OPERATIONAL BRIEF: BELÉM
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Belém is very affordable. A beer (cerveja) is R$8-R$12 (€1.50-€2). Inside Mangueirão, prices are slightly higher (approx R$15).
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UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN BELÉM
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Mangueirão
GETTING TO THE GROUND
For Mangueirão (major games/derbies): Take a taxi/Uber or Bus to 'Estádio Olímpico'. For Curuzu (Paysandu) or Baenão (Remo): These are in the city (Marco/São Brás) and accessible by many bus lines or a short Uber ride.
Warning: Public transport (buses) can be confusing and unsafe at night. Use Uber/99 for safety.
The main stadium for the 'Re-Pa' Derby. Away fans are segregated by security forces. Access is usually via separate ramps. Capacity 45,000.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Umbrellas
- Radio batteries
CRITICAL
The 'Re-Pa' is one of the biggest derbies in the world. Arrive 2-3 hours early. Police separation is strict.
Exit routes & evacuation
Follow police cordons to the bus area or ride-share pickup point.
Exit via the main ramps located at your sector. Do not loiter.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Val-de-Cans Int'l Airport (BEL)
Transfer
Close to the city center (15-20 mins). Taxis/Ubers are cheap.
Tip
The airport is actually quite central.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
Estação das Docas is a renovated warehouse complex on the river with safe restaurants, bars, and AC. It is the best place for tourists.
RECOMMENDED
Estação das Docas offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Estação das Docas
Safe, central, and easy to get transport from. Police presence is good here.
POLICE PROFILE
HEAVY HANDED
Military Police (PMPA) are aggressive, especially at Derbies. Pepper spray is used freely. Do not get involved in fan clashes.