OPERATIONAL BRIEF: SAN SEBASTIÁN
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:02 AM
A beer in San Sebastián is €3.50–€5.00. Inside Reale Arena, beer is STRICTLY alcohol-free (0.0%). Alcoholic drinks must be consumed outside.
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:09 AM
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UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN SAN SEBASTIÁN
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Reale Arena
GETTING TO THE GROUND
Take the 'Topo' (Euskotren) to 'Anoeta' station, just 3 minutes from the main Amara terminal. Bus line 28 (from Boulevard) is also very frequent.
Warning: The stadium is too far to walk comfortably from the Old Town (35-40 mins). Use the Topo or Bus for a 10-minute journey.
Away fans are in the upper tier of the Fondo Norte (North Stand), entered via Gate 9. The stand is modern and offers 0.0% beer.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Professional cameras
- Pyrotechnics
- Alcohol (Strictly enforced)
- Solid containers
CRITICAL
The stadium is all-seated and recently renovated. Searches include ticket verification and standard security checks. Identification is required.
Exit routes & evacuation
Away fans are typically held for 15-20 minutes post-match to allow local traffic and home fan dispersal.
Exit via the main tunnels of Gate 9 directly to the Anoeta Euskotren station perimeter.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
San Sebastián (EAS) / Biarritz (BIQ) / Bilbao (BIO)
Transfer
EAS is 20 mins away by bus. Bilbao (BIO) is the main hub, 1 hour 15 mins by direct 'Pesa' bus.
Tip
Most international fans fly to Bilbao for better flight options and a reliable direct bus link to San Sebastián.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
The 'Parte Vieja' (Old Town) is legendary for its Pintxos bars. For a more relaxed pre-match vibe closer to the ground, the Amara district has many local pubs.
RECOMMENDED
Parte Vieja (Old Town) offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Pinares / Amara Station
A popular area for fans to gather before taking the short train ride to the stadium. It's well-connected and full of fan-friendly bars.
POLICE PROFILE
PROFESSIONAL
Ertzaintza (Basque Police) handle security. They are generally described as professional and the atmosphere at Real Sociedad matches is typically friendly.