OPERATIONAL BRIEF: REGGIO EMILIA
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A beer in Reggio Emilia is €5.00–€7.00. Inside Mapei Stadium, prices are around €5.50-€6.00, often restricted for high-risk matches.
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UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN REGGIO EMILIA
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Mapei Stadium
GETTING TO THE GROUND
The 'Reggio Stadio' train station is a 3-minute walk from the ground. Alternatively, take Bus line 5 or H from the city center (10-12 mins).
Warning: Reggio Emilia has two main stations. The High-Speed (AV Mediopadana) station is 2km from the ground; the local 'Reggio Stadio' is much closer for travel from the center.
Away supporters are housed in the Curva Nord (4,000 capacity). The stand is uncovered and made of steep concrete bleachers.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Professional cameras
- Pyrotechnics
- Glass bottles/Cans
CRITICAL
Tickets are strictly for the assigned sector and identification (ID/Passport) is mandatory for entry. Tickets are NOT sold on matchdays.
Exit routes & evacuation
Designated routes lead to the Reggio Stadio rail station or the secure away fan parking area.
Exit via the main tunnels of the Curva Nord directly to the secure exterior perimeter near the 'I Petali' shopping center.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Bologna (BLQ) / Milan (LIN/MXP) / Parma (PMF)
Transfer
Bologna is the main hub, 40 mins by train. Milan airports are 1.5 - 2 hours away. Parma is 50km away.
Tip
Use the high-speed 'Italo' or 'Frecciarossa' trains for fast connections from Milan or Bologna.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
The 'I Petali' shopping center adjacent to the stadium offers numerous food and drink options in a relaxed environment before the game.
RECOMMENDED
I Petali / Historic Center offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Piazza Prampolini
The main square in the heart of the city. It is a classic Italian piazza perfect for assembly before taking the short bus or train to the ground.
POLICE PROFILE
COORDINATED
Italian police (Polizia di Stato) manage the flow. They are experienced with Serie A crowds and maintain strict segregation between home and away fans.