Fan information for the match in Porto

The Hoffenheim fan representatives have compiled all the important information in order to prepare you for the Europa League game away to FC Porto (Thursday at 21:00 CEST).

Travel and parking

Meeting point:

The Ribeira area, including Avenida dos Aliados, has been designated as the meeting point by the police. Here you will find several metro lines and bus stations that go from Avenida dos Aliados to the 'Estadio do Dragão'.

Please be sure to use the metro. We recommend travelling to the stadium when the stadium opens.

Arrival:

It is only possible to get there by public transport. There are no parking spaces available on site.

Please buy your metro tickets in advance (online). The Porto Card, which can be purchased online in advance, has been recommended.

Otherwise, metro tickets can be purchased at the stations, the Tourist Information Office and the airport (Andante = top-up card).

Metro:

From the 'Trindade' stop, take underground lines B or F to the 'Estadio do Dragao' underground station.

The journey takes about eight minutes (five stops).

After leaving the underground station, you will be directly in front of the entrance to the away block 'Portas/Gates 19-24'.

Further information

Fan paraphernalia

Please contact the Fan Affairs Department in order to register fan paraphernalia.

Registration of fence flags and (swivel) flags is also only possible via the Fan Affairs Department, as Porto has strict rules regarding material that may be brought in with you.

Stadium opening and ticket office:

The stadium will open 120 minutes (18:00 local time) before the game.

Please note: There is a time difference in Portugal. Kick-off is at 20:00, the stadium opens at 18:00 (Portuguese time).

There will be no ticket office on site.

Blocks:

Blocks S50 and S49.

Please note: In Porto, there are no 'official' standing areas in the away block. It will therefore happen that people will stand in the block.

Admission:

There is a 'dedicated' staircase that leads directly to the entrance checks. This is in front of the 'Estádio do Dragão' metro station.

There are checks in order to reach the concourse and further checks at the stairways to the away block. The checks will be carried out by the police and the security services.

Entrances: Gates 19 and 20

Gastronomy:

You can pay using all the standard payment methods (cash, card, mobile). No drinks or food may be brought with you.

No alcohol is served at the stadium.

Alcohol limit:

In the event of significant drug/alcohol use that becomes evident at the gates, visitors will be denied entry.

Bags and rucksacks:

Bags up to A4 size may be brought in with you.

There is a free-of-charge drop-off point, which opens two hours before the match kicks off. It is located at Entrance 20.

Photo and video cameras:

No professional cameras (with lenses) are permitted.

Miscellaneous:

Smoking is not permitted in the enclosed stadium concourse. Smoking is permitted in the stands and in designated areas.

There will be a block closure on site. This usually lasts around 40 to 50 minutes. It will be possible for individual persons to go to the toilet during the closure.

No umbrellas will be permitted.

Power banks can be brought in with you.

The instructions issued by the police and the security services must be followed. Please be attentive and remain calm at all times.

Important numbers in Portugal:

Emergency services: 112

Fire brigade: 226 151 800