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🌱 Sustainable travel
UEFA EURO 2024 aims to be the greenest of all time!
In Düsseldorf, sustainable travel is made easy with the city's extensive network of bike lanes and the availability of green spaces for walking, encouraging low-carbon journeys. Opt for the eco-friendly public transportation system, which includes the Rheinbahn's low-floor trams and buses designed to accommodate all passengers, to get around Düsseldorf in climate-friendly fashion.
Help minimise your carbon impact by:
✅ Choosing train or long-distance bus travel options over flights
Travelling by train will be the most convenient option to get around. Thanks to our partner Deutsche Bahn, match ticket holders are entitled to discounted national and international train tickets.
✅ Using public transport to go between and within the Host Cities and avoid car travel
Düsseldorf ticket holders are entitled to a 36 Hour Travel Pass for the entire VRR (Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Ruhr) and VRS (Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Sieg) networks at no additional cost! The networks cover a vast area beyond Düsseldorf’s city borders, including Cologne, Gelsenkirchen and Dortmund, so you can discover the entire whole region by public transport.
🌍 Know before you go
Take the time to check you have all the relevant valid documents for travelling to Germany.
You can travel to Germany using your national ID card or passport. It’s also good to carry ID on you at all times, as you may need it to check in to your accommodation, or in the event of requiring assistance with your match ticket at the stadium.
You will need your passport and must go through border control. Your passport must meet both Schengen Area entry requirements:
✅Valid for at least 3 months after the date you intend to leave the EU
✅ Issued within the last 10 years
Some fans may also require a visa to gain entry into Germany, for example supporters from Türkiye. Visit Germany’s Federal Foreign Office website to check the complete list and apply for a visa.
Key timings 💡
🚉 Central station to Fan Zone Burgplatz 🎉
10min by public transport
🚉 Central station to stadium ⚽
25min by public transport
✈️ Düsseldorf Airport to stadium ⚽
25min by public transport
✈️ Düsseldorf Airport to Central station 🚉
15min by public transport
🎉 Fan Zone Burgplatz to stadium ⚽
15min by public transport
All timings are approximate. Allow additional time when travelling during busy hours as journeys may take longer.
🚄 Getting to Düsseldorf
By train 🚆
Düsseldorf Central Station is situated on the busiest railway line in Germany. More than 300 Deutsche Bahn trains stop in Düsseldorf every day.
Train travel in Germany
🌱 100% green energy
Did you know that since 2018, Deutsche Bahn customers travel using 100% renewable energy on long-distance ICE, IC and EC journeys within Germany?
Most of Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed and long-distance trains have Wi-Fi to keep you entertained and an onboard restaurant so you can fuel up before your match.
By choosing rail travel, you’re contributing to making EURO 2024 more sustainable. How to make your journeys a breeze:
1️⃣ Book early! The special DB fares are limited, so don’t miss out. On sale now.
2️⃣ Make a seat reservation for extra peace of mind.
3️⃣ You must purchase your train ticket before you board – you don’t want to risk a penalty fare.
4️⃣ Download the DB Navigator app to check for potential delays, platform numbers and more.
5️⃣ Trains will be busy during the tournament. Please be considerate of others so your fellow football fans can enjoy their journey too.
6️⃣ Children up to 5 years travel free of charge. Kids aged 6-14 travel free of charge when accompanied by a person aged 15 or above, but they must be indicated in the booking process.
The third-largest airport in Germany, Düsseldorf Airport (DUS), serves as a vital hub in international air travel, connecting Düsseldorf to over 200 destinations worldwide. Düsseldorf Airport is located only 15 minutes away from the city centre by public transport.
Düsseldorf has a modern long-distance bus terminal for services to numerous European destinations. Located conveniently on Worringer Straße, right next to the Central Station, the terminal is equipped with comfortable waiting areas.
It is not advisable to drive into Düsseldorf during EURO 2024 as traffic will be significantly higher than usual and journey times will be more unpredictable. In addition, public parking at the stadium will be very limited and for pre-booked cars only.
If you have no other choice but to travel by car, consider using one of the city’s Park + Ride facilities. You can find live updates on city parking and P+R capacities on the dedicated website.
🏙️ Getting around Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf welcomes visitors with its pedestrian-friendly streets, allowing for leisurely walks from the Central Station to major attractions within 25 minutes. The city features a well-connected public transport system, designed to make getting to all corners of the city easy and convenient. Whether on foot or by tram, discovering Düsseldorf’s charm and reaching the vibrant football action is effortlessly enjoyable.
36 Hour Travel Pass
🌿Match ticket holders are entitled to a 36 Hour Travel Pass for the entire VRR (Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Ruhr) and VRS (Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Sieg) networks at no additional cost. The pass is valid from 06:00 on matchday until 18:00 the following day.
Düsseldorf's public transport network includes U-Bahn & S-Bahn lines, trams and buses. This network, run by Rheinbahn, ensures accessibility to every part of the city, offering not only the most cost-effective but also often the quickest way to travel around.
The fare depends on the number of zones crossed. Tickets can be purchased via the Rheinbahn app or VRR app, their websites, at ticket machines located at stations, or at staffed ticket counters in larger stations. It's important to remember that most physical tickets need to be stamped before travelling.
For schedules and planning, visit:
Düsseldorf’s layout is well suited for walking. Düsseldorf residents make a quarter of their local trips this way, so why not follow in their footsteps and do the same during your EURO 2024 visit? Pedestrian routes are well maintained and good signage makes it easy to find your way around.
Walking from Central Station to the Fan Zones in the city centre takes about 25 minutes, covering 2km, while the journey from the city centre to the stadium is approximately a one-hour walk, spanning 5km.
Pedal your way through Düsseldorf and explore the city by bike. With short distances, numerous easily accessible attractions and minimal inclines, the city is exceptionally bike-friendly.
Check out the city’s official bicycle guide
Bike rental schemes (Link available in German only.)
Taxi services are widely available all over the city. Expect to pay a €4.50 standard fee of €4.50 and then an additional €2.20 per kilometre. More information on taxi travel is available on the city’s dedicated website. (Link available in German only.)
Sharing is caring, and that's certainly true when it comes to the wide-ranging electric mobility options available in Düsseldorf. Whether it's an e-Scooter or an e-Moped, you'll find various providers at central locations throughout the city. (Links available in German only.)