Municipal Stadium (Lomé)

The Municipal Stadium in Lomé is one of Togo's most traditional sporting venues and a central hub for the nation's sporting culture. Located in the heart of the capital, the stadium served for decades as the primary venue for national football championships and international matches of the Togolese national team, known as the 'Éperviers' (Sparrowhawks). In addition to football, the stadium is used for athletics competitions, political rallies, and major cultural events such as concerts. Its architecture is functional and accommodates thousands of spectators, with the atmosphere during key matches being famously passionate. Despite the opening of the larger Stade de Kégué, the Municipal Stadium remains an important center for local sports and the training of young talents. It symbolizes the deep enthusiasm of Togolese people for sports and serves as a historical repository for national football. In recent years, renovation work has been carried out to improve visitor comfort and safety while meeting modern standards.

Nearby cities

Lomé

Lomé is situated directly on the Gulf of Guinea and serves as the pulsating political and economic center of Togo.

Tsévié

Tsévié is a major center for palm oil processing, strategically located on the main road heading north.

Aného

Aného, the former capital of Togo, is picturesquely located between a lagoon and the sea.

Tabligbo

Tabligbo is the industrial backbone of the Maritime Region, defined by vast phosphate deposits and cement plants.

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Vogan

Vogan is famous for its large weekly market, drawing traders from across the entire region.

Kévé

Kévé is located near the Ghana border and is known for its fertile soils, primarily producing cassava and yams.

History & landmarks

Grand Mosque of Lomé

The capital's central mosque is a major religious landmark and a meeting point for Lomé's Muslim community.

Théâtre de la Verdure

A prominent open-air theater in Lomé that serves as a center for cultural performances, music, and theatrical shows.

Reconciliation Square

A significant public space in Lomé commemorating the efforts for national peace and overcoming historical conflicts.

National Unity Monument

This monument in Lomé symbolizes the cohesion of Togo's various ethnic groups and the common building of the nation.

Hôtel du 2 Février

This prominent high-rise is the tallest building in Togo and a symbol of the modern skyline of the capital, Lomé.

BCEAO Building

The headquarters of the Central Bank of West African States in Lomé is an imposing building embodying the financial stability of the region.

Port of Lomé

The only deep-water port in West Africa navigable year-round is a gigantic landmark of Togo's industrial development.

Dove Monument

The Dove Monument is a peaceful landmark in Lomé, representing the hope for national harmony and stability.

More places

German Cemetery

A quiet historical site in Lomé where officials, traders, and soldiers from the German Togoland era are buried.

BB Lomé Brewery

The Brasserie du Bénin (BB Lomé) is Togo's largest brewery and produces a variety of beverages.

National Museum of Togo

Housed in the Palais des Congrès in Lomé, the museum preserves the rich culture, art, and history of the Togolese people from prehistory …

Sacré-Cœur Cathedral

Lomé's neo-Gothic cathedral was built during the German colonial period and is one of the country's most striking religious buildings.

Independence Monument

This imposing monument in the center of Lomé commemorates Togo's independence from France, achieved on April 27, 1960.

NIOTO Oilseed Processing

NIOTO specializes in the processing of oilseeds, particularly cottonseed and shea nuts.

Governors' Palace

This magnificent palace in Lomé was the seat of the German colonial administration and later of the French governors.

Wharf of Lomé

The remains of the old piers (wharfs) in Lomé are silent witnesses to colonial trade history and engineering.