OPERATIONAL BRIEF: BREST
France is Schengen. EU users need ID. Non-EU need passport. ETIAS required from late 2026. Carry ID.
LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:02 AM
Pints €5.00–€7.00. Inside Francis-Le Blé, beer (often low ABV) is €5.00. Cashless stadium.
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:08 AM
8°C | RAIN, OVERCAST
4.2°C - 12°C
LAST UPDATED: 13/03 8:01 PM
UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN BREST
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Stade Francis-Le Blé
GETTING TO THE GROUND
Tram A to 'Place de Strasbourg' then 5 min walk. Free shuttle buses on matchday from Strasbourg.
Warning: Rue Jean-Jaurès is steep if walking from the center.
Old-school stadium. Away fans in 'Tribune Brittany Ferries' (North Stand), uncovered. Entrance Gates 8 & 9. Capacity ~550-600.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Umbrellas
- Flares
CRITICAL
The away end is NOT covered. It rains a lot in Brest. Bring a poncho (no umbrellas).
Exit routes & evacuation
Escorted to buses or tram stop 'Place de Strasbourg'.
Exit via Rue de Quimper. Police cordon typically in place.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Brest Bretagne (BES)
Transfer
Airport Shuttle to Tram terminus at Porte de Guipavas. Then Tram A to city.
Tip
Small, efficient airport.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
Port de Commerce (Marina) has the best bars and restaurants (e.g. The Tara Inn). City Center (Siam) is good for shopping.
RECOMMENDED
Port de Commerce offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Place de la Liberté
Main square in town. Easy tram access to stadium.
POLICE PROFILE
STRICT
French CRS/Gendarmerie manage away fans strictly. Hold-backs (approx 1hr) are common for European games.