Germany by Eric Cantona

“From the front of the lower tier you can almost scratch the goalkeeper on the back while way up, just below the roof, where there is an inclined angle of 37 degrees, it’s like a ski jump,” Der Spiegel

Trip highlights

Football-themed walking tour

Discover the history of this west German city, destroyed many times since it was establish in 888, Dortmund epitomises modern Germany but hasn’t forgotten its roots!

Visit the German Football Museum

The vibrant, emotional and interactive exhibition recounts 140 years of German football history over 3,300 m² of floor space

Experience The Yellow Wall

The 24,454 capacity Südtribüne (South Bank) is the largest terrace for standing spectators in European football. Famous for the intense atmosphere it breeds, the south terrace has been nicknamed Die Gelbe Wand, meaning “The Yellow Wall”.

“It’s the Yellow Wall I’m most afraid of.” – Bayern Munich star Bastian Schweinsteiger

Itinerary

DAY 1 - WARM UP: Meet your Trip Captain and new fan friends

We Kick Off the evening at Wenker’s for a drink at the most Borrusia loving bar there is to meet our Borrussia expert for our Mastrclass on all things BVB

We’ll grab some food at Dortmund’s Traditional Inn, Zum Alten Markt, before late-night drinks at CU Bar
DAY 2 - EXPERIENCE THE PASSION: Join us on a epic footy-themed walking tour through Dortmund’s streets covering the history, passion, good times and bad of BVB.

We’ll visit the initimidating Signal Iduna Park for an exclusive experience getting closer to the team, the history, the passion and the Südtribüne (South Bank), home to The Yellow Wall.

We’ll broaden our football knowledge with all things soccer at the German Football Museum

We’ll finish the day by meeting up with some of BVB’s most passionate fans to learn how to blend into the Yellow Wall at tomorrow’s match.
DAY 3 - THE BIG MATCH: Morning or day at leisure to soak up this atmospheric city before we kick out to Signal Iduna Park

Drinks and traditional pre-match snacks in Markt square and then onto the beergarden at the old Rote Erde, the original Borussia Dortmund ground

Expect fireworks, and an atmosphere like no other as you’ll be in the heart of the action

After final whistle the party continues outside, along with post-match analysis on the stage before we head to Markt Square for late night celebrations.
DAY 4 - FULL TIME: Debrief with some post-match analysis over breakfast with new friends.

Time to head home – which match will we see you at next?

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Accommodation

Your accommodations are hand-selected for each and every game from a portfolio of rigorously-vetted hotels. Our trip design team prioritises location, proximity to activities, comfort, and design to ensure your stay is a goal, every time. In Dortmund, we often stay at hotels such as NH Dortmund or the Leonardo, or similar.

Inclusions

What's Included

GAME SEATS: The superfan experience in all its passion and glory
MASTERCLASS: Deep dive into local football culture, led by a local personality
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE: An inside look at the legendary stadiums of one of football's greatest cities
CITY WALKING TOUR: Get to know the home team's stomping grounds with a football-themed city walking tour
HUMAN-FIRST: You'll learn the songs and chants so you can feel like a real 'Borusse' in the Yellow Wall.
TRIP CAPTAIN: A Trip Captain is available 24/7 to host and enhance your experience. Trip Captains are local experts and fans who are there to make sure you're having the trip of a lifetime!
FOOD & DRINKS : Breakfast is included every morning, along with two curated group dinners, and one lunch. Plus, we'll celebrate with a nightly round of drinks on Eric!

Reasons to Book

ULTIMATE MASTERCLASS

All trips are vetted by the King, Eric Cantona himself, to maximize the most important aspect – passion.

FOOTBALL TRAVEL EXPERTS

Our exceptional experiences are led by local football fanatics who know the heart and the soul of their club inside and out.

FAN CHANT WORKSHOP

We provide the most authentic and action packed football fan experiences imaginable

FIND YOUR VOICE

We connect you to a community of passionate football fans who are the beating heart of the football experience

Amazing from start to finish!

After finding this ‘once in a lifetime’ experience for my husband’s birthday it was a no brainer! From the minute we booked, the team acknowledged and knew who we were, being on hand with any questions. Upon arriving in Marseille, the team welcomed us at the hotel and were extremely accommodating with our later than planned arrival! And from that moment onwards, they were approachable, friendly, helpful, fun and extremely clear in organising a group of 50+!

I wasn’t sure how we would find an itinerary based trip, usually deciding what we do each day when away, but honestly, we would do it again in a heartbeat. The planned activities were all 10/10, unforgettable experiences – and the amount of ‘free time’ you get inbetween to do your own thing and explore the area balances it all out.

The trip was surreal, an experience you wouldn’t ever dream possible (especially for my Husband, meeting and spending two days with his all time football hero!!).

Don’t even hesitate when considering booking, the memories you make and the people you meet are worth every penny!

Thank you again to Dharma and LookingFC for making my husband one happy man 😂🙌🏻 and for giving us the trip of a lifetime!

– Jess Southworth

Marseille. Cantona. Magnifique!

The Looking FC team managed to capture an exclusive, authentic and local football experience for travelers from all around the world. From learning about the culture in Marseille to the many activities with Eric Cantona, the trip went beyond my expectations!

-F Khan

A unique experience!

A unique experience! Meeting King Eric Cantona was incredible! Dharma, Looking FC and his wonderful crew made a dream come true! Lots of new friends coming from all over the world made this trip and my birthday something to remember for the rest of my life!

– Eric

FAQs

WHAT AIRPORT/TRAIN STATION SHOULD I ARRIVE INTO?: Airport: Dortmund Airport
Train Station: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
WHAT’S THE FOOD LIKE?: Dortmund’s traditional food is simple and hearty. Local dishes include Westphalian Grünkohl – ham and cabbage soup – and Pfefferpotthast, a stew made with peppered beef and onions. There are a number of traditional German restaurants in the centre and International food is well-represented.
DO I NEED A VISA TO TRAVEL TO THIS CITY?: We strongly advise that you review official travel requirements for your country of departure and arrival before confirming any booking, as requirements for travel visas do vary based on your nationality and final destination.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?: Bring your phone, lucky club scarf, strong stadium singing voice, and a profound desire to get under the skin of one of the most historically rich and diverse cities football has to offer.
HOW MUCH FREE TIME WILL I HAVE?: We’ve designed our trips to maximize your time in the city and our days are pretty action packed. All activities are optional, however, and you are welcome to dip in and out of the experiences as you wish. We’ve planned the itineraries to ensure you have some downtime on most afternoons.
ARE THERE ANY CASUAL 5-A-SIDE GAMES IN TOWN I COULD PARTICIPATE IN?: Casual games are played most nights of the week. If you would like to join as a ‘ringer’ please let your Trip Captain know.

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