The Networking 2006 Conference will be held in the historic part of the University of Coimbra, in modern conference facilities harmoniously integrated in the old campus (“Faculdade de Direito, Polo I da Universidade de Coimbra”). On foot from the Hotels to the Conference Venue Conference Hotels are all within walking distance from the Conference Venue, with furthermost Hotels (Melia and Tivoli) around 1500 meters away from the Auditorium. You should, however, take in mind that the old university is on top of a small hill. If you decide to walk you may use the provided map or ask at your Hotel desk how to reach “Torre da Universidade” (University Tower). The Conference Auditorium is adjacent to the University Tower. Taking a Taxi The best alternative to walking is to ask for a Taxi at your Hotel desk. Taxi fares should be less than 5 Euro. Ask the driver to take you to “Porta Ferrea” or “Torre da Universidade”. Driving your car Parking in the old University is severely restricted and you will probably have to leave your car quite far from the Conference Venue. If you absolutely need to bring you own car to the Conference Venue please contact the Local Organizing Committee in advance. Coffee Breaks Coffee breaks will be served in the bar of the Conference Auditorium. Lunches Lunches will be served at the Restaurant of “Centro Cultural D. Dinis”, 200 meters from the Conference Auditorium. Please refer to the map of the Conference Venue to locate the Restaurant. Welcome Reception The Welcome Reception, on Tuesday evening, will be held in the City Hall (Câmara Municipal), downtown. The short walk from the Conference venue to the City Hall will give you the opportunity to appreciate some of the oldest streets of Coimbra. Conference Banquet The Conference Banquet will be held at “Casino Figueira”, Figueira da Foz, a beach town 40 kms west of Coimbra. Bus transportation to/from the banquet will be provided by the organization. If you prefer to drive, take highway A14 from Coimbra to Figueira da Foz. Useful Contacts Hotel Tivoli Coimbra Hotel Melia Tryp Coimbra Hotel Almedina Hotel Astoria Coimbra Residencial Botânico Politaxis (Coimbra Taxi service) Beta-Viagens (Travel Agency) |