Key facts
| Address | Stadionplein 1, 7825 SG Emmen |
| Capacity | 8,600 |
| Build Date | 1977 |
| Where is De Oude Meerdijk located? | 52°46′29″N 6°56′44″E |
| Nickname | Meerdijk Stadion (1977–2001) Univé Stadion (2001–2013) Jens vesting (2013-2017) |
Description
De Oude Meerdijk is a small, but very good and modern stadium. A Dutch First Division team called Emmen plays its home matches here. In 2001 the stadium, origannaly named Stadion Meerdijk, was modernised. Originally it included standing places, when those still excisted the record attendance was much higher. De Oude Meerdijk is also one of the stadiums of the World Cup Under 20 years wich is being helt in the Netherlands in 2005.
Admission prices
Admission prices vary between 5 and 20 euro’s depending on place and match importance.
FAQ
De Oude Meerdijk was opened in 1954.
The stadium has a capacity of 8,600 spectators.
FC Emmen, a professional football club in the Netherlands, plays its home matches at De Oude Meerdijk.
The name “De Oude Meerdijk” translates to “The Old Lake Dike” in English. It likely refers to the stadium’s location near an old dike or embankment.
Yes, the stadium has been renovated and expanded several times since its opening. One notable renovation occurred in 2001 when additional seating was added.
The stadium features a natural grass playing surface.
