Stade de la Licorne Stadium
Football stadium in Amiens hosting Amiens SC matches
A modern football stadium in Amiens, Stade de la Licorne hosts Amiens SC home matches and occasional concerts; visitors encounter contemporary stadium design and local matchday culture in Hauts‑de‑France.
Stade de la Licorne at a Glance#
Website: http://www.stadedelalicorne.fr/
About Stade de la Licorne#
Stade de la Licorne is a modern football stadium in Amiens, northern France, used primarily for league football matches and events. The stadium opened at the turn of the 21st century and features a distinctive shell-like, translucent roof covering the spectator areas.
The venue hosts the home matches of Amiens SC and includes seating for roughly 12,000 spectators, corporate areas and media facilities typical of professional football stadia. The design emphasises spectator sightlines and cover while maintaining a compact footprint.
Constructed to provide a modern home for the local professional club, the stadium replaced older local facilities and has been used for domestic football league fixtures and occasional concerts. It is maintained as a municipal sports venue.
Located on the eastern side of Amiens in the Hauts-de-France region, the stadium is a short drive from the city centre and accessible by local roads.
- Capacity and roof: Seating capacity is about 12,000, and the stadium is known for its translucent roof structure that covers the stands.
- Home team and location: Home ground of Amiens SC and located on Amiens’ eastern approach, a short drive from the city centre.
How to Get to Stade de la Licorne#
The stadium is located just outside central Amiens. Local buses and tram connections serve the site; driving from central Amiens takes roughly 10-15 minutes depending on traffic. There is limited on-site parking for events.
Tips for Visiting Stade de la Licorne#
- Arrive before kick-off to watch local fans and see the stadium's modern, flowing rooflines up close.
- Check the Amiens SC match schedule; many events beyond football - concerts and local gatherings - use the venue.
- Take the tram or bus from central Amiens to avoid limited parking near the stadium.
Best Time to Visit Stade de la Licorne#
Best visited on match days for atmosphere; summer can be quieter aside from special events.
Weather & Climate near Stade de la Licorne#
Stade de la Licorne's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (657 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 6° | 0° | 52 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 7° | 1° | 44 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 47 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 5° - 13° | 7° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 56 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.2h |
| June | Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 63 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| July | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.6h |
| August | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.2h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 11° | 60 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 61 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 2° | 64 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.0h |
