Gewiss Stadium

Forget eateries, forget bars. Forget everything we’ve just written about. The stadium might be situated in a beautiful city with a surrounding area steeped in history, but there is only one thing the away fans will take away from Stadio di Bergamo: the atmosphere is absolutely electric—some would say second to none.

With Atalanta hosting multiple matches against British sides in the Champions League during the tournament league phase in the 2024/25 campaign, check out our guide to the Atalanta away section here.

Atalanta’s Gewiss Stadium has undergone major renovations in the past five years, starting in the summer of 2019 and reaching completion ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.

Prior to this work, the ground had become outdated and failed to impress visiting fans during massive nights of European football. That is a distant memory now, though.

Some of the key renovations recently completed are:

• Reconstruction of the Curva Sud Morosini and the Distinti Sud
• Redevelopment of the Pisani and Rinascimento stands
• A brand-new cultural square outside the ground
• Major development of housing and other urban facilities in the surrounding area

With such major renovations only recently being finished, it is unlikely that the Gewiss Stadium will see any major redevelopment again in the near future.

The exterior

Your first impression of the Atalanta ground will vary widely depending on the stand you arrive at, as the stadium encompasses a vast variety of features. The stands range from classic architecture to what is almost a futuristic appearance. Somehow, though, it works to create a beautiful stadium that is genuinely one of a kind. The most modern and futuristic stand is the North Stand; it is the most dominant of the four stands, with its bold two-tone sections of silvery blue colouring, powerful shape, and ultimately sheer size.

Opposite, you have an open roof bowl-style stand with two more traditional stands running down the length of the pitch; the East Stand is the place to be if you want to be transported back to the Atalanta stadium of old; the architecture of the exterior is on point for the 1928 build and in keeping with the traditional design of Bergamo. Depending on your views on preserving that history, you might be disappointed to learn that all four stands will soon undergo a new, modern look as a staged redevelopment is underway.

The interior

You won’t be disappointed when you sit inside what was known as Stadio Atleti Azzurri d’Italia before the sponsorship deal that saw ‘Gewiss’ emblazoned around the ground. If you’re seated in the most recently redeveloped North Stand, you’ll be treated to the green hills and orange buildings that peer over the top of the arched bowl stand. The view isn’t bad from that side either; there is plenty of bushy greenery behind the sharply inclined North Stand, whilst the stands on either side are two-tiered with blue and white seats arranged to remind you that this is Atalanta’s home.

Aside from the football itself, the pre-game knees-up is one of the best – if not the best – parts of an away day. When visiting the Atalanta stadium, you’ll soon have a huge choice of where to get your gut filled and your beak wetted.

Part of the stadium renovation is the addition of numerous commercial units. These will be offered to both food retailers and general retail stores, with 10 or more food units likely to be taken up. That’s a pretty decent choice, given that these options will be near the stadium. Of course, with development currently ongoing, we are unsure who will be taking up the said units.

We do, however, already know there will be a few food offerings at the ground. Burger King is your leading choice for food on the go, while America Graffiti serves up its take on American cuisine. NIMA Sushi is also highly thought of and available at the ground.

There is a choice further afield too; Bar Bettineschi Bocciodromo, Fuirigioco and Il Baretto are all a literal stone’s throw from the Atalanta ground. If sweet is your thing, then gelato at Mandorlacchio on Viale Giulio Cesare might be for you.

The first point to note regarding Stadio di Bergamo is that there is dedicated parking immediately outside the ground, with additional parking to be added once the stadium redevelopment is completed. This means that driving to the stadium is an option. For most, you’ll be accessing via highway A4, using the exit signposted ‘Bergamo,’ and heading towards Valli di Bergamo.

There is one key thing to note, though: if you’re driving to the stadium, you’ll need to arrive early because as kickoff approaches, the route around the stadium is only accessible to recognised public transport. When it comes to public transport, the main option for you is the bus. ATB line number 9 takes you directly into the stadium and has links with the nearby train station and the airport if you’re visiting from overseas.

If you are visiting Gewiss Stadium for the first time, there is plenty you can see in Bergamo apart from the stadium tours. We have sampled some noteworthy locations to explore below.

Accademia Carrara

Italy is known for its rich cultural heritage, and the Accademia Carrara is one place to check out if you visit Bergamo. Accademia Carrara is only about 0.6 kilometres from Gewiss Stadium. That means you will walk for only eight minutes to get to this place.

Accademia Carrara houses popular artworks from renowned Italian artists such as Bellini, Botticelli and Giovanni Battista. With that, it is a must-visit for art lovers visiting Bergamo.

Piazza Vecchia

Piazza Vecchia is approximately two kilometres away from the Gewiss Stadium, so it is another popular attraction that you can simply walk to, spending about 25 minutes on the way. The square is surrounded by some popular historical buildings such as the Campanone and the Palazzo della Ragione.

Parco Suardi

Parco Suardi is a green oasis located just 0.8 kilometres from the Gewiss Stadium. It is the ideal place for those looking to enjoy a leisurely walk in Bergamo. The tree-lined paths at Parco Suardi make it even more appealing to nature lovers.

Other places to visit in Bergamo, especially those located near the Gewiss Stadium, include:

• Piazza Matteotti
• La Marianna
• Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica
• Funicular to Citta Alta

We’ve already spoken about the modern-looking North Stand at Gewiss Stadium, but it hasn’t always been that way. The other stands at the ground are proof of that. At least they are right now; this will change over the next year or so with plans in place to revamp the entire stadium. Rewind back to 192,8 and the stadium was opened as the Mario Brumana Stadium. Just two stands were present – the west and east stands – and they are both still in place today, with an athletics track running around the pitch.

Unlike the stands, the running track has been removed, a decision taken somewhat ironically as the stadium was renamed Stadio Atleti Azzurri d’Italia. As the millennium came and went, questions started to be raised over how the stadium measured up against the other grounds in Serie A. Since then, renovation has been on the agenda, with various tweaks made over the years.

Atalanta’s fiercest rivals are Brescia, in a game often referred to as the Derby of Lombardy.

The two clubs’ home stadiums are located just 33.5 miles apart, a key reason for the intense rivalry between their fan bases.

It is a derby that has been prevalent in Italian football since what feels like the dawn of time, but in recent times, the two sides have often played their football in different divisions.

However, following their promotion from Serie B at the end of the 2023/24 season, both clubs are now in the top flight, which has reignited the passionate divide among the supporters.

Atalanta BC stadium caters to the needs of people with disability through the provision of free-of-charge tickets. Most importantly, there are stadium seats reserved for people with mobility and other challenges.

However, getting a disability accreditation certificate is a prerequisite to getting accessibility support at Gewiss stadium, so head over to Atalanta BC stadium and apply on the portal dedicated to such services before booking your next match ticket.

Note that the football club has established places within the Gewiss stadium that are reserved for supporters with disability. They are located in the following sections:

• Curva Nord Pisani
• Away End
• Tribuna Ovest
• Tribuna Rinascimento Sud

Tribuna Ovest is dedicated to disabled fans who are still able to walk but with an accompanying person.

When filling up the disability accreditation form on the Atalanta BC website, you are required to provide vital information such as a copy of your disability certificate, ID card copy and self-certification for minors.

Getting tickets for Atalanta BC home and away matches is simple. Visit the club’s official website to book tickets for upcoming matches.

Please note that ticket prices vary depending on your seating location in the stadium, the type of game, and your age.

During the 2024/25 season, ticket prices for Atalanta BC matches at the Gewiss stadium have ranged between €20 and €75 on a match-by-match basis. The €20 price applies to Under 16s sitting in the Curva Nord Pisani and Curva Sud Morosini sections, while the same price for adults ranges from €25 to €75, or €55 for Under 16s.

Ticket prices are highest when you book seats in Tribuna Onore, Tribuna Ovest and Tribuna Rinascimento categories. Individual away tickets have mostly retailed at €30 during the 2024/25 season.