Stade Chaban-Delmas
Stadium Historic Bordeaux stadium used for rugby and football
Bordeaux’s Stade Chaban‑Delmas features an art‑deco facade and long history of football and rugby fixtures. Visitors attend matches, concerts and explore surrounding Chartrons neighbourhoods for wine bars and riverside walks.
Stade Chaban-Delmas is a multi-purpose stadium in Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, named for politician Jacques Chaban-Delmas. It has served as a principal sports venue for the city through much of the 20th century.
The site comprises the main bowl of spectator seating and event facilities used for football and rugby fixtures as well as occasional cultural events. Visitors encounter an older-style stadium layout with a mix of covered and uncovered stands.
Constructed in the 20th century and later renamed for Jacques Chaban-Delmas, the stadium was the long-term home ground for the city’s major football club until newer venues were built. It has undergone renovations while retaining elements of its earlier design.
The stadium sits within the urban area of Bordeaux, close to residential districts and transport routes serving the city.
- Name origin: Named after long-serving French politician Jacques Chaban-Delmas, the venue is a historic multi-use stadium located within Bordeaux.
- Historic use: Historically hosted the city's main football and rugby matches before larger, more modern stadia opened for major events.
How to Get to Stade Chaban-Delmas #
The stadium is in Bordeaux and is reachable by tram and local buses; check city transit maps for the tram stop nearest Place des Girondins. Driving is possible but matchday parking is limited.
Tips for Visiting Stade Chaban-Delmas #
- Check event schedules-the stadium is often used for local sports and community events beyond football.
- The stadium has varied seating; for clearer sightlines choose seats closer to the central stands.
- Local tram and bus connections make matchday travel more convenient than driving.
Best Time to Visit Stade Chaban-Delmas #
Visit on event days for the most spirited atmosphere; otherwise hours vary with bookings and events.
Weather & Climate near Stade Chaban-Delmas #
Stade Chaban-Delmas's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (932 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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