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About Municipal Eng. Manuel Branco Teixeira

Welcome to the Municipal Eng. Manuel Branco Teixeira, the home of GD Chaves in Chaves, Portugal. With a current capacity of 8,400 seats (historic record approaching 8,480 after renovations), this venue has hosted Portugal’s youth teams and occasional senior friendlies. Notably, Cristiano Ronaldo debuted for Portugal here in 2003. The stadium sits at Avenida do Estádio Municipal, 5400-234 Chaves, and remains a central hub for football in the region.

We’ve got you covered for match day logistics—from seating options and parking to easy transit and nearby lodging and dining. Think of us as your straightforward connection to securing seats and planning the trip with reliable local details.

Distance to the Chaves train station is about 650 meters, making rail travel convenient for fans coming from nearby towns. The Formiguinha bus stop is the closest on-matchday option, with multiple public transit routes serving fans. For a comfortable stay, consider nearby hotels like Premium Chaves – Aquae Flaviae (Praça do Brasil 5400-123 Chaves), a well-regarded 4-star option suitable for teams and supporters alike. After the game, explore local dining and attractions to round out your visit. If you’re planning for group travel or a longer stay, we can help you secure seats and coordinate with partner hotels and restaurants for a smooth experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: Chaves, Portugal; venue primarily used for football and home stadium of GD Chaves (Liga Portugal 2).
  • Capacity: 8,400 seats (record attendance historically up to 8,480 after renovations; reports vary slightly by source).
  • Address: Avenida do Estádio Municipal, 5400-234 Chaves, Portugal.
  • Former name: Estádio Municipal de Chaves; current name honors Eng. Manuel Branco Teixeira.
  • Notable events: Portugal national youth teams and occasional senior friendlies; Cristiano Ronaldo debuted for Portugal at this stadium in 2003; record attendance noted at 25,000 for a 1985 match ( Benfica 0–1 Chaves ).
  • Transit: Near Chaves train station (roughly 650 m from the stadium); nearest bus stop Formiguinha (per Moovit); public transit options available for matchdays.
  • Nearby hotels: Premium Chaves – Aquae Flaviae (Praça do Brasil 5400-123 Chaves) is a nearby 4-star option suitable for teams and supporters.