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About Ernst Abbe Sportfeld

Welcome to your straightforward, friendly guide to Ernst Abbe Sportfeld in Jena. Also known as the ad hoc Arena im Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld since 2023, this football stadium blends a rich history with modern amenities. With a total capacity of 15,432 (about 9,572 seats and 5,860 standing, plus 800 VIP seats and 8 loges in certain configurations), the venue is designed for lively, accessible matchday experiences. The stadium sits within the Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld complex and features main stands connected to Süd- and Nordbereiche, with standing areas surrounding the bowl. Whether you’re coming for a league game, a friendly, or a special event, we’ve got you covered with clear seating information, parking details, transit options, and trusted hotel and dining recommendations to help you plan an easy trip to Jena.

Important note: The ad hoc Arena configuration removed the running track, focusing the experience on close-up sightlines for spectators. This page provides practical, up-to-date details to help you secure your seats with confidence.

Parking is available primarily at the adjacent Sportforum (P6) lot and is paid. Public transit serves the stadium area with tram lines 4, 5 and 35, plus multiple bus routes. Nearby hotels include Akademiehotel Jena and Best Western Hotel Jena, both convenient options for match days. For the latest schedules and availability, check the venue and partner sites. We’re here to help you find tickets quickly, compare nearby dining options, and plan a smooth trip to Jena’s Ernst Abbe Sportfeld.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current name: ad hoc Arena im Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld (sponsor naming, used since 2023).
  • Address: Roland-Ducke-Weg 1, 07745 Jena, Germany.
  • Capacity: 15,432 total (about 9,572 seats and 5,860 standing; 800 VIP seats and 8 loges per some sources).
  • Venue type: Football stadium within the Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld complex; no running track in the new ad hoc Arena configuration.
  • Seating/chart note: Main stands + connected Süd-/Nordbereiche; seating distributed across main and opposite stands with standing areas around the rest of the bowl.
  • Parking and transit: Parking primarily on the adjacent Sportforum (P6) lot; paid; tram lines 4, 5 and 35 service the stadium area; multiple bus routes also serve the venue.
  • Nearby hotels: Akademiehotel Jena (nearby; listings show proximity to the stadium) and Best Western Hotel Jena (nearby options).
  • Notable events: Opened in 1924 (original Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld); notable 1964 attendance record vs Atlético Madrid at 27,500; 2024 opening of the new ad hoc Arena with a friendly vs Sampdoria Genua on July 30, 2024.