Olembe Stadium, Yaoundé
Facts and practical information
Paul Biya Omnisports Stadium, referred to as the Olembe Stadium, is a multi-purpose stadium spanning 84 acres in Olembé locality, Yaoundé. It is the largest stadium in Cameroon by capacity, holding 60,000 spectators, and is the 9th-largest stadium in Africa by the same measure. Located roughly 13km from Yaoundé city-centre, the stadium is part of a complex which includes two annex stadia training grounds; a gymnasium with handball, basketball, volleyball and tennis courts; an Olympic-size swimming pool; a shopping mall, museum and cinema; and 5-star hotel with 70 rooms available. ()
Yaoundé
Olembe Stadium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Palais des Sports de Warda, Stade Ahmadou Ahidjo, University of Yaoundé II.