Symposium Venue
The venue of the TEXAS Symposium 2015 is the International Conference Centre Geneva (CICG). The CICG is a modern facility with many rooms for parallel sessions and meetings. It is conveniently located just a few minutes from the International Airport, major highways, the railway station and close to international organizations, Lake Geneva, the famous Jet d'eau water fountain, many parks and the historic Old Town.
International Conference Centre Geneva (CICG)
17 Rue de Varembé
1211 Genève 20
T +41 22 791 91 11
F +41 22 791 90 64
www.cicg.ch
Services available at the conference venue:
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi connection
- Free internet booths throughout the venue
- Access for people with disabilities
- Public parking of 1200 places
- Infirmary, cloakroom, etc.
How to reach the CICG ?
By public transportation:
Each conference participant may travel for FREE on Geneva's public transports (TPG), using the ticket provided by each hotel upon registration, the so-called "Geneva Transport Card". Nearest stops:
- Tram 15 ("Nations" stop)
- Bus 5 ("Vermont" stop), Bus 8 ("UIT" stop), Bus 11, Bus 22, Bus 28 ("Nations" stop)
By foot:
Combined with public transportation, walking is the most efficient way to reach the conference venue. Geneva is a city on a human scale: the CICG may be reached in 15-20 minutes on foot from most hotels and from the train station. ➠ Walking-time map
By bike:
You can also borrow bicycles for FREE! Enjoy getting around on two wheels and pedal throughout the city during your stay. Borrowing sites:
- 17, Place de Montbrillant (near the train station)
- Bains des Pâquis (at the lake shore)
- 4, Ruelle des Templiers (city centre)
