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Ullevi Stadium

Venue Text Ullevi
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NUMBER TWO:ULLEVI STADIUM

Ullevi Stadium has a great history of hosting numerous iconic sporting moments and international championships. It has been witness to breathtaking victories, heart-stopping clashes and the emergence of new legends. Ullevi is a multi-purpose stadium in the city center of Gothenburg. Originally built to host the 1958 FIFA World Cup, the stadium also opened its doors to host the 1995 World Athletics Championships and the 2006 European Athletics Championships. The name Ullevi roughly means “Ull’s kingdom or temple” and relates to Ull, the god of games in old norse mythology.

Simply enjoy the oppurtunity to experience the rise of a legend and the coliseum of dreams.

STADIUM DETAILS

  • Opening Year: 1958
  • Capacity: 43.000
  • WA Certified: ✓

COMPETITION FACILITIES

  • 9-lane 400m track
  • 2 High Jump beds
  • 1 Pole Vault beds
  • 2 Long Jump/Triple Jump pits
  • 1 Shot Put area
  • 1 Cage for rotating throws
  • 1 Javelin run up

SERVICE FACILITIES

  • Bag Drop
  • Coffe Shop ✓
  • Dressing Rooms ✓
  • Food Court ✓
  • Implements Control Room
  • Information Center ✓
  • Media Center ✓
  • Media Stand ✓
  • Medical Service ✓
  • Night Lighting System ✓
  • Technical Information Center
  • Toilets ✓
  • VIP Service
  • Volunteers Service Center ✓
  • Water Stations ✓