Stade du Moustoir

Stade du Moustoir is an enjoyable away day experience in Ligue 1, with the ground located in the centre of Lorient which allows visiting supporters to explore the town before and after the game.

Away fans typically sit in a corner in the North stand, which is separated from the main stand by a steel fence.

The atmosphere inside the stadium can be electric and vibrant, particularly during games against their local rivals.

It is recommended that away fans embrace the local culture, with Lorient boasting several delicacies that should be tried. Lorient is a fishing town and is known for its fresh seafood as a result, while the famous Breton crepes are a must-have.

• Hymne officiel du FC Lorient
• Merveilleux Lorient
• Allez Lorientais

The main stand is perhaps the best place to sit for a good view of the game, particularly in the central sections, while the best atmosphere is in the South stand where the ultras typically sit.

Stade du Moustoir seating plan

There are plenty of pubs and bars near the stadium, including the Shamrock Irish Pub, Le Barometre, Le Benbow and Bar Le Parisien.

With the ground located in the town centre, those pubs and bars are around a 15-minute walk away and make for a very convenient option for a pre-match drink.

There are also plenty of nearby restaurants where fans can grab a pre-match bite to eat.

Restaurant Karantez is one of the most popular options, which was opened by chef Jonathan Reine in 2019 after he returned to his hometown following spells working under high-quality chefs like Olivier Bellin, Michel Roth and Eric Frechon. The restaurant offers authentic local cuisine and is less than 20-minutes walk away from the ground.

Just 10-minutes walk from the ground are Le Jardin des Cures and Le Clos Margaux which also offer authentic local cuisine, while Le Carre is another excellent option known for its burgers and charcuterie boards.

There are also food and drink options at the stadium, including Chez Mo, Le Palais Sucre, Uncle Breizh and Les Delices de Lolo which offer sweet and savoury. On matchdays, local Breton beers are available from Tavern Lancelot and Tavarn de Keroman provides beers from around the world.

Travelling to Stade du Moustoir is not much of a challenge due to the ground’s central location.

By bus

There are a number of bus stops near the stadium which serve the T1B, T2, T3, T4, T4B and T5 routes so there are plenty of options.

By train

There are direct trains from major French cities such as Paris and Rennes, with the ground a 15-minute walk away from the main Lorient Bretagne Sud train station.

By car

The E60 motorway, which runs from the French city of Brest to Irkeshtam in Kyrgyzstan and traverses through more than 10 different countries, is the best way to drive to Lorient. You simply need to take exit 43 towards the town and follow signs for the stadium.

The four main entrances are at ground level and accessible routes are available throughout the concourses.

When purchasing tickets, fans are encouraged to email the club with details of their disability as they may be able to get another ticket for someone accompanying them at a discounted rate.

There are parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities near the stadium and there is a dedicated priority entry queue for disabled supporters at Gate A2.

The club also has dedicated staff to help disabled supporters and will deliver food and drink to your seat if needed.

Tickets to see Lorient games can be purchased online, at the stadium’s dedicated ticket booths or the official club shop. Lorient do not always sell out their home matches which means it is often possible to buy tickets on the day of the match, although it is best to purchase in advance to avoid disappointment.

Price-wise, tickets tend to range from €20 to €60 but those could increase when the bigger clubs are in town or for a clash against their local rivals.

Stade du Moustoir currently has a capacity of approximately 18,110 following the construction of the new South stand, which was opened in 2010.

Stade du Moustoir by stand:

Stadium tours are available at Stade du Moustoir, with the club offering guided tours at select times.

Tickets are available for €14 for adults and €8 for under-16s, with fans due to meet for the tour at Gate E at around 10:15.

Stade du Moustoir has been Lorient’s home since 1959, with the ground’s initial capacity around 6,000. However, things changed after the club was promoted to Ligue 1 for the first time in their history in 1998.

In order to meet the standards required of a top-flight stadium, major renovation work was carried out. Further redevelopment took place in 2009 with the construction of a new South Stand, while Lorient became the first Ligue 1 club with an artificial playing surface when one was installed in 2010.

However, in 2017 a hybrid grass surface was installed and all the seats in the North and West stands were replaced as part of a major refurbishment project.

The stadium sits in the heart of Lorient and also hosts the Grand Show of the Festival Interceltique de Lorient every year, which is one of the biggest festivals in France.

There was a tragic incident at the stadium in 2020 following a match between Lorient and Stade Rennais where a groundsman was killed after a lighting ramp fell on him.

Record attendance:

Average attendances:

The Derby Breton is any match between two clubs based in the Brittany province, with Stade Rennais and FC Nantes widely viewed as the two biggest clubs.

However, Nantes were relegated to Ligue 2 in 2026 which leaves Lorient as one of just three clubs from Brittany in Ligue 1.

Stade Rennais

Lorient have an impressive recent record against Stade Rennais, winning their last six meetings after winning just one in 13 between 2014 and 2022.

Stade Brestois 29

Stade Brestois 29 have are unbeaten against Lorient in their last four meetings, but Lorient have the edge historically with 18 wins from 42 matches.