Espace Mayenne

Espace Mayenne is a contemporary multipurpose arena in Laval, distinguished by its flowing architecture, curved lines and large metallic envelope that visually merges the façade and roof into a single form. Covering approximately 15,000 m², the complex was designed for sporting competitions, concerts, shows, conferences and other major events, with its various modular spaces accommodating up to 7,000 visitors in total.

The main hall can be adapted to different stage, playing-area and seating configurations, allowing the venue to change according to the type of event. Tiered seating provides good sightlines, while modern production and acoustic infrastructure supports sports, music and stage performances. Spacious circulation areas make entry and movement through the venue straightforward, while additional services and food or beverage points may vary according to the event organiser.

The arena is located at 2 Rue Joséphine Baker, Laval, France. The main approach to the complex is from Rue Joséphine Baker, directly beside a public car park with 675 spaces, including accessible parking, while a city bus service stops at Espace Mayenne. For broader information about travelling around Laval and connections with other parts of the city, see the city guide below.

Laval, a city on the Mayenne River in the Pays de la Loire region, combines a historic centre with an active scene of sporting, cultural and entertainment events. For visitors arriving for a match, concert or another event, important venues include Espace Mayenne, a multipurpose complex for sports, concerts and major events, and Stade Francis-Le-Basser, the city’s main football venue. The city is compact enough for easy travel between the centre, accommodation, restaurants and event locations, making it simple to combine a visit with a shorter sightseeing tour.

The backbone of local transport is the TUL (Transports Urbains Lavallois) network, which connects the city’s neighbourhoods, the centre and key points across the metropolitan area, with additional services such as the NOCTUL evening transport service and TULIB on-demand transport. The main railway hub is Gare de Laval on Place de la Gare, with TGV and regional connections to major French cities and the western part of the country; the station itself is connected to the city bus network. For air travel, the most practical international and regional options are Aéroport Rennes Bretagne and Aéroport Nantes Atlantique, while Aéroport de Laval et de la Mayenne serves local and business aviation. This combination of rail, bus and road connections makes it easier to reach arenas and stadiums without having to stay far from the city centre.

Before or after an event, Laval offers enough attractions for several hours of sightseeing. Vieux-Château de Laval and Pont Vieux create one of the most recognisable views of the historic centre, while a walk along the Mayenne River connects quieter riverbanks with the city’s streets and squares. In the old town, it is worth passing Porte Beucheresse, the Notre-Dame de la Trinité cathedral and the remains of the city walls, while cafés and restaurants in the centre provide a convenient way to end the visit at a relaxed pace. Laval therefore offers a good combination of events, straightforward logistics and historic atmosphere, making it a suitable destination for a trip organised around a ticket for a sporting or cultural event.