Alpenstadion

The Franz Fekete Stadion stands in Kapfenberg, a town in the Steiermark region of Austria. It is mainly used for football and serves as the home ground for Kapfenberger SV. The stadium was built in 1950 and renamed in 2001 after Franz Fekete, a long-serving mayor who died in 2009. Its history includes hosting major football finals in the mid-1990s. The stadium also saw Grazer AK play many of their home matches there during the 1996/97 season. The venue has been the site of notable football events, including three Austrian Supercup finals in 1994, 1995 and 1996. In the 1996/97 season, Grazer AK played most of their domestic games at Kapfenberg. The stadium also hosted three UEFA Cup home matches for the club, including a high-profile game against Inter Milan. The match against Inter Milan drew a crowd of 11,000 spectators. Visitors to the stadium find a modern football ground with seating for thousands. The pitch is surrounded by stands that provide clear views of the action. The stadium’s design reflects its role as a key venue for local and regional football. The surrounding area includes sports facilities and green spaces. On match days, the atmosphere reflects the town’s passion for football. The stadium remains a central place for sporting events in Kapfenberg.