Groupama Arena Stadium
Budapest football stadium hosting Ferencváros matches
Groupama Arena hosts Ferencváros football matches and large concerts in Budapest's XIII district; visitors come for matchday atmosphere, sporting events and occasional stadium performances.
Groupama Arena at a Glance#
About Groupama Arena#
Groupama Arena is a modern football stadium in Budapest that serves as the home ground of Ferencvárosi Torna Club and opened in 2014 after the previous stadium on the site was replaced.
The venue features a single continuous bowl around a natural grass playing surface, covered spectator stands and enclosed hospitality and corporate areas. It meets UEFA requirements for international club and national team matches and is used for both domestic league fixtures and occasional international games.
Constructed to replace an older facility, the current stadium was financed and named under a commercial sponsorship arrangement and has been used by Ferencváros since its opening in 2014.
Situated in the Ferencváros district of Budapest, the arena is within the urban area of Hungary’s capital and is accessible by local public transport from central Budapest.
- Capacity: Seating capacity is approximately 23,700, making it one of Budapest’s medium-sized modern football stadiums and suitable for international fixtures.
What to See#
- Main pitch and stands: The stadium bowl and playing pitch designed for football matches and club events, meeting contemporary UEFA standards for professional fixtures.
- Hospitality and club facilities: Hospitality areas and VIP suites used on match days and for corporate events; the arena also serves as the home ground for Ferencvárosi TC (Ferencváros).
Tips for Visiting Groupama Arena#
- Buy match or event tickets in advance from the club's official site to avoid queues and guarantee seating-Groupama Arena is the home ground of Ferencvárosi TC and popular matches sell out.
- Arrive 45-60 minutes before kick-off to experience the pre-match fan atmosphere and avoid the busiest entry times; public transport is the easiest way to reach the arena on match days.
- If you prefer a quieter visit, check the club's site for stadium tour dates or non-match events; tours provide access to the museum/behind-the-scenes areas that many attendees miss on game days.
Best Time to Visit Groupama Arena#
If you want the live-match atmosphere, visit during the football season (roughly August-May); for quieter visits, go in summer.
Weather & Climate near Groupama Arena#
Groupama Arena's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (531 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3° - 3° | -3° | 33 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 6° | -1° | 28 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| March | Good | 2° - 11° | 5° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Very Good | 15° - 26° | 20° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.6 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Excellent | 16° - 28° | 22° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 2.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Excellent | 16° - 27° | 22° | 50 mm | some cloud | 59% | 2.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 2.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 8° | 3° | 51 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 4° | -1° | 41 mm | overcast | 91% | 2.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |