Bouaké Stadium

A gem of Ivorian football

Bouaké Stadium - Côte d'Ivoire

If there is one sport that has made Côte d’Ivoire, and often the whole of Africa, proud, it is football, and the nation has enjoyed the sport for decades.

The Bouaké stadium, also known as the Stade de la Paix, embodies the nation’s love and passion for the sport.

Its design has been carefully studied to make it one of the proudest achievements of the African country of Côte d’Ivoire.

Immense and aesthetically pleasing, Bouaké’s grand stadium can also host all kinds of cultural events, making it particularly worthwhile staying nearby during your visit to the country.

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Everything you need to know about Bouake Stadium

A WHOLE HISTORY

The design of Bouaké’s Stadium was carefully devised in Côte d’Ivoire’s second largest city after Abidjan.

It was inaugurated in 1984, and since then has hosted a succession of national and international cultural and sporting events.

At the time, it was purpose-built to host the African Cup of Nations football tournament, and has been maintained and renovated on numerous occasions to ensure it always meets international standards.
Today, it is an iconic landmark for the city of Bouaké.

WHAT IS ITS CULTURAL VALUE?

The Stade de la Paix plays a major role in preserving and promoting the great Côte d’Ivoire reverence for sport, especially football.

The stadium has been designed to host a large number of matches, with the Côte d’Ivoire national team competing on multiple occasions against other countries in the African Cup of Nations and international youth tournaments.

A lot of time was spent on its design, and the turf that covers the pitch is natural.
It also includes 8-lane athletics track to promote sport for Côte d’Ivoire’s younger generation.

WHY SHOULD YOU STAY NEAR NOUAKE STADIUM?

Experience the vibrant hustle and bustle of Bouaké and the whole of Côte d’Ivoire by staying in a hotel close to the Stadium.

By choosing the right length and timing of your stay, you stand a good chance of attending key matches involving Côte d’Ivoire’s top football teams, as well as major artistic and cultural events that will give you an insider insight into Côte d’Ivoire’s culture and pride in sports.

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Enjoy the livelier side of Côte d’Ivoire by staying near the Stadium

If you like an exciting stay discovering new things, staying near Bouaké Stadium is ideal for you. You’ll be staying in the heart of the action, with easy access to sporting events and the city’s beating heart. This lively area is a great place to enjoy local activities, while remaining within easy reach of the main attractions. Staying near the stadium means you’ll be immersed in the midst of the action here in Bouaké.

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The Seen Ranhotel in Bouaké is a four-star establishment located in the heart of the city. Renovated in 2023, it is a charming, modern hotel with an elegant setting. Its...

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