OPERATIONAL BRIEF: BELO HORIZONTE
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:02 AM
Belo Horizonte is the 'bar capital' of Brazil. Beer (600ml bottle) is R$12-R$18 (€2-€3). Inside stadiums, beer is usually sold (approx R$15).
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:08 AM
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UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN BELO HORIZONTE
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Mineirão
GETTING TO THE GROUND
Mineirão: Bus 64 (from center) or ride-share. Arena MRV: Metro to 'Eldorado' then walk/taxi, or ride-share. Taxis are best for safety.
Warning: Traffic on match days is terrible. Leave early. Avoid walking to Arena MRV at night.
A giant historic bowl. Away fans usually in the Upper Tier (Gate B area). Access via specialized perimeter gates. View is good.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Umbrellas
- Glass/Cans
CRITICAL
Sun protection is needed. Segregation is strict with physical barriers.
Exit routes & evacuation
Direct access to the bus parking bays or taxi rank.
Exit via the main ramps located near Gate B. Follow police instructions.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Confins (CNF)
Transfer
It is far (40km). Take the Conexão Aeroporto bus to the city center terminal (Av. Álvares Cabral). Taxi is expensive (R$150+).
Tip
Allow 1.5h to get to the airport.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
Savassi is the main nightlife/tourist district with endless bars. Lourdes is upscale dining. Stay in Savassi for safety and fun.
RECOMMENDED
Savassi offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Praça da Savassi
The central square of the nightlife district. Easy to catch Ubers from here in groups.
POLICE PROFILE
HEAVY PRESENCE
Military Police (PMMG) are heavily armed inside and out. They use horses/dogs. Do not argue. Drug laws are strict.