About this venue
Manuel Martínez Valero is a landmark stadium in Elche, built for big nights and big crowds with a clean, open-bowl design that keeps sightlines strong from every tier. Opened in 1976, it remains the home of Elche CF and welcomes up to 31,388 spectators, making it a venue that feels spacious yet intense when the stands fill up.
Inside, the experience is shaped by modern matchday infrastructure: a powerful PA system, large video displays, and refreshed seating that improves comfort across long events. Premium areas and hospitality zones add an extra layer for fans who want more than a seat, while media and production facilities make the stadium well-suited to high-profile fixtures and large-scale shows.
You’ll find it at 03208 Elche, Elche, Spain. On event days, follow the on-site signage towards the main façade and the clearly marked entry gates around the stadium’s outer ring; most visitors combine nearby parking with a short walk to the turnstiles. For broader guidance on getting around Elche beyond the venue itself, check the city section further down the page.
About the city: Elche
Elche, a city of palms and Mediterranean energy, stands out as an appealing destination for top-tier sports and music events. Here, the city’s relaxed rhythm naturally blends with the excitement of big nights, so visitors often plan their trip to enjoy both the event and the full local atmosphere. As a city that lives outdoors, Elche offers plenty of reasons to stay beyond the main program.
A major advantage is its practical connectivity: from Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport, it’s easy to reach the city, and rail links make getting around even smoother. Travelers frequently use Renfe Cercanías on the C-1 line, with stops at Elche-Parque (Elx-Parc) and Elche/Elx Carrús, while the Elche/Elx Alta Velocidad (Elx AV) station is available for faster connections. Within the city, navigating is straightforward thanks to Autobuses Urbanos de Elche (AUESA), and routes such as R11 and R10 are useful for practical transfers across the wider area, including the airport. Whether you arrive by train, plane, or car, reaching key arenas and stadiums feels logical and time-efficient.
When you take a breather before or after the event, Palmeral de Elche gives the city its signature identity, and a stroll through Parque Municipal and along the Río Vinalopó quickly brings back that holiday feeling. Fans of urban walks often visit the Basílica de Santa María, the calmer Huerto del Cura, and central spots like Plaza de Baix, where it’s easy to “absorb” the city through cafés, terraces, and street life.
For the full experience, it’s worth counting on a pleasant food scene and a wide range of accommodation options, from practical city hotels to quieter bases nearby. Visitors often appreciate how walkable and clear the center is, making it easy to round off the evening without rushing—an unhurried stroll, a good bite, and the feeling that everything is within reach.