2nd round of the DFB Cup:
Information about the away game in Cologne
Following the successful cup performance of the men’s professionals of 1. FC Union Berlin against Eintracht Braunschweig, the next challenge awaits tomorrow, Tuesday (27.10.). At 20:45, the Eisernen will face 1. FC Köln for a place in the Round of 16. Information for away fans is summarized below.
STADIUM
Stadium / Address
RheinEnergieSTADION
Aachener Straße 999, 50933 Cologne
ARRIVAL
By car
Visitor parking: P4
Navigation address: Aachener Str. 800, 50933 Cologne
Access must be via the motorway exit 103 Köln-Lövenich
The parking spaces P6-P8 in the south are reserved for home fans and should not be used.
By bus
Coaches also use the visitor parking P4.
For buses, an online pre-sale for parking tickets will be offered about one week before the match.
Parking fees:
Car: €10
9-seater / Camper: €20
Bus (from 10 people): €30
Traveling with determination
By Train / Public Transport
Destination stop: RheinEnergieSTADION (KVB Line 1).
Additionally, special trains operate on match days from Neumarkt.
The ticket also serves as a public transport combo ticket within the entire Rhein-Sieg transport association (VRS).
Validity: from 4 hours before kick off until the end of operations for round trip.
Stadium Opening
The RheinEnergieSTADION opens two hours before kick off.
Away Block
Standing places: Block N6 / Seating places: Block N16
Access to the away area is via the entrances in the northeast of the stadium.
Entry
Strict alcohol controls will take place.
Individuals with more than 1.1 promille or noticeable impairments will not be granted entry to the stadium.
In the away block, only cashless payments are accepted (EC card, credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay).
Luggage / Bags
Bags and backpacks up to a maximum size of DIN A4 are allowed.
There are no storage options available at the stadium.
Larger bags or luggage should therefore not be brought.
Tickets for Away Block
Away fans are accommodated in Blocks N6 (standing) and N16/N15 (seating).
The ticket also entitles free use of public transport in the VRS area on match day.
There are no remaining tickets available at the box office.
Additional Information
A smoking ban applies in the away block in the stands (standing and seating areas).
From three hours before to three hours after the match, there is a ban on glass and cans around the stadium and in parking lot P4. Violations may incur a fine of €25.
Consumption of food and beverages is generally prohibited on KVB vehicles.
Photo and video cameras for private use are allowed. DSLR cameras only with standard lenses; no telephoto lenses, tripods, or additional lenses.
The complete stadium regulations can be found here.
Those looking for a ride share can find it at Eisern-Reisen.de.