The stadium is located in the Var valley, 12 kilometers from the center of Nice. It is located in an earthquake-prone zone and its construction was made possible by a load-bearing structure made of wood and metal with a beam geometry. Allianz Riviera is equipped with transparent photovoltaic cladding panels which allow to provide energy for 29 night events and 5 large-scale concerts per year. The arena is also equipped with a rainwater harvesting system and a geothermal cooling and space heating system.
The construction of the arena was part of a comprehensive development plan for the surrounding area. There is a complex of service sector enterprises near the stadium: stores, offices of restaurants. A new highway and streetcar line are connected to the Allianz Riviera.
