Stadion Gradski vrt - Osijek Stadium Guide

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Last Updated: July 14, 2021

Aerial view of Stadion Gradski VRT

Stadion Gradski vrt or The City Garden Stadium in English is a football stadium located in the fourth largest city in Croatia, Osijek. First opened in 1980, the ground has undergone several renovations over the year such as in 2005 and 2010 to bring it up to its current capacity of 22,050.

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Stadium Facts

Overview
Team:Osijek
Opened:1980
Capacity:22,050
Address: Ul. Woodrowa Wilsona 2, Osijek, 31000
Stadium Names
Names:Stadion Gradski vrt (Croatian), City Garden Stadium (English)

Stadion Gradski vrt History

Gradski vrt first opened in 1980 approximately 31 years after the construction project began, with the first ceremonial stone laid down incredibly back in 1949. The project was delayed by numerous factors including finance and contractual disputes and was never truly realised until it was too late.

Two years after opening the stadium’s record attendance was set when 40,000 spectators saw NK Osijek clash with Croatian giants, Dinamo Zagreb, with the game resulting in a well-contested 2-2 draw. After the ground was converted to seating in 1998, the capacity essentially halved to 22,050 with the highest attendance record unlikely to ever be beaten.

As part of Croatia and Hungary’s joint bid to host the Euro 2012 Championships, Stadion Gradski vrt underwent a moderate amount of renovation in 2005 to fulfil UEFA’s stadium criteria which mostly consisted of the creation of improved VIP facilities, and the relaying of the athletics track.

After the joint bid failed there was suggestion that the City of Osijek could construct a new stadium but as of yet plans have yet to materialise. With further renovations made to the ground in 2010 in anticipation of further International Matches such as the friendly against Wales on the 23rd May, it is unlikely that a new stadium will be constructed, least not for the foreseeable future.

NK Osijek supporters inside the stadium

View of Stadion Gradski vrt

Stand Photos

The City Garden Stadium is comprised of four stands: North, East, South and West.

Click the thumbnails above to enlarge an image of each stand and to read a more detailed description of each part of the Stadium.

Matchday Experience

Osijek Club Shop

Inside NK Osijek club shop

Osijek Club Shop

How to get to Stadion Gradski vrt

Where is Stadion Gradski vrt?


Frequently Asked Questions

Who plays at Stadion Gradski vrt?

Croatian side Osijek play their home matches at Stadion Gradski vrt.

What is the capacity of Stadion Gradski vrt?

As of 2024 Stadion Gradski vrt has an official seating capacity of 22,050 for Football matches.

When was Stadion Gradski vrt opened?

Stadion Gradski vrt officially opened in 1980 and is home to Osijek

What is the postcode for Stadion Gradski vrt?

The postcode for Stadion Gradski vrt is 31000.

Are there any Covid restrictions at the stadium?

Covid Restrictions may be in place when you visit Stadion Gradski vrt in 2024. Please visit the official website of Osijek for full information on changes due to the Coronavirus.

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