The stadium's roof is constructed of translucent Makrolon, a material developed by Bayer AG, the company historically linked to the club.
The stadium was originally named the Ulrich-Haberland-Stadion before being rebranded as the BayArena in 1998.
During the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup, the stadium served as a host venue for three group stage matches and one quarter-final.
The pitch is equipped with an undersoil heating system capable of maintaining playable conditions even during severe freezing temperatures.
The stadium underwent a complete seating capacity expansion in 2009, which involved replacing the previous smaller stands with a unified, elevated bowl design.
The BayArena is a specialized football stadium in Leverkusen serving as the permanent home ground for Bayer 04 Leverkusen. The structure features a distinctive single-tier bowl design that maximizes proximity between the stands and the pitch. Following major renovations completed in 2009, the stadium's capacity increased to approximately 30,000 spectators for Bundesliga matches. The facility is fully covered by a transparent, circular roof structure that protects all seating areas from weather. It incorporates state-of-the-art turf management technology, including specialized heating and lighting systems. The stadium complex is integrated with professional amenities, including fan shops, hospitality suites, and museum facilities detailing the club's history. It remains one of the few German stadiums where the crowd is positioned extremely close to the touchlines.
The pedestrian bridge leading to the main entrance provides the best panoramic view of the stadium's roof architecture.
Book stadium tours in advance through the official website to access the locker rooms and players' tunnel.
Check the official match calendar before visiting, as access is restricted to ticket holders on match days.
Visit the Fan-Haus near the stadium to experience local supporter culture before kickoff.
Attempting to enter the stadium on non-match days without a pre-booked tour or appointment.
Closed for stadium tours on match days and during major private event bookings.
No political symbols or pyrotechnics; avoid wearing opposing team colors in home-designated sectors.
