OPERATIONAL BRIEF: ALMELO
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:01 AM
Almelo is very affordable. A beer costs €2.50–€4.00 in the city. Inside Asito Stadion, beer is approx €4.50. Away fans often get free coffee.
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8°C | RAIN, OVERCAST
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 8:00 PM
UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN ALMELO
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Asito Stadion
GETTING TO THE GROUND
The stadium is located in the Business Park Twente. Take a bus (Line 21/22) from Almelo station or walk (20-25 mins).
Warning: Matchday shuttles are sometimes provided for high-risk games. Check local advice.
Away fans are in Sectors GG and HH (Folkert Velten Tribune). Access via Entrance 6 (Ingang 6). Capacity is ~500.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Professional cameras
- Pyrotechnics
- Megaphones
CRITICAL
The club is known for hospitality (free food/drink often provided). However, the view is impacted by lexan safety screens and netting.
Exit routes & evacuation
Exit directly through Gate 6 to the away parking area 'Parking U'.
In case of emergency, follow steward instructions. Stewards are trained for safe egress to the street level via Gate 6.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Transfer
Direct train to Almelo takes 1h 45m.
Tip
Relax on the train; it crosses the whole country.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
Almelo is small. The city center (Centrum) around the Marktplein/Waagplein is where the bars are.
RECOMMENDED
Almelo Centrum offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Marktplein
The main square in the center. Quiet and friendly atmosphere.
POLICE PROFILE
RELAXED
Very low-key policing in Almelo. Standard Dutch rules apply.