History and description

The stadium, which seated 16,000 spectators and was also used for other events such as concerts and political speeches, quickly became known as the ‘Red Tower’ because of the colour of its brickwork. In 1924, Willem II moved their home ground to a new stadium in Tilburg called Tilburgsch Sportpark. The stadium had a capacity of 16,000 spectators and was used for various events such as concerts and political speeches. It quickly became known as the 'Red Tower' due to the color of its brickwork. The ground underwent a major redevelopment following World War 2, including the construction of three new stands. The stadium, which was then called Gemeentelijk Sportpark, reopened in 1948. The final new stand, the main stand, opened 9 years later in 1957. At that time, the stadium could hold 20,000 spectators.

During the 1980s, some repairs were made to the stadium, which by then had severely deteriorated. Therefore plans were made to completely rebuild the stadium.

Since its creation in 1993, the Tilburg football club has commenced construction of new stands three times. Despite initial budget overruns, the club eventually received financial support from the city of Tilburg to rebuild the main stand in 1995.

The new stadium was called Willem II Stadion and in 2009, ?Koning? was added to make it Koning Willem II Stadion.

How to get to Koning Willem II Stadion

The King Willem II Stadium is located in the south of Tilburg, about 2.5 kilometers from Tilburg's city center and slightly more from Tilburg's main railway station, which is located just north of the center. It is possible to walk to the stadium from the centre, about 30 minutes.

The bus 8 connects the main railway station and city centre with the stadium. Catch it towards Het Laar and get off at the stop Laarstraat. The journey takes about 10 minutes. Alternatively, catch bus 132 to Breda and bus 450 to Station Turnhout.

If arriving by car, the stadium is easily accessed from the A58 motorway. Take exit 11 Tilburg Centrum West. There is ample parking around the stadium, for example at Stappegoor sports centre.

Willem II Tickets

Willem II tickets can be bought online or at the ticket office at the stadium. Tickets can be bought at the stadium from 1.5 hours before the start of the match. Willem II typically does not sell out, except for the odd high profile match against the Netherlands? Big 3 or local rival NAC Breda. For these matches some sales restrictions may apply.

Photos of Willem II Stadium

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Useful Internet links

The official website of Willem II. Tilburg.nl provides tourism information about the city and its surroundings.