Entry into the stadium: How to get to the big game!

Entry into the stadium: How to get to the big game!

The TSG Hoffenheim and Bayer 04 Leverkusen will meet next Sunday as part of an exciting Bundesliga duel. The game will take place on January 31, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Bayarena. Fans who want to be on site can prepare themselves for admission to the stadium from 3:30 p.m., as the doors open two hours before the start of the game, as the official website of TSG Hoffenheim reports.

For arrival to Leverkusen, it is advisable to use public transport. The rail travelers should get out in Leverkusen-Mitte and follow the signs "Stadion" or "Bayarena". The footpath to the guest entrance is about 8 to 10 minutes. Drivers must note that no parking on the P6 bus car park is allowed without a parking permit. In such cases, you can use the Pendelbus car park in Otto Bavaria in Cologne or ideally take the S-Bahn S6 towards Leverkusen-Mitte.

special features of the stadium visit

fans with special needs find special parking spaces for severely disabled guests directly opposite the BayArena, who, however, can only be used with a blue roller park card. Parking spaces on P6 are available free of charge for arrival by bus, including sanitary facilities and garbage containers for the comfort of travelers.

The rules for fan articles in the guest block are also clearly regulated. Up to five large swivel flags and up to 40 double holders with a maximum length of two meters are permitted, provided the flag rods are made of PVC empty tubes. Fence flags and fan club banners can also be brought along as long as space is available in the stadium. It is pointed out that escape doors must not be overlooked to ensure the safety of all visitors.

Important information on stadium use

For fans who want to enjoy the game in the BayArena, it is important to consider the catering rules. Cash payments to the gastro-coacht are not permitted, and taking your own drinks and dishes is also prohibited. In addition, sample -like alcohol tests can be carried out at the entrance, whereby the security personnel decide on access to visibly alcoholic people.

There are also requirements when taking bags: only bags and backpacks are allowed up to the size of A4. Larger pockets must be handed over at a tax for a fee of 1 euro. Digital cameras may be brought for private purposes; However, professional cameras are not permitted.

TSG Hoffenheim also informs that power banks and additional batteries should not be brought to the stadium. There are fixed regulations on e-cigarettes that may have a refill size of 10 ml.

The fans of Eintracht Frankfurt can meanwhile prepare for the upcoming DFB Cup final on June 3 in the Olympic Stadium in Berlin. Here, fan utensils may be brought under certain conditions, whereby registrations are also necessary here. The anticipation for the final is already noticeable and the fans should prepare for the admission and all the necessary security measures in order to avoid waiting times.

Both events show the great importance of fan culture in German football and the need to pay attention to security and behavioral rules when visiting stadium. Further information and updates can be found on the official pages of the respective clubs: TSG Hoffenheim , Eintracht Frankfurt and Hannover 96 .