Stade Josy Barthel
Stadium Luxembourg's national stadium formerly hosting athletics and football
Named for Olympic champion Josy Barthel, the stadium in Luxembourg City hosts football, athletics and occasional concerts; fans attend national team matches and local sporting events.
Stade Josy Barthel is a multi-purpose stadium in Luxembourg City that functioned for many years as the national stadium for football and athletics. The venue is named after Josy Barthel, Luxembourg’s 1952 Olympic 1500-metre gold medallist.
The stadium includes an athletics track and spectator stands and hosted domestic and international sporting events, including national football matches and athletics meets. Its capacity is modest compared with large international arenas and it has been complemented in recent years by newer stadium infrastructure elsewhere in the country.
Located in the Rollingergrund district of Luxembourg City, the stadium is accessible from the city centre and nearby residential areas.
- Name and use: Named after Luxembourg's only Olympic gold medalist, Josy Barthel, the stadium served as the national stadium for football and athletics for decades and has a modest capacity of several thousand spectators.
How to Get to Stade Josy Barthel #
Located on the western edge of Luxembourg City near Route d’Esch. Reachable by bus from the city centre (several municipal lines); by car follow signs for ‘Stade’ and park at nearby lots. On match days use designated transit and shuttle services.
Tips for Visiting Stade Josy Barthel #
- Check the fixture list before visiting - the stadium's accessibility depends on events and renovations.
- If exploring the sports history of Luxembourg, visit the small displays and plaques around the complex.
- Photograph the façade in early evening light when long shadows emphasize the 20th-century concrete geometry.
Best Time to Visit Stade Josy Barthel #
Best visited on match days for atmosphere; otherwise access can be limited.
Weather & Climate near Stade Josy Barthel #
Stade Josy Barthel's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (858 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 92 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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