Donostia set for Copa champions’ homecoming, full guide to Real Sociedad’s celebration | OneFootball

More than 100,000 people are expected in central Donostia today as Real Sociedad’s Copa champions parade on an open-top bus. The route runs just over three kilometres to City Hall.

According to Diario Vasco, a special security and mobility plan began at 10.00 with barriers along the route. People are urged to walk or use public transport, with Euskotren reinforcing E2 Lasarte to Hendaia and E1 from Zumaia to Donostia this afternoon.

Full closure of the central ring from Avenida de la Libertad to the Boulevard begins at 15.00. Roads will reopen gradually as the convoy passes.

The procession leaves Anoeta and threads Madrid Avenue, Pio XII, Sancho el Sabio and the city centre before City Hall. Players are expected at 19.00, then head to a stage in Alderdi Eder. Festivities there run from 17.00 to 21.00 with a special presenter.

Those unable to reach the square can follow events on three giant screens in Alderdi Eder. A reserved area for people with reduced mobility is set by the City Hall terrace.

The city will be dressed for the occasion, with more than 300 children in a tamborrada featuring Sarriegi’s pieces and the club anthem. Dozens of boats are expected in La Concha Bay, with drones and cameras overhead.

Child safety includes ID wristbands and meeting points at Green Point, Boulevard with Hernani, and Red Point, Cervantes by the third screen. Pyrotechnics are banned on public roads, and glass containers around Alderdi Eder.

Source: Diario Vasco