Vallhall Arena | |
Location: | Valle-Hovin, Oslo, Norway |
Coordinates: | 59.9204°N 10.8061°W |
Opened: | 2001 |
Surface: | Artificial turf |
Architect: | Biong Arkitekter |
Tenants: | Vålerenga Fotball |
Seating Capacity: | 5,500 (football) 12,500 (concerts) |
Vallhall Arena is a multi-purpose indoor arena, located in Valle-Hovin, Oslo, Norway. The stadium has a capacity of 5,500 people during matches. The Tippeligaen club Vålerenga uses the arena for training and friendly matches in the winter off-season.[1]
The arena is made of artificial grass turf with a floor space of about 9000 square metres. It is mostly used for football matches, but it is also known for hosting events such as fairs and concerts.[2]
When used as a concert hall, the arena has a capacity of up to 12,500 people. It's not far away from Valle Hovin, an outdoor concert arena. On 22 April 2001, Irish vocal pop band Westlife held a concert for their Where Dreams Come True Tour supporting their album Coast to Coast.