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OPERATIONAL BRIEF: LEUVEN

STATUS: ELEVATED RISK
Last Updated: 2026-01-19T10:08:39.708Z|Author: system
COUNTRY ENTRY REQUERMENTS

Belgium is Schengen. EU users need ID. Non-EU need passport. ETIAS required from late 2026.

Fan Safety Score
67
Physical Safety
80•GOOD
Theft Protection
60•MODERATE
Scams
70•GOOD
Police Reliability
50•MODERATE

LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:02 AM

AVG BEER

Leuven is the home of Stella Artois. Beer €2.50-€4.00. Inside Den Dreef: Bancontact Only.

LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:08 AM

FORECAST

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OPERATIONAL MAP

Stadium access – Den Dreef

GETTING TO THE GROUND

Train to Heverlee Station (5 min walk). Or Bus 2 from Leuven Center. Walk from Leuven Center is 20-30 mins.

Warning: Combi-bus rules often apply for Belgian league games.

Modern community stadium (10,000). Away fans in North-East Corner (Sections V1/V2). Entrance Tervuursevest.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

  • Bags larger than A4
  • Pyrotechnics
  • Cash

CRITICAL

Compact ground. Close to pitch. Roof covers all. Cashless payment (Bancontact).

Exit routes & evacuation

Direct to guest parking or local streets.

Exit via the NE gates.

MISSION LOGISTICS

Hub

Brussels (BRU)

Transfer

Direct train to Leuven (15 mins).

Tip

One of the easiest airport transfers in Europe.

RECOMMENDED ZONE

Oude Markt (Old Market). Known as the 'longest bar in Europe'. Huge student population. Amazing atmosphere.

RECOMMENDED

Oude Markt offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.

TACTICAL INTEL

GATHERING POINT

CENTRAL MEETING POINT

Oude Markt / Martelarenplein (Station)

Fans meet at Oude Markt for beers then bus/walk to ground.

POLICE PROFILE

RELAXED

Student city vibe. Police are generally low key. Standard Belgian stewarding.