Badges
The congress badge is the only way to get into all scientific on-site. During the whole congress, everyone is asked to wear their name badge.
Your badge will be ready for pick-up at the Registration Helpdesk that is located in the entrance area of the congress venue. You are welcome to collect it at your convenience during the on-site registration opening hours:
- Wednesday, 27 May 2026: 12.00 - 19.00
- Thursday, 28 May 2026: 07.00 - 16.15
- Friday, 29 May 2026: 07.00 - 16.15
- Saturday, 30 May 2026: 07.30 - 12.00
Congress Venue
The official address of this year’s meeting venue is:
Palazzo dei Congressi Lugano
Piazza Indipendenza 4
6901 Lugano, Switzerland
www.luganoconventions.com
Currency and Banks
The official currency in Switzerland is Swiss Francs (CHF). All major credit cards, such as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express, are widely accepted in most places throughout Switzerland, including Lugano.
Numerous ATMs are available 24 hours a day, accepting both debit and credit cards. While some ATMs may not charge a fee, your bank could impose charges for foreign transactions or using an out-of-network ATM.
Electricity
The voltage in Switzerland, as in most of Europe, is 230V/50 Hz.
Switzerland uses type C (2-pin) and Type J (3-pin) plugs. (Type C 2-pin plugs also fit J sockets.)
Most power sockets are designed for three pin round plugs. The standard continental type plug with two round pins, applied for many electrical travel products, may be used without problem.
Some hotels offer the option to borrow power converters, so it’s worth checking with your accommodation before you travel.
Getting to Lugano
Lugano is easily and comfortably accessible by all means of public and private transport, thanks to its central location and the dense network of connections operative in Switzerland.
By Train
The Swiss SBB rail system is efficient and extensive, offering convenient connections to Lugano from across Switzerland and from international destinations. Travel times by train are approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes from Basel, 2 hours and 15 minutes from Zurich, 5 hours and 15 minutes from Geneva, and 1 hour and 15 minutes from Milan.
By Plane
The nearest international airport is Milan Malpensa, Italy, located approximately 70 km away and accessible from Lugano by regular train services in around 1 hour and 40 minutes. Zurich International Airport is approximately 200 km away and can be reached by frequent train connections in about 2 hours and 40 minutes.
By Car
Lugano is located on the Gotthard international motorway (A2/E35 Zurich–Chiasso–Milan), one of Europe’s main north–south transport routes. The city is approximately 270 km from Basel, 210 km from Zurich, 430 km from Geneva, and 80 km from Milan. For regional and national traffic updates, please consult the TCS website.
Within Lugano
From Lugano SBB railway station, the Convention Centre can be reached by taking TPL bus line 2 towards Castagnola and getting off at the Palazzo dei Congressi stop. The bus journey takes around 10 minutes. Another option is to travel by funicular to the city centre and continue on foot, with a total travel time of approximately 15 minutes.
Situated roughly 500 metres from the city centre, the Convention Centre is also within easy walking distance. Pedestrian routes include Corso Enrico Pestalozzi and Viale Carlo Cattaneo, as well as the lakeside path leading towards Parco Ciani.
Insurance
Congress organisers cannot accept liability for personal injuries sustained, or for loss or damage of property belonging to conference participants, either during, or as a result of the meeting. Please check the validity of your own insurance.
Language
The congress language is English. Simultaneous translation will not be provided.