| Capacity | 17,000 |
|---|---|
| City | Bayonne |
| Country | France |
| Opened | 1935 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Home teams | Bayonne |
| Competitions | Challenge Cup, Top 14 |
Stade Jean-Dauger holds 17,000 and is Aviron Bayonnais’ home in the Basque Country, at the mouth of the Adour.
Stade Jean-Dauger capacity
Capacity is 17,000. It is named after Jean Dauger, the Bayonne centre who played both codes and is regarded as the finest player the club produced.
Basque rugby
Bayonne and neighbouring Biarritz form the Basque rugby heartland, and the derby between them is among the fiercest in France.
Who plays here
Aviron Bayonnais play Top 14 rugby at the ground. The club were French champions in 1913, 1934 and 1943.
Last updated 23 August 2026
