Stockhorn Arena in Thun, Switzerland, has hosted several notable football matches since its opening in 2011. As the home ground of FC Thun, it has seen key Swiss Super League clashes, including local derbies and dramatic relegation battles. The artificial turf will be temporarily overlaid with natural grass during UEFA Women’s Euro 2025.
Thun is a picturesque, lakeside town in the Bernese Oberland region of Switzerland offering stunning natural scenery. Surrounded by the Alps, it is known for its charming medieval Old Town, crowned by the 12th-century turreted Thun Castle with sweeping views of the Alps., The town blends historical architecture with modern amenities and has a lively cultural scene, with regular markets, festivals, and open-air events. Alps.
Capacity: 10,000
Address: Weststrasse 12, 3604 Thun, Switzerland
W Euros 2025 Matches:
- Wed 2 Jul, 18:00– Iceland vs Finland (Group A)
- Mon 7 Jul, 18:00– Spain vs Belgium (Group B)
- Thu 10 Jul, 21:00– Norway vs Iceland (Group A)
A highlight in the stadium’s history was FC Thun’s UEFA Europa League campaign in the 2013–14 season, when the team faced strong European clubs like Partizan Belgrade and Rapid Wien in group-stage fixtures. These matches brought international attention to the stadium and marked a high point in the club’s competitive history. While not a regular venue for international fixtures, Stockhorn Arena remains an important regional football ground in Switzerland.
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