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MatchesBERLIN1. FC UNION BERLIN vs 1. FC KÖLN

MATCH BRIEF: 1. FC UNION BERLIN vs 1. FC KÖLN

Fan Safety
86/100
GOOD
Based on the safety score below
Last Updated: 1500 HRS|Author: Local Contact

HOME TEAM

1. FC Union Berlin

AWAY TEAM

1. FC Köln

FIXTURE DETAILS

COMPETITION
Bundesliga
KICKOFF
02 MAY 00:00
STAGE
Regular Season
MATCHDAY
32
VENUE
Stadion An der Alten Försterei
COUNTRY ENTRY REQUERMENTS

Germany is a Schengen Area member. EU citizens need a valid ID/Passport. Non-EU visa-exempt nationals (e.g., UK, US) can stay for 90 days. ETIAS will be implemented by late 2026. Carry your passport at all times as random checks can occur.

Fan Safety Score
86
Physical Safety
90VERY SAFE
Theft Protection
80GOOD
Scams
80GOOD
Police Reliability
90HIGH SUPPORT

LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:01 AM

AVG BEER

A beer in Berlin averages €4.50–€6.00, often cheaper in 'Späti' kiosks. Inside the Olympiastadion, a 0.5L beer costs approx. €5.50–€6.00 (plus €1-€2 deposit on reusable cups). Payment is cashless.

LAST UPDATED: N/A

HISTORICAL AVGESTIMATE

13°C | PARTIALLY CLOUDY

7.7°C - 17.5°C

LAST UPDATED: 13/03 8:01 PM

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Flights

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OPERATIONAL MAP

Stadium accessStadion An der Alten Försterei

GETTING TO THE GROUND

For Olympiastadion: U-Bahn U2 to 'Olympiastadion' or S-Bahn S3/S9 to 'Olympiastadion'. For Alte Försterei: S-Bahn S3 to 'Köpenick', then walk 15 min.

Warning: Check your stadium destination carefully. They are on opposite sides of the city.

Away fans are situated in the area around the Marathon Gate, specifically blocks G and H. Access is via the 'Südtor' (South Gate) off Flatowallee/Jesse-Owens-Allee. The stadium is historic and huge, so expect long walks to your seat.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

  • Bags larger than A4
  • Professional cameras
  • Glass bottles/cans
  • Pyrotechnics

CRITICAL

The stadium has a cashless payment system (card/mobile only). Bags larger than A4 are strictly prohibited. There is a bag drop container at the South Gate, but capacity is limited.

Exit routes & evacuation

No exit routes data for this venue.

MISSION LOGISTICS

Hub

Berlin Brandenburg (BER)

Transfer

Take the 'FEX' (Airport Express) or regional trains (RE7, RB14) to Berlin Hauptbahnhof (approx. 30 mins). S-Bahn S9 also runs to the city but takes longer.

Tip

BER is the only active airport. Taxis to the city center are expensive (€50+); trains are much efficient.

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RECOMMENDED ZONE

Alexanderplatz and Hackescher Markt are central and busy with tourists. For nightlife, Simon-Dach-Straße in Friedrichshain has countless bars. Breitscheidplatz near Zoologischer Garten is a common meetup point for fans traveling from the west.

RECOMMENDED

Alexanderplatz / Friedrichshain offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.

TACTICAL INTEL

GATHERING POINT

CENTRAL MEETING POINT

Breitscheidplatz (near Zoo Station)

A frequent gathering spot due to excellent transport links (U-Bahn, S-Bahn, and regional trains) directly to the stadium. Plenty of bars and space for large groups.

POLICE PROFILE

STRICT

Berlin police are omnipresent on match days, especially on the S-Bahn lines to the stadium. They are strict about pyrotechnics and public disorder. Follow directions at the station to avoid mixing with home ultras.

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