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MatchesALKMAARAZ vs SC HEERENVEEN

MATCH BRIEF: AZ vs SC HEERENVEEN

Fan Safety
67/100
MODERATE
Based on the safety score below
Last Updated: 2026-01-19T10:07:55.734Z|Author: system

HOME TEAM

AZ

AWAY TEAM

SC Heerenveen

FIXTURE DETAILS

COMPETITION
Eredivisie
KICKOFF
12 APR 14:45
STAGE
Regular Season
MATCHDAY
30
VENUE
AFAS Stadion
COUNTRY ENTRY REQUERMENTS

Netherlands is a Schengen member. EU citizens need a valid ID/Passport. Non-EU visitors need a valid passport. ETIAS required from late 2026. Carry ID.

Fan Safety Score
67
Physical Safety
80GOOD
Theft Protection
60MODERATE
Scams
70GOOD
Police Reliability
50MODERATE

LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:01 AM

AVG BEER

Alkmaar is cheaper than Amsterdam. A beer costs €3.50–€5.00. Inside AFAS Stadion, payment is cashless (card). Beer is approx €5.00.

LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:07 AM

HISTORICAL AVGESTIMATE

7°C | CLEAR

5.4°C - 9.2°C

LAST UPDATED: 13/03 8:01 PM

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Flights

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OPERATIONAL MAP

Stadium accessAFAS Stadion

GETTING TO THE GROUND

Take the shuttle bus (Bezoekersbus) from the rear of Alkmaar Centraal Station. It is a 10 min journey.

Warning: Walking from the station to the stadium takes 30-40 mins and is not recommended for away fans due to segregation routes.

Away fans are in the Van der Ben Tribune (North Stand), Sections K and L. Access is via a dedicated tunnel near P5/Gate 7.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

  • Bags larger than A4
  • Professional cameras
  • Pyrotechnics
  • Megaphones

CRITICAL

The stadium is compact and the away end holds ~950. Bag policy is strict. The stadium is cashless. Expect a short hold-back.

Exit routes & evacuation

Exit via the dedicated tunnel near P5. Egress is through P6 to the shuttles.

Post-match evacuation is heavily managed. It is mandatory for away supporters to take shuttle buses to Alkmaar station. Follow signs for 'Bezoekersbus'.

MISSION LOGISTICS

Hub

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)

Transfer

Direct train from Schiphol to Alkmaar Centraal (40-50 mins).

Tip

The train is the most efficient option.

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RECOMMENDED ZONE

Waagplein (Weigh House Square) is the center of nightlife with many outdoor terraces. The Paardenmarkt area is often designated for away fans.

RECOMMENDED

Waagplein offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.

TACTICAL INTEL

GATHERING POINT

CENTRAL MEETING POINT

Paardenmarkt

Usually the designated fan zone for visiting supporters. It has space for food stalls and is easy to police. Shuttle buses may pick up from here.

POLICE PROFILE

MODERATE

Dutch police are communicative but strict on travel arrangements (combi-tickets). Follow instructions regarding shuttle buses.

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