| Capacity | 81,338 |
|---|---|
| City | Saint-Denis |
| Country | France |
| Opened | 1998 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Home teams | France |
| Competitions | Autumn Internationals, Six Nations, Top 14 |
Stade de France holds 81,338 and is France’s national stadium, in Saint-Denis just north of Paris. It was built for the 1998 football World Cup and has been the home of French rugby since.
Stade de France capacity
Capacity is 81,338, making it the largest stadium in France and the second-largest rugby venue in Europe behind Twickenham.
Rugby World Cup finals
It has staged two Rugby World Cup finals. England beat Australia here in 1999, and South Africa beat New Zealand 12-11 in 2023.
Who plays at Stade de France
France play home Six Nations and autumn Tests here. Top 14 clubs occasionally move showpiece fixtures to the ground, and it hosts the Top 14 final most seasons.
Last updated 23 August 2026
