Buy Union Berlin vs Bayern Munich tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the Matchday 21 meeting at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei listed for Saturday 13 February 2027 at 16:30 local time (15:30 UK time). The Bundesliga has placed the game in the 12 to 14 February weekend window and confirms final kick-off slots a few weeks ahead, so treat the Saturday listing as the working plan and keep travel flexible.
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Few away days in Germany feel like this one. Union Berlin play in a mostly standing ground in the woods of Köpenick that their own supporters helped rebuild, and the visit of the champions is the date every supporter circles. Bayern won 7-0 in Munich in September, but at the Alte Försterei Union have drawn four of seven league meetings, including three of the last four.
A capacity of just over 22,000, a members-first sales model and the pull of the champions all shape what you pay and where you stand. The sections below cover each part of the decision, from which side of the ground suits you to how delivery and entry work on the day.
The numbers explain most of it. The Alte Försterei holds 22,012 for football, and only 3,617 of those places are seats; the rest is terracing. That makes it one of the smallest grounds in the division, and Union's large membership snaps up most of the matchday stock long before a non-member gets a look. When the visitors are Bayern Munich, the demand from Berlin, from neutral visitors and from Bayern's own national following far outstrips supply.
Bayern arrive as champions again after retaining the Bundesliga title in 2025/26, and they are back in the Champions League league phase this season. That profile draws neutral buyers who simply want to see the champions in an old-school setting. Berlin's tourism adds to it: a February weekend in the capital with a match in Köpenick is an easy sell for visitors from across Europe.
The home crowd has its own reasons to turn out. Union have never beaten Bayern in a Bundesliga home game, but four of the seven meetings here have ended level, including a 2-2 draw in November 2025. After a heavy defeat in Munich in September, the February return is a chance to restore some pride in front of a full house that rarely stops singing.
The away section is small by Bundesliga standards. Bayern supporters are housed in Sector 5 by the River Wuhle, and the allocation usually sells out quickly through their own club. Many Bayern fans who miss out turn to the resale market for places elsewhere in the ground, which adds further pressure on prices.
Recent meetings have only sharpened the appetite. As well as the league games, the clubs met in the DFB-Pokal at the Alte Försterei in December 2025, a 3-2 win for Bayern after they led 3-1 at half-time and Union pulled a goal back after the break. Union supporters remember how close that night came, and the February league game is the first chance since then to see the two sides meet at the Alte Försterei.
Not easily through the club. Union sell home tickets to members first, and in past seasons the opening phases have limited members without season tickets to one ticket each. Any remaining stock only moves to wider sale once those phases are finished, and for a fixture against Bayern there is rarely anything left by then.
The club's own ticket platform and shop run under the Union-Zeughaus name, with sales online and at the ticket office on the Waldseite. Both serve members first, and both reflect the club's view that tickets should go to the people who support Union week in, week out. That is a large part of why the ground feels the way it does, and it is also why outsiders find it so hard to get in.
Season tickets take most of the ground. Union ran a reservation phase for eligible season ticket holders in June 2026, and only cards that were not renewed went back into the pool as single-match tickets. With the club in its eighth consecutive top-flight season and a deep connection between supporters and stadium, few seats or standing places ever change hands through club channels.
Face values are low, which is part of the problem. For 2026/27 men's Bundesliga games, standing tickets cost from €14 to €16 and seats in the main stand from €33 to €48, plus small booking fees. With prices that accessible, demand from members alone is enough to clear the stock for the big games.
That is where the marketplace fits in. Buying through 1BoxOffice removes the need for a membership or a place in a sales queue on release day. You choose your area, see the full price before you commit and receive your tickets ahead of the match, with every order protected by the guarantee described in the buying steps below. Read the listing notes carefully, since some Union tickets carry the holder's details, and bring photo ID on the day.
Five things drive resale prices for this match. Location comes first, with central seats on the covered main stand commanding a clear premium over the terraces. Demand follows, and a visit from the champions lifts interest from members, Bayern fans and neutrals alike. Timing is the third factor, since prices often firm up once the Bundesliga confirms the exact kick-off. The competition context of the 2026/27 season, with Bayern chasing another title, is the fourth. The fifth is hospitality, where only a few lounges and boxes exist in a ground of this size.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / less central | £85 – £130 | Fans who want the full terrace experience | Standing places behind the goals and towards the corners |
| Longside standard | £95 – £150 | First-time visitors and small groups | Standing on the long terrace opposite the main stand |
| Lower tier / central | £140 – £210+ | Buyers who want a seat and a central view | Covered main stand seats off the halfway line |
| Premium seating | £190 – £280+ | Couples and business guests | Top-category main stand seats near halfway |
| Hospitality / VIP | £350 – £700+ | Corporate groups and special occasions | Lounge or box with catering and a padded main stand seat |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
The gap between face value and resale reflects how little of the ground reaches open sale for this fixture, not a higher price set by the club. Seated tickets are the scarcest product of all, since fewer than one in six places at the Alte Försterei is a seat. If a seat matters to you, expect to pay a clear premium over standing.
Expect movement at two points. The first comes when the Bundesliga announces the exact slot for Matchday 21, as buyers who were waiting on the date commit and some sellers reprice. The second comes in the final week, when members who cannot attend release their tickets. Neither guarantees a lower price, but both widen the choice of areas.
The Alte Försterei is unlike most Bundesliga grounds. It sits in woodland beside the River Wuhle in Köpenick, and most of it is steep terracing close to the pitch. Between 2008 and 2009 more than 2,300 supporters volunteered their time to help rebuild it, even working on the roof, and that sense of ownership shapes the atmosphere. The covered main stand is the only seated area, divided into sectors and categories, with the top-category seats in the centre.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main stand, top category | Buyers who want a top-category seat | High | Covered, padded seats near halfway; the scarcest tickets for this game |
| Main stand, outer categories | Buyers who want a seat at a lower price | Mid to high | Covered seats towards the ends of the stand, still close to the pitch |
| Gegengerade (long terrace) | Groups wanting a side view on their feet | Mid | Standing along the touchline opposite the main stand; arrive early for a good spot |
| Waldseite (home end) | Fans who want noise and singing | Lower to mid | The heart of Union's support; standing only and home colours only |
| Other home terrace areas | Home fans wanting atmosphere at a lower price | Lower to mid | Standing near the ends and corners; stay neutral if you are close to the away section |
| Sector 5 (away section) | Bayern Munich supporters | Lower | Standing area beside the River Wuhle, reached through entrance area 4; wear red and white here only |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans usually get the most from the Gegengerade or an outer main stand seat, where you take in the Waldseite in full voice without being part of it. Standing areas have no fixed spots, so arriving early is the only way to secure a good view. If you need a seat for comfort or accessibility, filter for main stand listings only and confirm the sector before you buy.
The ground is also changing. Union have announced plans to expand the stadium to around 40,500, with construction on the stadium itself due to follow the completion of the club's new training centre. For now, the compact layout remains, and the chance to see Bayern in a ground this intimate will not last forever.
Full houses are normal here. The stadium's record attendance of 22,012 came against FC St. Pauli in October 2015, a figure that matches today's capacity, and the Bundesliga years have kept the ground at or close to full for most league games. For Bayern, every terrace step will be taken well before kick-off.
Union's hospitality sits in the main stand and offers a mix of shared lounges and private spaces. Every option includes padded seats on the covered stand, which matters in February at a ground where most fans stand for the whole game.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Schlosserei | Business guests and networking groups | The largest VIP area, open in style, with padded seats in the central main stand and optional reserved tables |
| Eisern Lounge | Couples and small groups | A lounge with panoramic windows and a terrace overlooking the pitch, plus Schlosserei access |
| Forsthausloge | Groups of up to 20 | A third-floor space with a terrace, a dedicated host and top-category seats |
| Private boxes | Corporate groups of ten or more | Comfortable private boxes with high-quality fittings and catering |
VIP guests generally get a separate entrance, access from about two hours before kick-off until well after the final whistle and reserved parking. When a package appears for this fixture, confirm what is included before you buy: dining format, drinks, seat location and arrival arrangements.
Hospitality also solves a practical problem for visitors. A VIP ticket means a guaranteed seat under cover, a warm room before kick-off and a clear plan for the day, which takes a lot of the guesswork out of a first trip to Köpenick.
How your tickets reach you depends on the seller's listing. Every listing on 1BoxOffice states the delivery method before you pay, and the table below shows what each one means in practice.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket | That the ticket will load on your phone before matchday and whether an app or account is needed |
| Print-at-home ticket | That you can print it clearly and whether the holder details on it need to match your ID |
| Account transfer | Which email address and personal details the seller needs, and when the transfer is scheduled |
| Paper ticket | The courier or collection point in Berlin, plus the latest date the tickets will arrive |
Read the listing notes in full before you pay, since some tickets carry restrictions such as a members' area or holder details. Bring valid photo ID, as stewards may ask for it. If you are using a mobile ticket, charge your phone fully and save the ticket offline before you set off.
The stadium usually opens 120 minutes before kick-off. The S3 S-Bahn line runs to Köpenick, a walk of 10 to 15 minutes from the ground, and trams 60 and 67 from Schöneweide stop right opposite the stadium at the Alte Försterei stop. Bayern fans reach their section through entrance area 4, around 200 metres along from Straße An der Wuhlheide.
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Step1
Find the fixture
Open the listing for the February match at the Alte Försterei and confirm the date, competition and venue shown match your plans.
Step2
Set up your account
Create an account with an email address you use every day, since your order updates and delivery details will go there.
Step3
Choose seating or standing
Decide whether you want a main stand seat or a terrace place. Union fans should look at the home terraces; Bayern fans should look for Sector 5.
Step4
Read the listing notes
Confirm the sector, whether the tickets are together, what holder details are needed and which delivery method the seller uses.
Step5
Select your quantity
Pick the number of tickets you need. If your group must stay together, choose a listing for the same block or sector.
Step6
Review the total
See the full price, including fees, before you commit. Nothing is charged until you confirm.
Step7
Pay securely
Complete payment on the secure payment page and wait for your confirmation email with the order number.
Step8
Follow your order
Use track order to see when your tickets are dispatched and how they will reach you before matchday.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport has direct flights from across the UK, and the S-Bahn and regional trains link it to the city, and Köpenick sits in the same south-east corner of Berlin as the airport. Visitors from the Gulf usually connect through a European or Gulf hub. For overseas buyers, mobile tickets and print-at-home tickets are the most practical delivery options, as there is no risk of a courier missing you while you are travelling. If you need to stand or sit together, choose listings that confirm the same block in writing rather than relying on a request note.
The main travel risk is the kick-off time. The Bundesliga fixes exact slots a few weeks out, and this game could move to Friday evening, Saturday evening or Sunday within the 12 to 14 February window. Book flexible flights and a hotel with free cancellation, or plan a stay that covers the full weekend. Bayern fans lining up a run of matches can compare this ground with their own using the Allianz Arena seating plan.
Dress for the weather. Most of the Alte Försterei is terracing, and standing for two hours on a February afternoon in Köpenick can leave you very cold, even with a roof overhead. Warm layers, waterproofs and good boots make a big difference, and arriving early lets you warm up with a drink in the stadium grounds before kick-off.
Union reached the Bundesliga for the first time in 2019, and the first Bayern visit to the Alte Försterei came in May 2020, a 2-0 win for the champions in an empty ground during the pandemic. Since then the fixture has become one of the most watched dates in Köpenick. A 1-1 draw in December 2020 showed that Union could live with Bayern at home, and draws followed in 2022, 2025 and again in November 2025.
The heavy days have been rare but memorable. Bayern won 5-2 here in October 2021 and 5-1 in April 2024, the widest margin in the fixture at this ground. Yet the record shows a stubborn pattern: Bayern have won only three of seven league visits, and Union have scored in six of them. For a club with a fraction of Bayern's budget, that is a home record to be proud of.
The bigger story is Union's rise. A club that reached the top flight for the first time in 2019 went on to play in the Champions League in 2023/24, and the Bayern fixture has become a measure of how far it has come. Each meeting at the Alte Försterei now carries the feel of a test for Union and a trip into a different football culture for Bayern.
What makes the fixture distinctive is the contrast between the two clubs and the closeness of the home results. Union's terraces, built partly by their own fans, set the tone, and Bayern rarely have an easy afternoon here even when they win.
The table below covers every Bundesliga meeting at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei with Union Berlin as hosts, from 2019/20 to 2025/26.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 7 |
| Union Berlin wins | 0 |
| Bayern Munich wins | 3 |
| Draws | 4 |
| Union Berlin goals | 8 |
| Bayern Munich goals | 17 |
| Biggest Union Berlin win | No win yet in scope |
| Biggest Bayern Munich win | 5-1 (20 Apr 2024) |
| First Bundesliga meeting in scope | 17 May 2020 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 8 Nov 2025 |
Source: fussballdaten.de and football-data.co.uk Bundesliga results archives.
A few patterns stand out. Draws are the most common result here, with four in seven games, and three of those came in the last four meetings. Bayern have scored at least once in every visit, averaging more than two goals a game, while Union have found the net in every meeting since the first. The scoreline has never been goalless.
All seven Bundesliga meetings at the Alte Försterei with Union at home, newest first. Scores show Union first.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 08 Nov 2025 | 2-2 |
| 15 Mar 2025 | 1-1 |
| 20 Apr 2024 | 1-5 |
| 03 Sep 2022 | 1-1 |
| 30 Oct 2021 | 2-5 |
| 12 Dec 2020 | 1-1 |
| 17 May 2020 | 0-2 |
Source: fussballdaten.de and football-data.co.uk match archives; each result confirmed in both.
Yes, only 3,617 of the 22,012 places are seats, all of them in the covered main stand.
Club sales go to members first, but you can buy through a resale marketplace without joining.
Visiting supporters are housed in Sector 5 beside the River Wuhle. Bayern colours should stay out of the home areas.
Take the S3 to Köpenick and walk for 10 to 15 minutes, or ride tram 60 or 67 to the stop opposite the ground.
Buying soon after the league confirms the kick-off time gives you a wide choice. Waiting until the final days can work but narrows the options for groups.
Sources: 1. FC Union Berlin official club website (fc-union-berlin.de) for ticketing, prices, away supporter and hospitality information; Stadion An der Alten Försterei visitor information; the Bundesliga and DFL for fixture scheduling; fussballdaten.de and football-data.co.uk for head-to-head records; bundesliga.com for the 2025/26 title race.