Jena, 07.08.2026. The Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld is preparing for a high-risk match: This coming Sunday, FC Carl Zeiss Jena will host their arch-rivals Rot-Weiß Erfurt. Due to high security requirements and the large expected turnout, strict regulations apply to spectators.
- Event: FC Carl Zeiss Jena vs. FC Rot-Weiß Erfurt
- Date: Sunday, 09.08.2026, 2:00 PM
- Stadium status: Sold out (12,839 seats)
- Tickets: No box office on site
- Stadium gates open: 12:30 PM
Arrival and fan segregation
The police have classified the derby as a high-risk match. Strict segregation of fan groups will be enforced. Fans without a ticket are strongly advised not to travel to the stadium, as no tickets will be sold on-site.
- Home fans: Arrival should be on foot via the Märchenbrunnen or the Oberaue, as the Sportsteg is closed. Fans arriving from the direction of Burgaupark should use the path via Wöllnitzer Straße.
- Away fans: Arrival is via the B88. Parking is available at the Bäderparkplatz P4.
Please note that the stadium ticket is no longer valid as a travel pass for public transport provided by Jenaer Nahverkehr GmbH.
Traffic and security situation
The city and the police have made extensive preparations. Due to the expected flow of fans, temporary restrictions may occur in the area around the stadium and on the B88. An unannounced fan march is scheduled for 11:00 AM starting from Johannisplatz, which may lead to traffic disruptions. Carrying alcoholic beverages is permitted within the stadium, where a cashless payment system has been implemented.
Broadcast and service
For all fans without a stadium ticket, the Funke Mediengruppe is offering a livestream. Additionally, SPORT IM OSTEN will broadcast the match in full via audio-livestream at mdr.de/sport.
Source:
Thuringia Derby: Carl Zeiss Jena vs. Rot-Weiß Erfurt – all important information
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