Stadion An der Alten Forsterei Sports Fan Tips
Stadion An der Alten Forsterei is a venue in or near Berlin that is most often used for Soccer
Best Insider tip at Stadion An der Alten Forsterei?
Bare in mind that if you have a standing ticket – your best bet is to get there early. There are no reservations on the terrace and if you wander in 5 minutes before kick-off, you will find yourself at the back of the terraces. Get there early – enjoy a beer and make sure you get an incredible close up view of the pitch.
Best Food and Drink at Stadion An der Alten Forsterei?
Despite being in the second league of German football– Union Berlin still charge fairly normal prices for much of their food and drinks, that's what you get when you are based in the capital. However, unlike a lot of grounds, the quality of the food and drink is pretty decent – so much so that a lot of fans arrive early at the ground so get a couple of drinks in as opposed to spending time in a pub!
Best restaurants near Stadion An der Alten Forsterei?
As Berlin is one of Europe's largest and most diverse cities – you can find any type of cuisine. It has a reputation as being an artist's town – so there are plenty of places you can eat at without breaking the bank!Mabuhay is one of these places. An Indonesian restaurant that adds a real spice and kick to your day! The restaurant is a little tucked away but worth the effort of getting there. Try the Nasi Goreng or the Beef Rendang!Flamingo Fresh Food is a perfect lunch spot. It serves up some great salads and sandwiches – perfect for a quick refuel before heading back out on the tourist trail!Sometime, only a burger will do. It just really hits the spot. Burgermeister has quickly gotten a reputation as having the best burger in the city – make sure to get it with the chili cheese fries. It is quite a hipster place, there are no tables…
What to expect from the Stadion An der Alten Forsterei crowd?
With Union Berlin having its own group of so called 'Ultras' present really helps to ramp up the volume during the games! The club has traditionally represented the hard-working classes of Berlin, and so they turn up in force most weeks to really show their support for the club! With flags waving, songs loudly being sung and flares being lit – it creates a hostile place for visiting teams to play in!
How do I get to Stadion An der Alten Forsterei?
The journey to the stadium is split into two parts, all of it though is nice and easy on the underground! From many places around the city (Eg: Hauptbahnhoff or Alexanderplatz) you can head to 'Ostkreuz' station. From there you will have to change lines and jump on the S3 line – ride the train to Köpenick station. From there the stadium is less than a 10-minute walk.Parking isn't really advisable – the best chances you have of getting a parking space are by arriving super early and finding somewhere on the nearby streets to park or by trying the multi-storey car park at Forum Köpenick Shopping Centre
Best Bars around Stadion An der Alten Forsterei?
There are a lot of places for a few drinks before the game and you will find fans always willing to chat to a visitor at any of the following:The Union Tanke is a beer garden/terrace type place with lots of street art showing famous victories over their big rivals over the years! If there's lots of people outside, drinking with lots of sausages being cooked – you've found it!There is a similar sort of vibe at Abseitsfalle which really does fill up fast. When the bar gets full (and it will) fans spill out into the car park and enjoy the weather!
Things to check out around Stadion An der Alten Forsterei?
One of Berlin's most popular tourist attractions is the stadium itself! The stadium has tours that can be tailored to your interests. Fans get their own specific tour, going behind the scenes and seeing the stadium though a player's eyes, from the press areas all the way down to the changing rooms and heading pitch side! All this for just €9!Otherwise, you are in Berlin, one of the countries most visited places. See the Brandenburg Gate, go to the Reichstag Building, pay your respects at the Holocaust Memorial and check out checkpoint Charlie!
Stadion An der Alten Forsterei seating?
The stadium is split into 4 distinct stands – much more like English football stadiums than the more common bowl shapes found in Germany. Each stand has its own clientele, atmosphere and price!The Waldseite (Forest Stand), is behind the goal and home to Union's ultras. There is tonnes of noise here and with the Ultra's present you'll know that you are at a game! Away fans are found across the pitch in the Wuhleseite Stand – which means there is a nice give and take between the fans.The Gegengerade Stand that runs the length of the pitch might be the best bet for you! Although it runs the length of the pitch, it doesn't come with the price tag of the main stand – and with there being no netting here it makes for great views of the pitch and the ultras!