History and description

Stadio Via Del Mare opened on September 11, 1966 with a friendly between Lecce and Spartak Moscow. The stadium replaced Lecce's old Stadio Carlo Pranzo. Originally, Stadio Via Del Mare could only hold 16,000 spectators. However, in 1976 it was increased to 4,500 places with the installation of a further 4,500 seats.

In 1985, Lecce promoted to Serie A. The stadium underwent a major redevelopment in which both curves and parts of the lateral stands got completely rebuilt, resulting in a capacity of 55,000 places.

The stadium met all requirements to host matches during the 1990 World Cup, but in the end it was decided to build a brand new stadium nearby in Bari.

Over the years, Stadio Via del Mare's capacity gradually decreased due to safety measures, first to about 40,000 and later to its present capacity.

How to get to Stadio Via del Mare

The Stadio Via Del Mare is located in the north-eastern edge of the small city of Lecce, 3 kilometres from the city centre and 4.5 kilometres from the train station. The stadium lies in the vicinity of Lecce's ring road (Tangenziale). Once exiting the highway, take exit 7a. The stadium will be signposted from this exit.

Address: Via del Mare, 73100 Lecce

Lecce Tickets

Tickets to Lecce games can be bought at one of the Vivaticket sales outlets or at the stadium on the day of the match. Lecce rarely sells out. Price ranges typically exist for tickets to seated events at the curves and main stand. They are typically priced at ?9.00 for a seat at one of the curves, and ?50.00 for a central seat at the main stand.

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Useful Internet links

The official website of US Lecce is Uslecce.it. This website provides information about tourism in the Puglia region.