Mendizorrotza Stadium Stadium
Football stadium in Vitoria-Gasteiz, home to Alavés
Mendizorrotza Stadium in Vitoria‑Gasteiz hosts Deportivo Alavés matches and regional sports events; matchdays draw local fans, and visitors often combine games with pintxos in the nearby old town.
Mendizorrotza Stadium at a Glance#
Address: Mendizorrotza Stadium, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Álava, Basque Country, Spain
About Mendizorrotza Stadium#
Mendizorrotza Stadium is a multi-purpose football stadium in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Basque Country, Spain, and the long-standing home of Deportivo Alavés. The venue has hosted domestic league matches for the club since it first opened in 1924.
The bowl offers seated stands close to the pitch and a capacity of around 19,000 to 20,000 spectators, making it one of the smaller top-division venues when Alavés have played at higher levels. Facilities have been updated over time while the stadium retains its historic footprint and local significance.
The ground has seen multiple renovations across the 20th and 21st centuries to meet competition standards and improve spectator facilities. It is located within the city and is accessible by local transport on match days.
Situated inside Vitoria-Gasteiz, the stadium is part of the city’s sports infrastructure and lies within walking distance of urban neighbourhoods and public transport links.
- Home of Deportivo Alavés: Home ground of Deportivo Alavés, used for club football matches and local sporting events; the stadium’s opening year is 1924.
- Capacity range: Stadium capacity is in the region of roughly 19,000 to 20,000 spectators, giving it a compact, traditional-matchday atmosphere.
How to Get to Mendizorrotza Stadium#
The stadium is a short bus or taxi ride from Vitoria-Gasteiz city centre. Local transit and cycling routes serve Mendizorrotza on matchdays.
Tips for Visiting Mendizorrotza Stadium#
- Buy match tickets in advance for big fixtures; local derbies can sell out quickly.
- Arrive early to see the stadium warm-up and avoid queues at busy turnstiles.
- Use public transport: Vitoria-Gasteiz has a compact transit system and cycling infrastructure that works well for matchdays.
Best Time to Visit Mendizorrotza Stadium#
Visit on matchdays for the full atmosphere; non-match visits are best in spring or early autumn for decent weather.
Weather & Climate near Mendizorrotza Stadium#
Mendizorrotza Stadium's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (802 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 8° | 2° | 77 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 10° | 4° | 66 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.4h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 13° | 6° | 63 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 14° | 7° | 87 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 80 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.0 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.7 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Excellent | 12° - 25° | 19° | 42 mm | some cloud | 76% | 2.7 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.8h |
| August | Excellent | 13° - 25° | 19° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 11° - 23° | 17° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 6° | 89 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 79 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.0h |
