Buy Mainz 05 vs Borussia Dortmund tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the Bundesliga match set for Saturday 8 May 2027 and kick-off currently listed at 15:30, subject to the league's final broadcast scheduling. It is Matchday 32 of 34 at the Mewa Arena, with the title, European places and survival all being settled in the same fortnight. A late-season visit from Dortmund is a highlight of the year in Mainz.
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This fixture has turned in recent seasons. Dortmund dominated the early years at this ground, but Mainz won 3-0 in May 2024 and 3-1 in November 2024, back-to-back home wins over BVB for the first time since the stadium opened. If you follow Mainz 05, this is the home date most likely to sell out first.
Below you will find what drives the price, which part of the ground suits your day, how hospitality works, how entry runs on matchday and the full Bundesliga record between the clubs at this stadium.
The Mewa Arena holds around 33,305 for Bundesliga matches, and the last three league meetings with Dortmund all drew 33,000 or more. Mainz sells first to season ticket holders and members, and only then opens general sale. For a visit from a club with Dortmund's huge following, that last phase can be short.
The visitors make a big contribution to the crowd. Borussia Dortmund bring around 3,500 supporters to Mainz, filling the away blocks with yellow and black. Those fans buy through Dortmund's own allocation, and BVB supporters who miss out often look for seats in neutral areas, which adds pressure to the home market.
The first meeting this season is at Signal Iduna Park on 9 January 2027. Supporters who want both games can compare seats for Borussia Dortmund vs Mainz 05 alongside this one, and the January result will shape how much rides on the return.
Face values in the Bundesliga are low by English standards, with standing tickets at the Mewa Arena costing little more than a cinema ticket for some fixtures. That gap between face value and demand is exactly why seats for the Dortmund game disappear so quickly in the club's own sale, and why the resale market is the realistic route for most visitors.
Dortmund are also in the Champions League this season, with nights such as Borussia Dortmund vs Inter Milan on their schedule. A team chasing points on several fronts in May makes every league fixture matter, and Mainz supporters know a tired opponent can be beaten, as the May 2024 result showed.
Sometimes, but rarely for this fixture. Mainz runs its home sales in phases, with season ticket holders and club members buying first, followed by a general sale for whatever remains. For lower-demand fixtures the general sale has plenty of seats; for Dortmund, it may be short or limited to scattered singles.
German clubs also cap the number of tickets per buyer in general sale, and the most popular areas, including the central seats of the main stand, tend to go during the members' window. If you are not a member, you are competing for the remainder. For lower-demand games, Mainz has allowed up to ten tickets per buyer in general sale, but a Dortmund visit is a different matter entirely.
Travelling Dortmund supporters buy through their own club, which handles the away allocation for its members. BVB fans who miss out should not expect to find a place in the away blocks through Mainz, and home areas are not the place for yellow and black.
For visitors from abroad, timing is the main obstacle. Club sale dates are announced only a few weeks ahead, while flights and hotels need booking much earlier.
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Five things set the price for this match. Seat location comes first, with central main stand seats priced above the corners and terrace. Demand follows, driven by Dortmund's travelling support and the pull of a top club visiting a sold-out ground.
Fixture timing matters, since a Saturday afternoon in May suits travelling fans and families. Competition context adds weight, as Matchday 32 points can decide titles, European places and survival in the 2026/27 run-in. Finally, hospitality tier lifts the top of the range sharply.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home standing terrace | £70 – £110 | Supporters who want the full Mainz atmosphere | Safe-standing home end; expect to stand and sing throughout |
| Corners and upper rows | £85 – £120 | Budget-minded buyers and first-time visitors | A full view at the lowest seated entry point |
| Side stand standard | £95 – £140 | Neutrals who want a side-on view | The stand opposite the main stand, close to the pitch |
| Central main stand | £120 – £190+ | Buyers who want a balanced, central view | Middle blocks near the halfway line, the first seats to sell through |
| Hospitality and VIP | £250 – £450+ | Celebrations, corporate guests and special trips | Main stand lounges and boxes with dining and premium seats |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
Two patterns show up for this fixture. Season ticket holders who cannot attend add supply through the spring, which helps keep the lower end steady. Central seats move the other way, because few become available for a visit from Dortmund.
If you want a particular area, buy early. Flexible buyers have more room to wait, though rarely for long when BVB are the visitors. Terrace tickets tend to hold their value best, as the standing areas offer the strongest atmosphere at the lowest face value.
The Mewa Arena opened on 3 July 2011, replacing the old Bruchwegstadion, and has carried several sponsor names, including the Coface Arena and the Opel Arena. It is a modern, football-specific ground with steep stands close to the pitch and around 13,700 standing places for league matches. Study the Mewa Arena seating plan before you buy, as the terrace, the sides and the away area offer very different matchdays.
The home terrace is the reason many visitors come. Thousands of Mainz supporters stand behind the goal, and the steep design keeps the noise close to the pitch. Germany's safe-standing tradition means the terrace is converted to seats only for European games, so a league match against Dortmund is the time to experience it at full volume.
The main stand holds the premium seating and the tunnel, while the home terrace behind one goal is the heart of the Mainz support. Anyone planning more than one trip to the Rhine this season can compare every upcoming fixture through tickets for the Mewa Arena.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home standing terrace | Full Mainz atmosphere, flags and constant singing | Lower to mid | The loudest part of the ground; home colours only and expect to stand |
| Main stand | A central view with the main facilities | Upper | Holds premium seating, media positions and the tunnel |
| Stand opposite the main stand | A clear side-on view in a calmer setting | Mid | Good sightlines across the pitch at a lower price than the main stand |
| Corners | Better-value seats with a full view | Lower to mid | An angled view, but close to the action in a steep bowl |
| Premium areas | Hospitality guests and special occasions | Premium | Lounges and boxes in the main stand with dining |
| Away section (Dortmund supporters) | Travelling BVB fans | Mid | Blocks H and I are seated and block J is standing, with a separate away entrance; BVB colours belong here only |
Neutral buyers and groups with fans of both clubs should avoid the home terrace and the blocks next to the away section. Seats on the stand opposite the main stand give a full view of the match in a calmer setting, with the home terrace to one side. Neutral clothing is the safer choice anywhere outside the away blocks. Families often prefer the corners of the same stand, where prices are lower and the view of both penalty areas is still good.
The roof covers most of the seated areas, but the terrace and the open corners are more exposed to wind and rain blowing across the Rhine valley, so supporters on the terrace should come prepared for a shower whatever the forecast says. In May the weather in the Rhine valley is usually mild, though a light waterproof is still worth packing.
Supporters with access needs will find dedicated wheelchair positions with companion seating and step-free access built into the modern design. Contact the club before travelling to confirm arrangements, and choose a listing that clearly states an accessible position.
Premium seating at the Mewa Arena is concentrated in the main stand, where lounges and boxes combine dining with central seats. For a Saturday afternoon visit from Dortmund, a hospitality ticket also guarantees a seat in a sold-out ground.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Business seat | Buyers who want comfort without a full meal | A central padded seat with lounge access for drinks |
| Lounge with dining | Couples and small groups marking an occasion | A pre-match meal and a premium seat near the halfway line |
| Private box | Corporate hosts and private groups | A private space with catering and reserved seating |
| Group hospitality | Company outings and celebrations | Seats together in the premium areas with shared dining |
Premium places are limited, so book early if hospitality is the plan. Inclusions vary between packages and fixtures, so check each listing for food, drinks and seat location before you commit. A hospitality seat also removes the worry of finding places together in a sold-out ground.
Mainz is a wine city, sitting in the heart of Rheinhessen, and many visitors prefer to spend the morning in the old town before heading out to the ground. If the kick-off time moves for television, confirm that any package timings move with it. A local glass of Rheinhessen wine with Spundekäs, the creamy cheese spread served with pretzels, is the traditional Mainz way to start a matchday.
German clubs use a mix of digital and printed tickets, and the format can vary by match. Every listing states how the seat will reach you, so read that note before you buy.
Mobile and e-tickets for Bundesliga matches are often released to holders only in the days before kick-off, so a ticket that has not arrived a week out is normal. Keep notifications switched on and check your order status as the date approaches.
| Delivery Type | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket transfer | The app or account the ticket will be sent to and that it is set up before matchday |
| E-ticket (PDF) | The block, row and seat on the ticket and that the barcode is clear enough to scan |
| Printed ticket by courier | The delivery address and the date the ticket will be dispatched |
| Collection in Mainz | The meeting point, time window and what to bring, allowing time before kick-off |
Check the listing notes before you buy and again before you travel. Bring valid photo ID in case it is requested, and charge your phone fully for mobile entry. Backpacks and bags larger than A4 are not allowed in, so travel light. The stadium is cashless, so bring a card or phone for food and drink.
The ground opens two hours before kick-off. It sits about four kilometres west of the centre, with no car parking at the arena, so most fans take the matchday shuttle bus from Mainz Hauptbahnhof or trams 51 and 53 to Jakob-Heinz-Strasse/Arena. Drivers can use the free park and ride at the exhibition centre, with shuttle buses to the stadium.
After the match, the shuttle buses and trams are busy for the first hour. If you are not in a hurry, wait for the crowd to thin before heading back into the city, where the old town makes a pleasant place to finish the day.
The cathedral and the riverside promenade along the Rhine are a short walk from the main station, so visitors staying in the centre can combine a matchday with an easy look around the city. Allow at least an hour from the centre to your seat on matchday, including the shuttle journey and the queue at the turnstiles.
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Overseas buyers should favour mobile transfer or e-ticket listings, which arrive before you travel and remove the need to meet anyone in Mainz. Groups who want seats together should filter for adjacent seats, as larger blocks are scarce in a sold-out ground. If your group is split across two listings, choose seats in the same stand so you share an entrance.
Plan around the date moving. The Bundesliga confirms exact kick-off times a few weeks ahead, and a Saturday match can shift to Friday or Sunday for television, so flexible travel and refundable hotels are the safer choice. Frankfurt Airport is only around 25 minutes from Mainz by train, which makes the city an easy Bundesliga destination for fly-in fans; hotels in Mainz and nearby Wiesbaden fill on match weekends, so book them alongside your seats. Dortmund supporters planning their season can compare this trip with home dates at Signal Iduna Park.
Dortmund owned the early years at this ground. The first Bundesliga meeting at the new stadium, in September 2011, ended in a 2-1 BVB win in front of 34,034, and the visitors won the next two as well. Mainz broke through with a 2-0 win in September 2014, but the 1-1 draw in January 2017 was followed by six straight Dortmund wins, including a 4-0 in December 2019 that remains the heaviest defeat Mainz have suffered in the fixture here.
The story turned in 2024. Mainz won 3-0 in May, during a run-in in which every point mattered, and followed it with a 3-1 win in November, the first time they had beaten Dortmund in consecutive home meetings at this stadium. Dortmund restored order with a 2-0 win in September 2025 in front of a full house, so the 2027 meeting arrives with both sides able to point to recent success.
Before the move to the new stadium, the clubs met at the Bruchwegstadion, a much smaller ground with a capacity of around 20,000. Those games are not included in the figures on this page. The move to the larger arena in 2011 changed the fixture's scale, and crowds above 33,000 are now normal when Dortmund visit.
The fixture has also produced its share of tight afternoons. Six of the fifteen meetings here have been settled by a single goal or drawn, including the 2-1 scorelines that marked the early years. For buyers, that pattern points to a competitive ninety minutes rather than a foregone conclusion, whatever the gap between the clubs on paper.
What makes this fixture distinctive is the mismatch on paper and the closeness in practice. Dortmund have won eleven of the fifteen meetings here, yet Mainz have shown that a full Mewa Arena can turn the contest, especially late in the season. For a buyer, that means a home crowd with real belief and a big, loud travelling end.
The atmosphere is part of the draw. Around 13,700 standing places and steep stands make the ground far louder than its size suggests, and with Dortmund's yellow wall filling the away blocks, few Bundesliga afternoons in Mainz feel bigger.
The figures below cover every Bundesliga meeting at the Mewa Arena with Mainz 05 as hosts, from its opening in 2011. Earlier meetings at the Bruchwegstadion are not included. Dortmund have scored in thirteen of the fifteen meetings here, with the 2-0 Mainz win in 2014 and the 3-0 in May 2024 the only exceptions.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 15 |
| Mainz 05 wins | 3 |
| Borussia Dortmund wins | 11 |
| Draws | 1 |
| Mainz 05 goals | 15 |
| Borussia Dortmund goals | 27 |
| Biggest Mainz 05 win | 3-0 (11 May 2024) |
| Biggest Borussia Dortmund win | 0-4 (14 December 2019) |
| First Bundesliga meeting in scope | 24 September 2011 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 27 September 2025 |
Source: Transfermarkt and StatMuse, cross-checked match by match against both sets of records.
| Date | Score (Mainz 05 first) |
|---|---|
| 27 Sep 2025 | 0-2 |
| 09 Nov 2024 | 3-1 |
| 11 May 2024 | 3-0 |
| 25 Jan 2023 | 1-2 |
| 16 Mar 2022 | 0-1 |
| 16 May 2021 | 1-3 |
| 14 Dec 2019 | 0-4 |
| 24 Nov 2018 | 1-2 |
| 12 Dec 2017 | 0-2 |
| 29 Jan 2017 | 1-1 |
| 16 Oct 2015 | 0-2 |
| 20 Sep 2014 | 2-0 |
| 30 Nov 2013 | 1-3 |
| 24 Nov 2012 | 1-2 |
| 24 Sep 2011 | 1-2 |
Source: Transfermarkt and StatMuse. Every score confirmed by both, listed newest first from the most recent meeting.
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Several weeks out gives the widest choice of seats. Visits from Dortmund sell out, so supply drops sharply in the final ten days.
Visiting supporters use blocks H and I for seats and block J for standing, with their own entrance. BVB colours should not be worn in home areas.
No, bags larger than A4 are not allowed in, so bring only a small bag or bum bag.
Yes, filter for adjacent seats at checkout. Larger groups usually have more luck in the corners and the stand opposite the main stand.
Sources: 1. FSV Mainz 05 official club and ticketing information, Borussia Dortmund official fan information for the away game in Mainz, Bundesliga fixture list, Transfermarkt match records and attendances, StatMuse, Wochenblatt Reporter coverage of Mainz 05 ticket sales.