Venue

The conference takes place at the CICG - The International Conference Center Geneva, located next to the Place des Nations, the Office of the United Nations at Geneva and the headquarters of most international organizations.

Address:
17 rue de Varembé
CH - 1202 Geneva
(maps)

How to reach Geneva?

By train

Geneva’s Cornavin railway station is centrally located and offers high-speed connections to Swiss and major European cities:

  • From Zurich: ~2h45
  • From Paris: ~3h15 
  • From Milan: ~4h 
  • From Munich: ~6h30 by train via Zurich


You can use the website Rail Europe to book train journeys to Geneva from France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Italy or the UK in a single booking on a single website, but with a booking fee of € 6.95.

By road

Geneva is accessible via Switzerland’s efficient motorway network:

  • From Bern (A1): ~1h40
  • From Lyon, France (A40): ~1h45
  • From Milan, Italy (A40): ~3h30

Parking is limited in the city centre, so public transport is recommended.

By air

Geneva Airport (GVA) is an international hub with direct flights to major cities worldwide and serves as an EasyJet hub. Located just km from the city center, it offers frequent train and bus connections. Upon arrival, you can reach the city in:

  • 7 minutes by train (departing every 10–15 minutes)
  • 15–20 minutes by bus or tram
  • 15 minutes by taxi


Public transport in Geneva

Once in Geneva, the UNIRESO network of trams and buses makes it easy to get around. Visitors staying in hotels and hostels receive a free Geneva Transport Card for unlimited travel within the city.

Accommodation

We are pleased to offer a special booking link for conference attendees to secure hotels at discounted rates. This link will be available in December. Stay tuned! 

If you are looking for budget-friendly options, Geneva also has several youth hostels that provide comfortable and affordable stays. While these are not included on our partner booking platform, here are some recommended hostels in the city: 


We encourage you to explore these options for a cost-effective and social experience during your time in Geneva. For more information or to book directly, visit the hostels’ websites.