within walking distance of the stadium (about 1-2 km, roughly a 15-25 minute walk) or a short taxi ride.
Tips for Visiting Estadio de la Cerámica #
- Arrive via the Vila‑real train station and walk to the stadium (about a 10-20 minute stroll) on matchdays to avoid congested local parking; trains are frequent from Castellón and larger regional centers.
- Buy match tickets in advance, especially for high-profile La Liga or European fixtures, and get to the stadium early to experience the pre‑match atmosphere in the bars and fan zones around town.
- If you're interested in the club's history, book the official stadium tour and museum visit ahead of time-these sell out on popular match weekends and on days when the team plays in European competition.
Best Time to Visit Estadio de la Cerámica #
Visit Estadio de la Cerámica during the football season (autumn-spring) to experience matches and the liveliest atmosphere.
Weather & Climate near Estadio de la Cerámica #
Estadio de la Cerámica's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 14 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 72 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.