Darmstadt is located right in the center of the Rhine-Main-Neckar area, one of the most prosperous parts of Germany. Darmstadt has a rich cultural heritage with some roots in the Art Nouveau, which is still visible in the cityscape. The city is well connected to Frankfurt (International Airport, 25 kilometers) or Heidelberg (60 kilometers, also a famous place in Germany).

The conference will take place in the Hessian State Archive (former State Theater ), Karolinenplatz 3, DE-64289 Darmstadt. The building is located in the heart of Darmstadt, between the "Schloß" and the "Herrengarten".

Getting to the conference

There is direct bus connection (line "AIR", frequency : every 30 min) from Francfort Airport to the main Train Station of Darmstadt (travel time 25 minutes, ticket cost 7,20€). From the main station take the tramway (line 2 or 3) or the bus (line K or H) to the stop "Schloß". Walk through the castle to the Karolinenplatz.