OPERATIONAL BRIEF: CURITIBA
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:02 AM
Curitiba is standard Brazil. Beer R$12-18. Inside Arenas: restricted (usually non-alcoholic or pre-match zones).
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:08 AM
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UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN CURITIBA
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – LIGGA ARENA (ARENA DA BAIXADA)
GETTING TO THE GROUND
Arena da Baixada: Bi-articulado Bus (Red) to 'Arena da Baixada' or Uber. Couto Pereira: Walk from center or Bus 'Santa Cândida/Capão Raso'.
Warning: Curitiba's bus system (BRT) is excellent but crowded at rush hour.
Athletico PR. Rectangular, roofed, artificial turf. Away fans (Visitante) entrance via Rua Petit Carneiro (Gate J). Biometric access common.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Umbrellas
- Coins
- Jerseys of other teams
CRITICAL
Biometrics are mandatory for ALL fans now. Register online beforehand or at ticket office.
Exit routes & evacuation
Police cordon often leads to waiting buses for high-risk rivarly games.
Exit via Gate J.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Afonso Pena (CWB)
Transfer
Uber to center (30 mins). 'Ligeirinho Aeroporto' bus is cheap and fast.
Tip
Airport is in São José dos Pinhais (fog is common in winter).
RECOMMENDED ZONE
Batel district is upscale with great bars (Hard Rock, Taj, etc.). Largo da Ordem for historic center pubs (older crowd).
RECOMMENDED
Batel offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Rua 24 Horas
Central landmark, food court, safe meeting spot. Easy Uber pickup.
POLICE PROFILE
STRICT
Paraná Military Police are efficient but strict. 'Atletiba' derby is high risk. Separation is large.