On Saturday (November 8th/1pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will be playing away against Hannover 96. In this report, we provide you with all the important information for your visit to the stadium.
Parking by car:
Public parking spaces are available in the large „Schützenplatz“ parking lot (accessible via Lavesallee and Beuermannstraße) for €5. Parking fees are managed by Hannover 96.
Parking by bus/nine-seater:
Free bus parking is available exclusively on Ferdinand-Wilhelm-Fricke-Weg. Access is via the Ricklingen district, then across the stadium bridge onto Ferdinand-Wilhelm-Fricke-Weg.
Public transport:
For all Hannover 96 home games, the GVH combination ticket serves as both a match ticket and a travel pass on buses, trams, and trains within the GVH (Greater Hanover Transport Association). Match tickets are valid as travel passes (DB 2nd class) from three hours before kickoff until the end of service.
For Lilien fans, the tram lines 3, 7 (towards Wettbergen) and 17 to the Stadionbrücke stop (entrance South + West) are recommended.
Approved fan paraphernalia:
Payment system:
At all points of sale in the Heinz von Heiden Arena, payment is exclusively cashless and contactless using Girocard, all common debit and credit cards, as well as smartphones or smartwatches via Apple Pay and Google Pay. In the Heinz von Heiden Arena, not only payment but also the entire deposit return process is cashless.
Photography and video recording: Photography is permitted in the Heinz von Heiden Arena with a standard digital camera (not a professional camera, but a so-called pocket camera) for taking exclusively private photos. SLR cameras, cameras with interchangeable lenses, and video cameras are not allowed in the spectator area.
Bringing beverages into the arena: Bringing alcoholic beverages into the arena is prohibited. Permitted beverages: Non-alcoholic beverages in Tetra Paks up to 0.5 liters. Anything else will be confiscated by security at the entrance.
Tickets: Severely disabled persons can purchase a discounted ticket (standing or seated) upon presentation of the appropriate identification document. If the disability ID card includes the symbol „B“, the person is entitled to bring a companion. Tickets can be booked via our ticket hotline, in the two fan shops, and via the online ticket shop.
Wheelchair users: Covered wheelchair spaces are located in blocks O1 and O8 on the East Stand and behind blocks S1-S3 on the wheelchair ramp of the South Stand (10 euros, including one companion). The companion is permitted in the stadium to assist the disabled person and receives free admission. The provided seat is located in close proximity to the wheelchair user. While this seat does not guarantee an unobstructed view of the pitch, the companion may stand behind the wheelchair user. The accompanying person does not need an additional ticket, as this is automatically included in the wheelchair user’s ticket.
People with visual impairments: In addition to wheelchair spaces, the Heinz von Heiden Arena offers special seating for the visually impaired in Block O8 with live match commentary (admission: €10). The live commentators sit among the visually impaired fans and provide them with detailed explanations of the game for 90 minutes. This allows blind people to visualize the Reds‘ game in their mind’s eye while simultaneously enjoying the authentic live atmosphere. Hannover 96 provides the technical equipment for this service.
For people with visual impairments who use wheelchairs, we have reserved wheelchair spaces (with live match commentary) in Block O8. A companion is permitted in the stadium to assist the person with a disability and receives free admission. The provided seat is located in close proximity to the visually impaired person.
Deaf and visually impaired people: Seats are also available for these individuals in Block O8. The caregiver for the deaf/visually impaired people is proficient in Lormen and supervises these people throughout the entire game.
People with other severe disabilities: People with other severe disabilities are welcome to contact our disability officer, Detlef Kühne (see below), at any time with questions.
Parking: As before, the police and security service will direct people with the „Special Parking Permit for Severely Disabled Persons with Exceptional Walking Difficulties“ to the parking lot (P4) of the State Sports Federation (LSB) on Ferdinand-Wilhelm-Fricke-Weg. From there, the accessible entrance at the South Entrance (tickets for blocks S1-9, S10-16, O5-8, and O14-17) is easily accessible. People with the „Special Parking Permit for Severely Disabled Persons with Exceptional Walking Difficulties“ can also park in the parking lot (P2) at the Schützenplatz to use the accessible North/East Entrance (tickets for blocks N1-8, N10-19, W1-7, O1-4, and O10-13).
„` Note: The above-mentioned special parking permit is only valid in conjunction with an admission ticket!
Restrooms: There are five accessible restrooms in both the north and south lower tiers. Three additional restrooms are located near the wheelchair-accessible seating area.
Disability Officer:
Detlef Kühne
Telefon: 01525 3663551, E-Mail: detlef.kuehne@hannover96.de
A floodlit match at the Rudolf-Haribig-Stadion is always something special. Darmstadt 98 are aiming to take three points back to southern Hesse this Friday evening (February 27th). Kick-off is at 6:30pm. All the important information about the 24th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga is clearly summarised for you in our "Matchday Guide".
Darmstadt 98 aim to extend their unbeaten run to 14 games in Friday evening's match against Dynamo Dresden. While Darmstadt's potent attack has resulted in a respectable goal tally, they are wary at the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion. The Saxons have been on an upward trend since the winter break and will have a vociferous home crowd behind them. We've compiled all the facts and figures surrounding this clash in this report. Here you'll find the key facts for tomorrow's match.
Darmstadt and Dresden are 598 kilometres apart. On Friday evening (February 27th, 6:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98 will travel to the Saxon capital for the 24th matchday of the 2nd Bundesliga. The next away game will take place under the floodlights at the historic Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion. You can find all relevant fan information here.
Before SV Darmstadt 98 plays under floodlights in Dresden on Friday evening (27.02/18.30), Florian Kohfeldt spoke at the press conference about the strengths of Dynamo Dresden and the special atmosphere in the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion.
Raoul Petretta joined SV Darmstadt 98 in the winter and already feels very much at home. He talks about his arrival and his goals. Besides their sporting focus, the Lilies are also committed to sustainability: On March 15, 2026, over 3,500 trees will be planted as part of the fifth "In the Sign of the Lily" tree-planting campaign. In our "Lilies Across the Board" section, we provide you with the most important news from SV Darmstadt 98 every week.
Numerous Dynamo Dresden fans flock to the stadium on home match days. But one day, they came for a single reason: What should their stadium be called in the future? Tens of thousands of supporters gathered in front of the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion, ready to cast their votes. In cooperation with regional partners, Dynamo Dresden's management took the unusual step of letting the club's supporters decide for themselves.
WirLilien – Together for nature conservation! Together with our partner Krombacher, we will once again plant more than 3,500 trees on Sunday (March 15th) – under the banner of the Lily. You can still register for the event at short notice.
On Friday (February 27th, 7:30pm), SV Darmstadt 98's U21 team begins the second phase of their Hessenliga season. With 23 points after 20 matchdays, the Lilies are currently in 14th place. Following intensive weeks of winter training, the team aims to start the upcoming challenges with renewed energy and secure crucial points.
A fast-paced, thrilling exchange between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf reached its ecstatic climax in the 88th minute. Thanks to Matej Maglica's header, Darmstadt secured a 2-1 victory in a wild battle that resembled a 12-round boxing match, with both sides neglecting their defences and constantly searching for the next hook or punch. A day later, sv98.de looks back on what was probably the most exciting home game of the season so far for the South Hessian side.
For every home goal scored by the Lilies, SV Darmstadt 98 fans will be doubly rewarded in the 2025/26 season. In addition to the joy and excitement, the Lilies' supporters will also receive 98 litres of Krombacher Pils for every home goal scored by Darmstadt at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor.
In an intense 90 minutes between SV Darmstadt 98 and Fortuna Düsseldorf, the Lilies fought back to secure three points shortly before the final whistle. The early lead taken by the team from southern Hesse was quickly erased by the Rhinelanders. The match became increasingly wild and physical. The second half remained evenly contested, but in the end, SV 98 once again demonstrated their fighting spirit: Matej Maglica's late header sealed the three points. What do the players and the two head coaches have to say about this thrilling encounter? We've compiled all the post-match reactions.
SV Darmstadt 98 remain a force to be reckoned with at the Merck Stadium at Böllenfalltor! The Lilies defeated Fortuna Düsseldorf 2-1 (1-1) on matchday 23. It's their sixth consecutive home win, bringing their total to 45 points. Hornby opened the scoring for the home side after just seven minutes, before Maglica (88th minute) netted the decisive goal in the second half.