The venue of the meeting will be the Management Campus at the University of Győr, which is part of the University Campus. It is situated in a pleasant and peaceful park along the Danube. The 3 floor building has an auditorium where all the oral presentations will take place. Poster sections and cafe breaks will also be hosted in the same building. The Meeting site can easily be reached on foot or by public transportation from the conference hotels, and it is fully accessible for disabled people.
The city of Győr is within an hour’s reach from the regional capitals of Budapest, Wien, and Bratislava. The climate in June is usually very pleasant. Average daily temperatures range between 15 -25 °C but be sure to consult the weather forecast before your departure.
Győr, known by many as the “City of Waters “, is undoubtedly one of the most beautifully located cities in Hungary. The city, already populated in Roman times, is situated on one of the important roads of Central Europe connecting Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest. The city lies at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Rába, and Rábca, which create smaller and bigger islands with romantic bars and restaurants, narrow streets and a mixture of historic buildings.
Visitors will find side by side the remains of fortresses, episcopal and monastic churches, buildings in Gothic and Baroque style, and a Neoclassical heritage. It is a city where the pleasing harmony of different architectural styles and superb structures, cafes, gastronomy and culture are combined with the legendary Hungarian hospitality, blending into an unforgettable experience for visitors. Győr is also the home of “szóda” – carbonated water, invented by the local benedictine monk Ányos Jedlik, who also invented the dynamo preceding Faraday by some years.
Győr is the venue for numerous congresses, international meetings, sports competitions and cultural events. The city’s theatre is also home of the world renowned Győri Balett. With its developed infrastructure and elegant shops Győr nightlife is widely known from its street artistic events and concerts that are also ample to explore!
Participants arriving at Budapest ‘Liszt Ferenc’ International Airport, Vienna Airport or Bratislava Airport are advised to take the train to Győr after getting to the railway station by public transport. There are also regular bus services connecting the city centers.
The international railway station in Győr is located in the city centre and within easy reach of the hotels or the Management Campus either by public transport or by taxi. There is a regular direct train service from Budapest and Vienna, and coming from Bratislava you can change to the Vienna line at Hegyeshalom. See the following link about railway services:
Győr can be reached by car on motorway M1. It is about an hour’s drive from Budapest, Vienna or Bratislava. Drivers should be aware that there is a zero tolerance of blood alcohol level while driving in Hungary. Parking is available at an open-air parking area at the congress venue free of charge. Parking in the city centre is subject to fees.
Public transport in the city, composed of bus lines, is well organized. Bus tickets and season tickets are available at the bus station, kiosks and ticket machines at several bus stops, and also from the bus driver (surcharge applies). Tickets must be validated using a hand-operated machine when boarding the vehicle. Students are entitled to reduced rates. EU citizens over 65 years are allowed to travel for free on the vehicles of the public transport.
However, within Győr most of the places are within walking distance. It is free, healthy, and comes with great views!
We suggest that you use only taxis equipped with a taximeter. Beware of private cabs, especially those without a taximeter. It is customary to give a tip of 10% over the amount of the bill at restaurants and in taxis. During the conference do not hesitate to call a taxi through the Hungarian Chemical Society at the Registration Desk.
The official currency in Hungary is the Hungarian Forint (HUF). Exchange facilities are offered to participants at the airport, in hotels, at the exchange desk of the banks at around the daily rate indicated by the Hungarian National Bank. American Express, Visa, Diners, Eurocard, Master Card and JCB Card are accepted in hotels, first class restaurants and city stores, but you should ask or look for the logo before ordering a service. Money can be withdrawn from ATMs.
The usual shopping hours in Győr are from 10:00 a.m. to 18:00 p.m., in big shopping centers around the city up to 21:00 p.m. For further information please contact the Registration Desk.
The Organizing Committee can not assume responsibility for injuries or losses occurring to persons or personal belongings during the conference. Participants are therefore advised to travel with a valid insurance package.
In Hungary, electricity is supplied at 230 V, 50 Hz. The 2-pin connecting plug is different from that used in some other countries, e.g. the USA, the UK and Japan.
Smoking is NOT permitted inside the Congress buildings or at the venues for the social functions. Smokers are required to smoke outdoors in the designated area.
