The Santiago Bernabéu is Real Madrid’s stadium, on the Paseo de la Castellana in the north of central Madrid. After its renovation, the away section sits high in the north stand, and the stadium is easy to reach by metro.
European matches at the Bernabéu in 2026/27
- 21 October 2026, 21:00 (Champions League): Real Madrid v RB Leipzig
- 24 November 2026, 21:00 (Champions League): Real Madrid v PSV Eindhoven
- 19 January 2027, 21:00 (Champions League): Real Madrid v LASK
The Bernabéu at a glance
| Away section | Top tiers of the north stand (Fondo Norte), north-east corner |
|---|---|
| Stadium opens | Usually two hours before kick-off |
| Metro | Line 10 to Santiago Bernabéu |
| Train | Cercanías to Nuevos Ministerios, then a short walk |
| Meeting points | Plaza Mayor in the afternoon; Avenida de Brasil, about 10 minutes from the stadium, has been used before the match |
Getting to the stadium
Metro Line 10 stops at Santiago Bernabéu station, right next to the stadium. Cercanías trains to Nuevos Ministerios are an alternative. Your match ticket does not include public transport.
Away fans often spend the afternoon around Plaza Mayor. At a recent Champions League match, police allowed a fan march from Avenida de Brasil, about 10 minutes from the stadium. Your club will confirm the plan for your match.
Away section and entry
Away fans sit in the upper tiers of the north stand. The section is steep and there is netting in front of it. Enter only through the gate shown for the away section, and expect to be held inside after the final whistle. Spanish police act firmly even in minor incidents.
What you can and cannot bring
Spanish stadiums apply the access rules of Law 19/2007 against violence in sport, plus UEFA and club rules. In practice, away fans at the Bernabéu should expect:
- Bags: only small bags, around A4 size, have been accepted at recent European matches. Larger bags and rucksacks are refused and there is usually no left-luggage at the away entrance. Our guide to stadium bag rules in Spain explains the details.
- Banned items: flares, smoke bombs and any pyrotechnics, glass, cans, objects that could be thrown, umbrellas with metal tips, professional cameras and face coverings.
- Flags and banners: must be fire-retardant and free of political, offensive or violent messages. Large flags usually need prior approval through your club.
- ID: carry your passport or national ID card. Spanish police can ask for ID at any time, and UEFA matches often include ID checks at the turnstiles.
Alcohol, pyrotechnics and Spanish law
Alcohol is not sold inside Spanish football stadiums, and you can be refused entry if you are visibly drunk. In the city, many councils fine people for drinking in the street, so stick to bars and terraces.
Lighting a flare, throwing objects or entering the pitch are infringements under Law 19/2007. Penalties for individuals range from €150 to €650,000, and can include a ban from all Spanish stadiums for up to five years. See our guides to stadium bans in Spain and football fines in Spain.
If something goes wrong
- Stopped or searched by police: stay calm, show your ID and follow instructions. You can ask for an interpreter.
- Given a fine or report (denuncia): keep every document and take a photo of it. Do not sign anything you do not understand. There are deadlines to respond.
- Arrested: you have the right to a lawyer and an interpreter, and to tell your consulate. Read what to do if you are arrested in Spain.
- Lost passport or ticket: see our guide to losing documents at a match abroad, and only buy tickets through your club (how to avoid ticket scams).
How Legal Supporters can help
Our lawyers in Spain assist away fans before, during and after matches in Madrid: preventive advice, mediation with police and stewards, police-station assistance and criminal defence. We work in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese. See our services or contact us if you or someone in your group needs help.
Gates, meeting points and escort times are confirmed by your club and local police a few days before each match. Always check your club’s latest travel advice. Information last reviewed: October 2026.
Reviewed by Guillermo J. Fernández, football fan lawyer in Madrid and member of the Football Supporters Europe Fan Lawyer Network.