kézilabdaaréna

Kézilabdaaréna is an indoor arena designed primarily for the sport of handball. It serves as a venue for domestic league matches, national team games, and international competitions, and is often used for other indoor events when configured accordingly. The central feature is a standard handball court measuring 40 by 20 meters, with goals 3 by 2 meters placed at each end, and surrounding zones that define the 6-meter goalkeeper area. The court markings and equipment follow international specifications set by the International Handball Federation (IHF).

A typical kézilabdaaréna includes spectator seating around the court, locker rooms and warm-up areas for teams, facilities for officials and media, and appropriate public amenities. The playing surface is a sprung wooden floor or a high-quality synthetic resin designed to provide suitable traction and shock absorption, with lines in contrasting color. Modern arenas feature high-quality lighting suitable for broadcast, scoreboards or video displays, public address systems, and accessibility considerations for spectators and staff.

Many kézilabdaarénák are multi-purpose venues capable of hosting other indoor sports such as basketball or volleyball, as well as concerts and exhibitions, by adapting seating and markings as needed. Capacity varies widely, from a few thousand to more than ten thousand spectators, depending on design and location. Architectural design emphasizes sightlines, acoustics, climate control, and safety standards aligned with national regulations and international guidelines. In Hungary, the term kézilabdaaréna denotes venues specialized for handball, often developed as part of sport complexes that support both club competition and international matches.