OPERATIONAL BRIEF: DEVENTER
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:02 AM
Deventer is average. Beer €3.50-€5.00. Inside Adelaarshorst: Token system or Card.
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:08 AM
8°C | RAIN, OVERCAST
4.9°C - 10.2°C
LAST UPDATED: 13/03 8:01 PM
UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN DEVENTER
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – De Adelaarshorst
GETTING TO THE GROUND
Walk from Deventer Station (10-15 mins) through the neighborhood. Vetkampstraat is iconic.
Warning: Parking is strictly limited in the residential streets (Vetkampstraat).
Classic English-style ground. Away fans in Leo Halle Tribune (East), Sector 18. Capacity ~400. Separate entrance.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Fireworks (Zero Tolerance)
- Bags larger than A4
- Alcohol
CRITICAL
One of the most atmospheric grounds in NL. Away sector is small. Mandatory Bus/Train combs often apply for rivals.
Exit routes & evacuation
Direct path to the 'Beestenmarkt' parking for buses.
Exit via the secured away lane behind the stand.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Amsterdam (AMS) / Eindhoven (EIN)
Transfer
Direct train from Schiphol to Deventer (1h 10m).
Tip
Very easy train connection.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
The Brink (Main Square). Huge square with terraces. 15-20 min walk to ground. Beautiful historic center.
RECOMMENDED
The Brink offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
The Brink
Historical weigh house (Waag). Plenty of bars.
POLICE PROFILE
STRICT ON RIVALS
For Zwolle derby (IJsselderby), security is maximum. For others, relaxed. Dutch police use 'Mobiele Eenheid' (Riot squads).