OPERATIONAL BRIEF: VERONA
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:03 AM
A beer at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi is approx. €4.00. Water (0.5L) is €2.00. Drinks are served in paper cups. The stadium is historic and mostly CASH-based.
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:14 AM
11°C | PARTIALLY CLOUDY
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LAST UPDATED: 13/03 8:01 PM
UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN VERONA
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi
GETTING TO THE GROUND
A 15-minute walk from Verona Porta Nuova station. Buses 11, 12, and 13 (Lines 90/95 on Sundays) connect the city center (Piazza Bra) to the 'Stadio' stop.
Warning: The 'Stadio' district is a raw, industrial area compared to the tourist center. Avoid walking in dimly lit side streets after evening matches.
Away supporters are located in the upper two tiers of the Curva Nord. Entry is via the dedicated visitor gates. The lower tier is closed for safety reasons.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Professional cameras
- Pyrotechnics
- Bottles/Cans
- Offensive banners
CRITICAL
The away end is directly opposite the Hellas Verona ultras (Curva Sud). Discretion is advised outside the visitor section; do not wear away colors in home stands.
Exit routes & evacuation
Designated routes lead back to Porta Nuova station or the main bus stops on Viale delle Nazioni.
Exit via the main Curva Nord tunnels directly to the secure parking area for coaches and the path towards the train station.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Verona Valerio Catullo (VRN) / Milan Bergamo (BGY)
Transfer
VRN is 15 mins by road. The 'Airlink' shuttle bus connects to Porta Nuova station every 20 mins (€6).
Tip
Many budget travelers use Milan Bergamo (BGY) which has direct coach links to Verona center (90 mins).
RECOMMENDED ZONE
Piazza Bra and the area around the Arena di Verona offer a safe, vibrant atmosphere with world-class dining and social spaces.
RECOMMENDED
Piazza Bra / Arena District offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Verona Porta Nuova Railway Station
The primary arrival hub. Fans typically assemble at the station squares before the short walk or bus ride to the stadium.
POLICE PROFILE
VISIBLE
Polizia di Stato maintain a strict security cordon between fan bases. For high-risk matches, expect a heavy presence and escorted group travel.