Anticipated Fan Travel Accelerates in Advance of Lionesses' Euros Championship Final
England's Lionesses Reach Women's Euro 2025 Final, Sparking Train Ticket Surge
England's women's football team, the Lionesses, have made history by reaching the Women's Euro 2025 final. Following their semi-final win on Tuesday, there has been a 27% increase in train bookings from the UK to Basel, Switzerland, where the final is set to take place.
The highly-anticipated match will be held at St. Jakob-Park in Basel on July 27, 2025. This marks the final day of the tournament, which ran from July 2 to July 27. The stadium, the largest among the eight hosts for the tournament, promises to be filled with passionate fans supporting the Lionesses.
For fans planning to attend the final, here are some key travel tips and updates:
- Venue: The final match will be held at St. Jakob-Park in Basel.
- Tournament dates: The tournament ran from July 2 to July 27, 2025, with the final on the last day.
- Transportation & Access: Basel is well connected by Swiss public transport, including trains and trams. Fans are advised to plan their arrival well in advance on match day due to large crowds and security checks.
- Local accommodations: Basel offers a range of hotels and guesthouses; booking early is advised because of high demand during the tournament.
- Match schedule & Viewing: England's progression to the final through penalty shootouts was a highlight. Fans not in the stadium could watch all 31 games on FOX Sports in various countries.
- Local guidelines: Fans should check for any security protocols, ticketing, and COVID-19 related updates closer to the event or on official UEFA channels.
- Cultural and language: Basel is a multilingual city, with German, French, and English speakers. Fans may find English widely spoken around the stadium.
As the final has passed, most current travel notes would focus on post-tournament travel, local sightseeing, or fan events related to England's victory. For those still planning travel for related celebrations or post-tournament visits, it is recommended to coordinate with official supporter groups for events and transports.
The Lionesses are aiming to lift the Women's Euros trophy for a second time, rekindling a fierce football rivalry against Spain in the final. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued updated travel advice, urging supporters to prepare for their trip. Practical advice has been issued by the Foreign Secretary to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip for fans.
Switzerland is preparing for an influx of UK fans, offering free public transport for ticket holders and fan zones across host cities. Trainline, a leading European train ticketing app, has reported the surge in bookings. Foreign Secretary David Lammy has stated that the Women's Euros promises to be a spectacular event.
Sarah Helppi, UK Country Director at Trainline, stated that fans are moving to Basel for the Women's Euros final. The final is expected to bring football back to England, prompting supporters to seize the opportunity to be part of the event.
The updated travel advice includes passport and insurance checks, and consular support across the eight Swiss host cities. Sarina Wiegman's Lionesses have the chance to become the third team to lift the Women's Euros for a second time.
- TrainLine, a leading European train ticketing app, has reported a surge in bookings for travels to Basel, Switzerland, as fans are moving to support England's Lionesses in the Champions League of European leagues, specifically in the Women's Euro 2025 final.
- As the Lionesses aim to rekindle their fierce football rivalry against Spain in the final, fans are advised to prepare for their trip by following the updated travel advice issued by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), which includes passport and insurance checks, and consular support across the eight Swiss host cities.
- With Switzerland preparing for an influx of UK fans, the city of Basel is offering free public transport for ticket holders and organizing fan zones across host cities, making it easier for sports enthusiasts to attend football matches and engage in sports analysis discussions during the tournament.
