Buy Troyes vs Auxerre tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the Ligue 1 meeting at the Stade de l'Aube provisionally listed for Saturday 20 March 2027 at 15:00 local time. It falls on Matchday 25 of the Ligue 1 calendar. The league confirms the exact day and kick-off time a few weeks ahead, so the slot can still move within that weekend.
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Around 80 kilometres separate the two clubs. French coverage has long billed this as a derby, even if the towns sit either side of the old border between Champagne and Burgundy. Troyes are back in the top flight after three seasons away. Supporters planning a season of ES Troyes AC tickets will see this as one of the dates that fills the ground.
The Stade de l'Aube holds more than 20,000 and is expected to reopen its Tribune Seine for this season after two years out of use. This guide covers prices, where to sit, how to buy without a season book and how every top-flight meeting in Troyes has played out.
Proximity is the first driver. Followers of AJ Auxerre can reach Troyes in a little over an hour by road, so the visiting allocation for this fixture is among the most sought after of their season. Supporters who miss out on away tickets sometimes look for seats elsewhere in the ground, which adds to demand in the home stands.
Promotion adds to it. Troyes sealed their return to Ligue 1 in April 2026 with a 3-0 win at Saint-Étienne and two matchdays to spare. A first season back tends to bring out supporters who stayed away in Ligue 2. This is also the shortest trip either club makes in Ligue 1 this season, which keeps the regional rivalry at the front of the calendar.
Crowds at the Stade de l'Aube were already rising before promotion. Average attendance in Ligue 2 last season reached 7,969, a rise of 46% on the previous year according to info.fr. A derby in the top flight should draw well above that figure.
The reverse fixture comes first, with Auxerre vs Troyes at the Abbé-Deschamps on 16 January 2027. That result tends to set the tone for the return in Troyes two months later.
Both clubs will also have one eye on the table. Auxerre only stayed up on the final day of 2025/26 with a 2-0 win at Lille. Newly promoted sides rarely feel safe by March. A meeting between two clubs fighting for the same points raises the stakes for both sets of supporters.
Troyes are also owned by City Football Group, which gives the club a higher international profile than its size would suggest. That brings a steady trickle of overseas visitors to the Stade de l'Aube on top of the local crowd.
Yes, more easily than at many French grounds. Troyes sell season books, known as abonnements, before the campaign starts, but the subscriber base has been modest compared with the size of the stadium. That means a larger share of seats reaches single-match sale than at clubs with long waiting lists.
Reduced prices are available for under-25s, under-14s and disabled supporters, according to Football Ground Guide, so families and younger fans buying through the club should look at those categories first. Resale listings are usually sold at a single price, so compare the total against the club's concessions before you commit.
Single-match tickets go on sale through the club's ticketing platform once the kick-off slot is confirmed. For a derby with this much local interest, the more popular stands can sell through quickly, especially the home end and the central seats in the main stand.
The away allocation follows a separate path. Under Ligue de Football Professionnel rules, visiting clubs receive a set share of capacity unless the two clubs agree otherwise. Auxerre distribute their allocation through their own ticket office. Visiting supporters usually need to buy through Auxerre rather than Troyes.
For international fans, neutrals and anyone who misses out on single-match sale, a verified resale marketplace is the practical alternative. You pick the stand, see the price before committing and can request seats together without waiting on a sale window.
Auxerre supporters buying on the resale market should remember that most listings sit in home areas. Keep blue and white colours hidden in those sections and avoid celebrating a goal for the visitors among home fans.
Stewards at French grounds take segregation seriously on derby days. Visibly supporting the away side in a home stand can lead to being moved or refused entry. If you are an Auxerre fan without an away ticket, a seat in the Tribune Vitoux or the Tribune Honneur is the safer choice.
Resale prices for this match depend on five things: seat location, overall demand, how close the fixture is, the competition context in the 2026/27 run-in and whether you want hospitality. Face-value prices at Troyes are among the more affordable in Ligue 1, with Football Ground Guide listing a range of around €15 to €50 per match for 2026/27. Resale for a derby sits above that range because local demand is concentrated on a single afternoon.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tribune Champagne (home end) | £25 – £45 | Atmosphere and singing | Behind the goal, home of the most vocal Troyes support |
| Tribune Seine (home sections) | £25 – £50 | Lower-priced seats | Behind the opposite goal; set to reopen this season |
| Tribune Vitoux | £30 – £60 | Better-value side view | Long side opposite the main stand |
| Tribune Honneur central | £40 – £80 | Full-pitch view | Main stand with elevated central seats |
| Hospitality and VIP | £90 – £220+ | Corporate guests and special occasions | Lounge access and dining in the main stand |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
Two moments tend to move this market. The first is the confirmation of the kick-off slot, which brings in buyers who were waiting to plan travel. The second is the result of the January meeting in Auxerre, which can lift interest in the return overnight.
Group size matters too. Pairs are easy to find across most brackets, while blocks of four or more together are scarcer once single-match sale has closed. If you are travelling as a group, search early and accept a wider area if needed.
For context, this fixture sits below the visits of Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille in resale pricing, when national demand drives the market. It sits above a typical mid-table visit because of the derby element, so expect pricing in the upper half of Troyes' range rather than at the bottom.
The Stade de l'Aube has four stands close to the pitch: the Tribune Honneur along the main side, the Tribune Vitoux opposite, the Tribune Champagne behind one goal and the Tribune Seine behind the other. The Seine stand, previously known as the Tribune Nord, holds 3,860 seats and was closed for around two years before its expected reopening for 2026/27.
There is no running track, so every seat sits close to the action. The decision comes down to atmosphere, view or budget rather than whether you will see the game properly.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tribune Champagne lower | Troyes fans who want to sing for 90 minutes | Lower | Home of the main supporter groups; expect flags and drums |
| Tribune Champagne upper | Home fans wanting atmosphere with a higher view | Lower | Close to the noise with a better angle on the pitch |
| Tribune Vitoux | Neutrals and families | Mid | Side-on view of the whole pitch with a calmer feel |
| Tribune Honneur central | Buyers who want the clearest view | Upper | Elevated central blocks with a full view of the pitch |
| Tribune Seine home sections | Budget buyers | Lower | Behind the goal at the opposite end to the home support |
| Away section, Tribune Seine | Auxerre supporters | Lower | The visiting section has traditionally sat in the Seine stand across two tiers, with 928 places; tickets are sold through Auxerre |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans should aim for the Tribune Vitoux, which gives a clear view with a calmer feel. Avoid the Tribune Champagne if you plan to support the visitors. For travel, gate times and stadium rules, the Stade de l'Aube guide covers the matchday routine.
Supporters with access requirements should contact the club before buying, as accessible parking and positions are arranged in advance. Families with young children will find the Tribune Vitoux the most comfortable mix of view and atmosphere.
If the Seine stand reopens fully, capacity rises by several thousand seats, which helps supply for a fixture like this. Until the club confirms the configuration for March, assume the home end and the central main stand will be the first areas to sell out.
For the clearest all-round view, Football Ground Guide recommends the upper central blocks of the Tribune Honneur, which look down across the whole pitch. Those seats carry a premium on derby day, but they offer the most complete picture of the game in a ground where every stand is close to the action.
Hospitality at the Stade de l'Aube is concentrated in the Tribune Honneur, the main stand. Packages at a ground of this size are smaller in scale than at the big Ligue 1 clubs, which keeps prices accessible and the atmosphere in the lounges personal.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Premium seat, Tribune Honneur | Couples and small groups marking an occasion | Padded central seat with a clear view of the pitch |
| Lounge package | Business guests on a moderate budget | Pre-match and half-time food and drink in a shared lounge |
| Private box | Companies hosting clients | Private space with dedicated service and a view of the pitch |
| Seasonal partner package | Local businesses planning for the whole season | Seats for every home league match with hospitality included |
Hospitality for a derby moves faster than for a typical league match, so book once the January meeting in Auxerre has been played. Listings vary in what they include, so read the notes and confirm any food, drink or lounge access before you buy.
On the day, arrive early enough to make full use of the pre-match service, since the lounge experience is part of what you are paying for. A hospitality seat also avoids the busiest queues at the general gates, which makes it a comfortable option for visitors who do not know the ground.
VIP parking at the ground is accessed from Avenue Robert Schumann, which makes a hospitality package a practical choice for visitors arriving by car from outside Troyes.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile e-ticket | The app or platform used and when the transfer will arrive |
| Print-at-home ticket | Whether a printout or phone screen is accepted at the turnstile |
| Ticket transferred to a club account | Whether you need to set up an account to receive it and the deadline for doing so |
| In-person handover in Troyes | The exact meeting point, time and contact number, agreed well before you travel |
Read the listing notes carefully and bring photo ID in case stewards ask for it. If your ticket is mobile, charge your phone fully before leaving and download the ticket in advance, since signal around a full ground can be patchy.
Expect delivery to arrive closer to matchday than you might be used to. French clubs often release digital tickets only in the final days before a fixture, so a listing that promises delivery a day or two before kick-off is normal rather than a warning sign. Track the order and keep your confirmation email to hand until the tickets land.
The stadium sits east of the city centre, around 25 to 30 minutes on foot from Troyes railway station. TCAT bus lines 1 and 7 stop at Europe, close to the ground. Taxis are available at the station. Parking is available near the stadium, but spaces fill early on derby days.
Travel light, since large bags are refused at most French grounds and storage near the stadium is limited. Arriving 45 minutes before kick-off gives you time to clear the security search and find your seat before the teams come out.
After the final whistle, the walk back to the station takes around half an hour. Buses fill quickly with the full crowd leaving at once. If you are heading back to Paris on the same day, leave a comfortable margin before the last direct trains, especially if the match is moved to an evening slot.
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Find the fixture
Search for Troyes and Auxerre on 1BoxOffice and open the Ligue 1 listing for Saturday 20 March 2027 at the Stade de l'Aube.
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Create an account with your full name and a mobile number you can use on matchday.
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Filter by stand
Narrow the results to the Tribune Champagne, Tribune Vitoux, Tribune Honneur or Tribune Seine depending on whether you want atmosphere, value or a central view.
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Look at the block, the price per seat and the seller's notes on delivery before you pick a listing.
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Select how many seats you need and confirm the listing offers them together if you are travelling as a group.
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Enter each spectator's full name exactly as it appears on their ID so the order is set up correctly.
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Complete payment through the encrypted payment page and keep your confirmation email for reference.
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Use track order to see delivery progress and download your tickets once they are released before the match.
Troyes is around an hour and a half from Paris by direct train from Gare de l'Est, which makes it an easy day trip for international visitors flying into the capital. 1BoxOffice delivers to overseas buyers through mobile, print-at-home or arranged in-person handover in the city. If you are travelling as a group, request seats together at the point of purchase rather than hoping to swap on the day.
The listed date can still move within the Matchday 25 weekend, so book flexible trains or a refundable hotel until the league confirms the slot. Ligue 1 spreads its matchdays from Friday to Sunday, so a Saturday listing may end up on a different day once broadcasters make their picks.
Most visitors stay in Troyes' old town, with its timber-framed streets a short walk from the station. That puts you within reach of the ground on foot or by bus and leaves the evening free for the city's restaurants after the match. Auxerre supporters travelling by road should allow extra time for parking on derby day.
Troyes is also the gateway to the Aube's Champagne vineyards in the Côte des Bar, south-east of the city. Visitors who want to make a weekend of the trip can combine the match with a day among the champagne houses, with the vineyards a short drive from the city.
The top-flight story of this fixture at the Stade de l'Aube began at the turn of the century, when Troyes returned to the first division and Auxerre were an established force. Troyes won the first two meetings in scope, 2-0 in April 2000 and 1-0 in August 2000, before Auxerre won 2-1 on back-to-back visits in February and August 2002, the same year the division was renamed Ligue 1.
The 2006/07 season produced the wildest meeting, a 3-3 draw in December 2006. The fixture then disappeared from the top flight for 16 years as both clubs spent spells in Ligue 2. When they met again at this level in November 2022, Auxerre held on for a 1-1 draw. The rivalry kept going in the second tier, where Auxerre won 2-1 in Troyes in September 2023, a result outside the scope of the figures below.
That long gap makes this season's meetings feel fresh. A new generation of supporters on both sides has grown up with the fixture mostly in Ligue 2. Its return to the top flight gives it a profile it has not had for years.
The clubs arrive with very different histories. Auxerre won the league and cup double in 1996 and spent decades as a fixture of the top flight, while Troyes have moved between the divisions more often. That contrast adds a little extra edge whenever the two meet, with Troyes supporters keen to prove their club belongs at this level.
The second-tier meetings in between kept the rivalry alive. Auxerre won the Ligue 2 title in 2023/24, the season they beat Troyes home and away, while Troyes spent those years rebuilding before their 2026 promotion. Both clubs now meet as top-flight sides again, with the balance of recent bragging rights resting with Auxerre.
What sets this fixture apart is its balance. Neither side has won by more than two goals here at this level. Three of the seven meetings have ended level.
The figures below cover every top-flight league meeting between the sides at the Stade de l'Aube with Troyes as hosts, including the seasons before the first division was renamed Ligue 1 in 2002.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 7 |
| Troyes wins | 2 |
| Auxerre wins | 2 |
| Draws | 3 |
| Troyes goals | 10 |
| Auxerre goals | 9 |
| Biggest Troyes win | 2-0 (15 Apr 2000) |
| Biggest Auxerre win | 1-2 (16 Feb 2002 and 17 Aug 2002) |
| First top-flight meeting in scope | 15 Apr 2000 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 4 Nov 2022 |
Source: Transfermarkt and StatMuse match records, compared result by result. Ligue 2 and cup meetings are not included.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 04 Nov 2022 | Troyes 1-1 Auxerre |
| 09 Dec 2006 | Troyes 3-3 Auxerre |
| 05 Mar 2006 | Troyes 1-1 Auxerre |
| 17 Aug 2002 | Troyes 1-2 Auxerre |
| 16 Feb 2002 | Troyes 1-2 Auxerre |
| 19 Aug 2000 | Troyes 1-0 Auxerre |
| 15 Apr 2000 | Troyes 2-0 Auxerre |
Source: Transfermarkt and StatMuse, with every score confirmed in both.
The visiting section has traditionally been in the Tribune Seine. Away tickets are sold through Auxerre rather than Troyes.
Autumn usually brings the widest choice, before the January meeting in Auxerre and the kick-off announcement push demand up.
Take TCAT bus line 1 or 7 to the Europe stop. Walking from the station takes around 25 to 30 minutes.
Yes, direct trains from Gare de l'Est take around an hour and a half. Book the return around the confirmed kick-off time.
Yes, filter listings by quantity and choose one that states the seats are adjacent. Larger blocks are easiest to find in the Tribune Vitoux.
Sources: ES Troyes AC official ticketing information, Ligue de Football Professionnel 2026/27 fixture list and competition regulations, Transfermarkt and StatMuse match records, beIN Sports and Flashscore match reports, Football Ground Guide and info.fr stadium reporting.