Stade de l'Aube

Away supporters are housed in a dedicated, fully segregated section of the Seine stand, behind one of the goals.

The visitors’ section can accommodate up to 928 supporters, split between 502 places in the upper section and 426 in the lower section.

The entire section is covered, meaning away fans are protected from the elements, and the compact design of the ground gives supporters a decent view of the pitch. There is also a dedicated capo platform, allowing organised travelling support to coordinate chants and displays.

Away fans enter through clearly signposted entrances on the Seine side of the stadium. Turnstiles generally open around 90 minutes before kick-off.

Tickets for the away end are usually sold through the visiting club. A limited matchday ticket office may occasionally operate for visiting supporters, but away fans should not travel without confirming ticket availability beforehand.

Behind the away section is a covered concourse containing toilets and a refreshment kiosk accepting cash and card payments.

One important point for disabled away supporters is that the dedicated visitors’ section itself does not have wheelchair spaces. Accessible supporters are accommodated elsewhere in the stadium.

June 2024 – Troyes announce new away section plans

As Stade de l’Aube celebrated its centenary, plans were announced to improve the facilities available to visiting supporters.

The changes focused on improving the organisation and security of the away section while also looking at the provision of accessible seating elsewhere in the ground.

The stadium has continued to undergo smaller upgrades in recent years as Troyes move between the top two divisions of French football.

Other developments have included improvements to the playing surface, lighting, supporter facilities and matchday infrastructure.

Troyes’ most vocal supporters are traditionally found in the lower section of the Champagne stand.

Supporters’ groups, including Magic Troyes 1997 and Tricasse Crew, have helped drive the atmosphere behind the goal.

The Champagne stand is the place to be for supporters looking for the loudest experience, while visiting fans in the opposite Seine stand can usually expect plenty of back-and-forth noise across the pitch.

Stade de l’Aube is a compact ground, and there are relatively few bad views.

Tribune Honneur

The best all-round views are in the Tribune Honneur, particularly from the upper central blocks.

From here, supporters get an elevated and panoramic view of the entire pitch, making it the best area for following the tactical side of the game.

These are among the most desirable seats for season-ticket holders and can be harder to obtain during successful seasons.

Tribune Vitoux

Located opposite the main stand, Tribune Vitoux also offers excellent central views.

It has a slightly more traditional football feel than the premium areas of Honneur while still offering a strong perspective of the entire pitch.

Tribune Champagne

The Champagne stand is behind one of the goals and is home to Troyes’ most vocal supporters.

If atmosphere matters more to you than having the perfect tactical view, this is the best part of the stadium.

Tribune Seine

The Seine stand is behind the opposite goal and contains the dedicated away section.

The view is perfectly adequate, but this area is more about the away-day atmosphere than getting the best perspective of the game.

Most visiting supporters are better off drinking in central Troyes before walking or taking public transport to the stadium.

Some options might include:

• Le Pub Troyes – A central bar and a useful option for supporters looking to watch live sport before or after the match.
• Le Bar des Halles – A more traditional drinking spot close to Troyes’ historic centre.
• Place Jean Jaures – The streets around Place Jean Jaures offer several bars and brasseries suitable for larger groups. Troyes is compact enough that supporters can enjoy the old town before heading towards the stadium.

Refreshment kiosks are located around the stadium, including in the Honneur, Vitoux, Champagne and Seine stands.

Typical matchday options include:

• Grilled sausages
• Burgers
• Hot dogs
• Paninis
• Crisps and snacks
• Sweets and pastries
• Beer
• Soft drinks
• Water
• Coffee

The away section has its own refreshment facilities on the covered concourse.

Queues can build shortly before kick-off and at half-time, so it is worth arriving early if you want food inside the ground.

As with the drinking choices, most visiting supporters are better off eating in central Troyes before walking or taking public transport to the stadium.

Some options might include:

• Le Bois du Bon Sejour – Located in nearby Pont-Sainte-Marie, this is one of the better options for supporters looking for a proper sit-down meal before the game. It specialises in French cuisine and is better suited to supporters making a full day or weekend of their trip.
• Cafeteria La Fontaine Troyes – A more affordable option close to the stadium, with cafeteria-style meals and quicker service.
• Grill House – Located on Avenue du Premier Mai, this is a casual option for supporters looking for a filling meal without spending too much.
• O des Lys – A well-regarded French restaurant in central Troyes.
• Le Moine Gourmand – A popular local bistro serving French food in the city centre.

By Car

Stade de l’Aube is located on Avenue Robert Schumann.

Supporters approaching Troyes from the A5 or A26 should follow signs towards the city before joining the local ring-road network and following signs for Stade de l’Aube.

For larger fixtures, traffic can build around Avenue Robert Schumann, so arriving early is recommended.

Stade de l’Aube parking

Official stadium parking areas are accessed from Avenue Robert Schumann.

Parking areas are divided between:

• General supporters
• VIP and hospitality guests
• Club officials
• Visiting supporters

Accessible parking spaces are available by prior arrangement and subject to availability.

For larger matches, supporters should arrive early, as street parking close to the ground can fill quickly.

By Train

Troyes railway station is served by regional and Intercities services, including connections from Paris.

From the station, supporters can either:

• Take a local bus
• Use a taxi
• Walk to the stadium in approximately 25–30 minutes

The walk takes you from the city centre towards the eastern side of Troyes.

By Bus

Local TCAT services provide one of the easiest ways to reach the ground.

Bus lines serving the stadium area include:

• Line 1
• Line 7

Supporters should get off at Europe, which is a short walk from Stade de l’Aube.

Services can become busy immediately before and after matches.

The stadium’s full capacity is around 20,400 seats, although operational capacity can vary depending on competition and match configuration.

The stadium consists of four main sections:

• Tribune Honneur
• Tribune Vitoux
• Tribune Champagne
• Tribune Seine

The away section in the Seine stand holds 928 supporters, split between:

• 502 upper places
• 426 lower places

There is no regularly advertised public stadium tour programme at Stade de l’Aube.

Supporters interested in visiting behind the scenes should contact ESTAC directly to ask about:

• Group visits
• School visits
• Supporters’ events
• Special open days

When access is available, areas may include the stands, pitchside areas and other behind-the-scenes sections of the stadium.

Troyes is one of the most attractive historic cities in the region and is well worth exploring before or after a match.

Those looking to make a week or weekend of it should consider visiting:

• Troyes Old Town – The medieval centre is famous for its narrow streets and colourful timber-framed buildings. The historic centre is compact and full of cafes, bars and restaurants.
• Troyes Cathedral – One of the city’s most impressive buildings and an obvious stop for anyone interested in history or architecture.
• Champagne region – Troyes is well placed for exploring the wider Champagne region, with vineyards, cellars and tasting experiences available outside the city.

Stade de l’Aube’s origins trace back to a smaller ground in Troyes’ Vouldy district. Seeking a better site, industrialist Marcel Vitoux secured nearly 80,000 square metres near the Seine and led a major fundraising effort, allowing the new stadium to open in 1924.

After a 1930 merger created ASTS, the club took control of the venue, turning professional in 1935 and hosting its first pro match that August. During the Second World War, the stadium played a role in Resistance supply activity through ASTS secretary Michel Freud.

Post‑war, Stade de l’Aube became a multi‑sport venue, adding the 5,000‑capacity Marathon stand in the early 1950s and hosting athletics, cycling, motoball, horse shows and even a 1954 Tour de France stop. Financial issues forced ASTS to sell the ground to the City of Troyes in 1961, prompting new stands, floodlights and capacity expansions through the 1960s and 70s, including a record 17,240 crowd in 1976.

Major redevelopment began in the late 1990s with the Champagne stand (1998) and the replacement of the Marathon stand by the Marcel Vitoux stand (1999). Further modernisation between 2002 and 2004 connected new structures, culminating in an official inauguration in 2005. Stade de l’Aube marked its 100th anniversary in 2024.

2024: Away section and accessibility plans

The club announced plans to improve the organisation of the visitors’ section and accessible seating arrangements.

2020: Pitch and lighting improvements

Work was carried out on the playing surface and stadium lighting.

2002–2004: Final major reconstruction phase

Older sections were replaced and the modern enclosed stadium layout began to take its current form.

Troyes do not have one single rivalry that dominates the club’s calendar, but several regional fixtures carry additional importance.

• Auxerre – Matches against Auxerre are among the most significant regional fixtures for Troyes. Geography and regular meetings across the top two divisions have helped develop the rivalry.
• Reims – Games against Reims bring additional regional pride, particularly given both clubs’ connections to the wider Champagne area.
• Dijon – Meetings with Dijon have also developed an edge through geography and regular league competition.

The stadium’s attendance history reflects the changing size and configuration of the ground.

Notable crowds include:

• 18 August 1935: ASTS 3-1 Nancy – 3,000
• 15 April 1954: ASTS 2-1 Racing Paris – 14,017
• 11 November 1960: ASTS 1-4 Racing Paris – 14,397
• 24 September 1974: TAF 2-0 Reims – 17,067
• 7 September 1976: TAF 0-0 Saint-Étienne – 17,240
• 5 August 1999: ATAC 1-2 Lyon – 13,043
• 1 November 2001: ESTAC 3-2 Leeds United – 15,079
• 15 April 2006: ESTAC 3-0 Ajaccio – 18,825
• 18 May 2012: ESTAC 2-0 Amiens – 20,346
• 14 May 2013: ESTAC 1-2 Bordeaux – 18,456
• 3 March 2018: ESTAC 0-2 PSG – 20,006
• 7 May 2023: ESTAC 1-3 PSG – 18,890

Average attendance

2025–26: 7,969

The club’s highest modern seasonal average came during the 2005–06 campaign, when Troyes averaged approximately 14,210 supporters.

PMR and PSH access

ESTAC provides dedicated facilities for supporters with reduced mobility and disabled supporters.

Accessible parking spaces are located close to stadium entrances and should be booked in advance.

Availability is limited, so supporters are advised to contact the club before travelling.

Accessible seating

The stadium provides:

• 33 wheelchair spaces
• 27 companion seats

These are located in the Vitoux and Honneur stands.

Facilities include:

• Adapted access routes
• Accessible toilets
• Dedicated refreshment facilities
• Companion seating

Accessible tickets can be requested through the club’s dedicated form or by contacting ESTAC.

The standard away section does not contain wheelchair spaces, meaning disabled visiting supporters are accommodated in designated accessible areas elsewhere in the stadium.

ESTAC ticket prices vary depending on the opposition and seating area.

For the 2026–27 season, standard public match tickets are priced between:

• General admission: €15–€50 per match, depending on stand and fixture
• Under-25s: Reduced ticketing and season-ticket rates are available in selected sections
• Under-14s: Reduced rates are available depending on the stand and ticket product
• Disabled supporters: Dedicated reduced pricing is available through the club’s accessibility ticketing process
• Hospitality: Prices vary by lounge, package and opponent and should be requested through the club’s business and hospitality service

The cheapest areas are generally found behind the goals, while central seats in the Honneur and Vitoux stands are more expensive.

Tickets can be purchased through the club’s official online ticket office or, when available, from the stadium ticket windows.

For high-demand fixtures, supporters should buy in advance.

Troyes programme price

ESTAC’s matchday publication availability and pricing can vary by fixture. Check at the stadium or with the club before the match for the current programme or match publication offering.

The main organised displays at Stade de l’Aube come from supporters in the Champagne stand.

For major fixtures, Troyes fans have produced:

• Large banners
• Flag displays
• Card mosaics
• Anniversary tributes
• Displays celebrating the city and Champagne region

The club’s supporters do not produce enormous tifos at the same frequency as some of France’s largest ultra groups, but the compact stand can still look impressive when completely covered by flags or banners.

Derbies, promotion celebrations and anniversary matches are usually the best occasions for organised displays.