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MECC Maastricht<\/h3>\r\n
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ESTIV 2026 will take place at the Maastricht Exhibition & Congress Centre (MECC)<\/strong>.
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Maastricht Exhibition & Congress Centre (MECC)<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Forum 100
\n6229 GV Maastricht
\nThe Netherlands
\nwww.mecc.nl<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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The MECC offers extensive and flexible spaces suitable for conferences, trade fairs, cultural events, and exhibitions. With 30,000 m\u00b2 of event halls<\/strong>, 28 meeting rooms<\/strong>, and 2 auditoriums<\/strong>, MECC Maastricht provides the facilities required for high\u2011level international congresses. The centre combines modern infrastructure with the intimate, people\u2011focused hospitality characteristic of Maastricht.<\/p>\n

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Venue facilities<\/h3>\r\n
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Lunch<\/strong><\/h5>\n

The registration fee includes all scheduled coffee breaks and lunch breaks as indicated in the official programme.<\/p>\n

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Registration desk<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Located on the ground floor at the main entrance. You will receive your name badge here, which must be visible at all times inside the venue.<\/p>\n

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Wi-Fi<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Free Wi\u2011Fi is available throughout the congress centre.<\/p>\n

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Getting to Maastricht<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Maastricht is located in the southeast of the Netherlands close to Belgium and Germany. It is one of the country\u2019s oldest cities, offering historic architecture, international culture and convenient access by air, rail, road, and public transport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below you will find an expanded, detailed travel guide<\/strong>, supplemented with factual information from SETAC\u2019s travel page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arriving by Air<\/h3>\r\n
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Maastricht has its own airport: Maastricht-Aachen Airport.<\/strong> In addition, there are several (inter)national airports within an hour\u2019s drive from the centre of Maastricht. This ensures that Maastricht and the region is easily accessible from all over the world.<\/p>\n

Getting from Maastricht Airport to MECC<\/strong><\/h5>\n
TAXI<\/h6>\n

Travel time is approximately 15\u201320 minutes to the MECC Maastricht.<\/p>\n

Taxis are readily available throughout the city, including at Maastricht Central Station and all major hotels. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions, especially during busy conference periods. Taxis provide direct drop-off at the MECC entrance, offering a convenient and comfortable option for visitors.<\/p>\n

Uber is also available in Maastricht and functions similarly to traditional taxis. Rides can be booked through the Uber app<\/a>, and pricing is displayed in advance. Depending on your location and the time of day, Uber may offer shorter waiting times or more cost-effective rates compared to standard taxi services.<\/p>\n

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BUS<\/h6>\n

1. Bus to Maastricht Central Station<\/strong><\/em>
\nFrom various points in the city\u2014such as the historic center, Wyck district, or major hotels\u2014you can take a local bus to Maastricht Central Station (Maastricht CS). Several bus lines stop here, and buses generally run frequently throughout the day.<\/p>\n

2. Train from Maastricht CS to Maastricht\u2011Randwyck Station<\/strong><\/em>
\nAt Maastricht CS, transfer to a local train heading toward Maastricht\u2011Randwyck.<\/p>\n

The train ride is approximately 3\u20134 minutes.
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3. Short Walk to MECC<\/strong><\/em>
\nAfter arriving at Maastricht\u2011Randwyck Station, it’s a 250\u2011meter walk to the MECC.
\nThe route is well signposted, and the conference center is directly adjacent to the station\u2014ideal for visitors with luggage or tight schedules.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Preferred ESTIV Airports<\/strong><\/h5>\n