Serres Municipal Stadium
Serres, Greece
Formerly: National Stadium of Serres
A slope in the south curve is visible, a structural concern that has kept that section closed to supporters and sparked arguments between the club and the local authority.
The stadium has a history of crowds that have hit a wall against the barriers. Players train on the grass, which is maintained carefully despite the age of the infrastructure.
The ground has lived through moments that turned the atmosphere. A match in 1972 secured promotion for Panserraikos, but the celebration was marred by riots after a disputed penalty. That day drew a crowd larger than the current capacity would allow. Later, in 1989, the venue hosted the Balkans Cup final, though the football here remains the primary focus. The stadium is named after Georgios Toptsis, an Olympic athlete, a detail that hangs over the pitch like a ghost of past glory. The relationship between the club and the municipality has soured over the years, with safety concerns dictating who can sit where.