From Munich Airport (MUC), you can reach The Westin Grand Munich by taking the S8 suburban train toward the city center and getting off at Leuchtenbergring Station. From there, it’s about a 10-minute walk to the hotel. The journey takes around 35–40 minutes and costs approximately €12. A taxi or ride-share from the airport takes about 30 minutes, depending on traffic, and costs around €70–80.

From Munich Central Station (Hauptbahnhof), take the S-Bahn (S4 or S6) toward Leuchtenbergring and walk about 10 minutes to the hotel. The trip takes around 20 minutes and costs about €3–4. A taxi or ride-share from the station takes roughly 15 minutes and costs around €25–30.

If you are traveling by car, parking is available at venue hotel.

Munich has an extensive public transportation system. It consists of a network of underground (U-Bahn), suburban trains (S-Bahn), trams and buses. Subway stations are marked with signs showing a white “U” on a blue background. The S-Bahn suburban lines are marked with a white “S” on a green background. Tram and bus stops are marked with a green “H” inside a green circle on a yellow background.
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The official language of the Conference will be English.

Most European, US and Canadian citizens do not require an entry visa for Germany. Please consult the German Embassy or Consulate nearest to you for specific details relating to visas. It is a responsibility of the participant to obtain a visa if required.

For further information about visa types and requirements, please click here.

The unit of currency in Germany is Euro (EUR).

Most international credit cards are accepted.

You can compare your local currency to the euro here.

Munich enjoys pleasant spring weather in May. The average maximum temperature is around 19°C (66°F), while the average minimum temperature is about 9°C (48°F).

Days are generally mild and sunny, though occasional rain showers are common. Light layers and a waterproof jacket are recommended, as temperatures can vary throughout the day. Parks and gardens are in full bloom, making it a lovely time to explore the city outdoors.

If you require letter of invitation, please note invitation letters are available only to registered participants. The option to request an invitation letter is available within the registration process. 

All event activities (including educational sessions, meal functions, exhibit hall, etc.) are exclusively reserved for registered attendees. Non-registered guests (including children, family members, colleagues, etc.) are not allowed in any of the event areas. Badges provided at registration are required for entrance into all functions and will be strictly enforced. 

The Conference Secretariat and Organizers cannot accept liability for personal accidents or loss of/damage to private property of participants. Participants are advised to take out their own personal travel and health insurance for their trip.