Stade Bauer
Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, France
About this place
History of the arena
Adidas Arena opened in 2024 as a new generation indoor venue for Paris. Built to provide a permanent modern home for professional indoor sports, it quickly became associated with top-level basketball and handball. The arena was designed to meet international standards and to support the development of indoor sports in the French capital.
Architecture and design
The arena features a compact rectangular bowl optimized for indoor sports. Seating tiers are steep and close to the playing surface, ensuring strong sightlines and proximity to the action. The exterior design reflects contemporary urban architecture, while the interior emphasizes flexibility between basketball and handball configurations.
Atmosphere and matchday experience
Basketball games at Adidas Arena deliver a fast-paced and energetic atmosphere, with crowd proximity amplifying noise and intensity. Handball matches offer a different rhythm, combining physical play with rapid transitions, supported by strong acoustics inside the enclosed arena. In both sports, the compact size enhances crowd engagement.
Location and accessibility
The arena is located in the Porte de la Chapelle area in northern Paris. It is easily accessible by metro, tram and bus services, with direct public transport connections from central Paris. The venue is integrated into a broader urban and sports development zone.
Origin of the arena name
The name Adidas Arena comes from a naming rights agreement with Adidas, the global sportswear brand. The commercial name reflects the arena’s modern positioning and international branding.
