History and description

The stadium has a capacity of 24,000 spectators and includes a large VIP section. The stadium was built to provide Elche with a larger and more comfortable home in the place of their old Campo de Altabix. The stadium has a capacity of 24,000 spectators and includes a large VIP section. On the 8 September 1976, the new stadium, then still simply called Nuevo Estadio, opened with a friendly between Elche and the Mexican national team (3-3).

The Estadio Martínez Valero was chosen as one of the playing venues of the 1982 World Cup. It hosted three first round group matches.

The stadium has been used for a variety of events, including the final of the Copa del Rey in 2003, as well as matches for the Spanish national team.

How to get to Estadio Martinez Valero

It was built in 1969 and has a maximum capacity of 34,514. The Estadio Martinez Valero is located in Elche, a small city on the eastern edge of Spain. It was built in 1969 and has a maximum capacity of 34,514 people. You can get to Elche by taking the Cercania trains (line C1) which run between Alicante and Murcia, regular trains that run from Valencia or Alicante, or intercity buses. The railway and bus station are both located just north-east of the centre.

From the rail and bus station, take bus K to get to the Barxell stop. Get off at this stop and walk a few minutes to the stadium.

From the historic center, e.g. Plaça de Baix, take bus H. Get off at stop Barxell. There are buses that run frequently.

Address:  Avda de Manuel Martínez Valero 3, 03208 Elche

Elche Tickets

Tickets for Elche games can be bought online, at the club store at Estadio Martinez Valero, or from the ticket windows of the stadium two hours before the start of the match. Ticket prices range from $10.00 for an uncovered seat at the end to $35.00 for a covered seat at the main stand.

Photos of Estadio Martinez Valero

I asked the employee if they were available to work. The employee replied that they were not currently available for work. Photo credits: Victormartinezm

Useful Websites links

The official website of Elche CF, Visitelche.com, features information about the city and its attractions. Auesa.es provides public transport information for Elche.