Estádio da Luz
The official name of the Estádio da Luz is the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica, also translated as the "Stadium of Light." Completed and opened in 2003 at a cost of 120 million euros, it is a professional football stadium in Lisbon, Portugal, and serves as the home ground of Primeira Liga powerhouse Benfica.
The Estádio da Luz is a UEFA Category 5 stadium capable of hosting 65,647 spectators, making it the 21st largest stadium in Europe by capacity. The stadium is primarily designed in the signature red color of its main benefactor, S.L. Benfica, resembling a ship sailing forward—a symbol of Portugal’s enduring legacy as a seafaring nation. The architects placed special emphasis on lighting and transparency in the stadium's design, with its polycarbonate roof allowing sunlight to illuminate the entire venue. The Estádio da Luz hosted matches during the UEFA Euro 2004 tournament, including the final, thrilling countless Portuguese football fans.
The Estádio da Luz is one of Spain’s most important football stadiums, and many more major football events will be held here in the future. It is sure to bring even more excitement to fans.
Estádio da Luz
Must-visit reason: One of Portugal’s largest stadiums
Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】
Country/region where the attraction is located: Portugal[Portugal]
Province/state where the attraction is located: Lisbon District [Lisbon District]
City where the attraction is located: Lisbon [Lisbon]
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