OPERATIONAL BRIEF: GENOA
Italy is a Schengen member. EU citizens need a valid ID/Passport. Non-EU visitors need a passport valid for 3 months. ETIAS required from late 2026.
LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:03 AM
A pint at local bars (e.g. Bar 90 Minuto) is approx. €5.00. Alcohol sales in bottles/cans are prohibited outside the stadium for risk matches.
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:28 AM
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UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN GENOA
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Stadio Luigi Ferraris
GETTING TO THE GROUND
Stadio Luigi Ferraris (Marassi) is 1.5km from Genova Brignole station (15-20 min walk). Follow the river inland. Buses 12, 13, and 14 also serve the area.
Warning: Genova is hilly; walking from the main Principe station is not recommended. Take a short train ride to Brignole instead.
Away fans are in the Tribuna section (closest to Gradinata Nord). Access via Entry 6 on via Monnet. Views are excellent and English-style.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bottles/Cans
- Pyrotechnics
- Professional cameras
- Bags larger than A4
- Offensive banners
CRITICAL
Noticeable police presence. Fan segregation is strictly enforced. Lower tier seats may have partially restricted views due to security fencing.
Exit routes & evacuation
Follow designated paths back to the Brignole station or matchday shuttle stops at Piazzale Kennedy.
Exit via Entry 6 directly towards the via Monnet and the river path leading to Brignole station.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo (GOA) / Milan (MXP)
Transfer
GOA to center is 20 mins by 'Volabus' shuttle (€6). MXP is 2 hours by road or rail.
Tip
Milan Malpensa (MXP) often has more direct international flights and is linked to Genoa by convenient coach services.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
The 'Porto Antico' (Old Port) and the historic center (Caruggi) offer a unique maritime atmosphere with safe, vibrant dining and social life.
RECOMMENDED
Porto Antico / Boccadasse offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Genova Brignole Station
The primary rail hub for fans. It's the standard assembly point before the short, scenic walk along the Bisagno river to the stadium.
POLICE PROFILE
VISIBLE
Italian police (Polizia) are specialized in fan escort and segregation. Presence is heaviest at Brignole station and the stadium gates.