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Discover Gelsenkirchen: The Blue Soul of UEFA EURO 2024

  • Population0.26 million
  • Foundedin 1840

Gelsenkirchen, a city of nearly 260,000 people, is synonymous with the 'beautiful game' and its beloved football club, FC Schalke 04, whose fervent supporters paint the town blue on match days. Affectionately known as 'The City of a Thousand Fires,' a nod to its industrial past and the coal mines that once fueled its economy, Gelsenkirchen has transformed itself into a vibrant cultural hub. Founded in 1840, this resilient city now boasts modern architecture, green spaces, and a lively atmosphere.

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The Veltins-Arena

The Veltins-Arena, also known as the home of FC Schalke 04, is a state-of-the-art stadium in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, with a retractable roof and a slide-out pitch. With a capacity of 54,740 for international matches, this multi-purpose venue is ready to host some of the most anticipated EURO 2024 games. Check out its location on the map below and explore the group stage games and a Round of 16 match scheduled to be played here.

The Veltins-Arena

Group Stage

SerbiaSRBSerbia6/16/247:00 PMEnglandEnglandENGSpainESPSpain6/20/247:00 PMItalyItalyITAGeorgiaGEOGeorgia6/26/247:00 PMPortugalPortugalPRT

Round of 16

EnglandENGEngland6/30/244:00 PMSlovakiaSlovakiaSVK

Fan Zones

  • Fan Zone Nordsternpark

    Join fellow football fans for the Public Viewing hosted at the amphitheatre in the south of Nordsternpark! Every match played at Arena AufSchalke and those featuring Germany will be broadcast live on a giant screen for thousands of fans. In between matches and the entertainment programme at the amphitheatre, take some time to admire the beautiful views over the Rhine-Herne Canal.

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