OPERATIONAL BRIEF: AUXERRE
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:01 AM
Auxerre is a small town. Beer is cheap (€3.50–€5.00). Inside Stade Abbé-Deschamps, beer is approx €5.00.
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:08 AM
10°C | RAIN, PARTIALLY CLOUDY
6.2°C - 12.9°C
LAST UPDATED: 13/03 8:01 PM
UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN AUXERRE
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Stade l'Abbé-Deschamps
GETTING TO THE GROUND
The stadium is a 15 min walk from the city center along the River Yonne. From the station, it is a 20-25 min walk. Line 4 buses stop nearby.
Warning: Parking is limited near the stadium. Use public transport or walk.
Away fans are located in the dedicated visitor sector (Tribune Visiteurs), usually in the corner. Access is via Route de Vaux. Capacity is flexible based on demand.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Pyrotechnics
- Glass bottles
- Alcohol
CRITICAL
The stadium is old-school and atmospheric. Views are generally good.
Exit routes & evacuation
Exit via the visitor gate towards the Route de Vaux parking area.
Exit routes lead toward Route de Vaux. In case of emergency, remain calm and follow steward directions to the riverside assembly points.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Paris Orly (ORY)
Transfer
Auxerre has no commercial airport. Fly to Paris and take a train (1h 40m from Bercy station).
Tip
Rent a car from Paris for flexibility.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
The Quai de la République along the river has many bars and restaurants. It is scenic and close to the stadium.
RECOMMENDED
Quai de la République offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Place des Cordeliers
A central square in the old town. Fans can gather here before walking down to the river and stadium.
POLICE PROFILE
RELAXED
Auxerre is a calm town. Police are low-key unless it is a high-risk Derby (e.g. against Dijon).