Zürich is located at the heart of Europe and at the foot of the Swiss Alps. Zürich unites creative city life and idyllic scenery within the smallest of areas. It offers over 50 museums and more than 100 galleries, while inquisitive city explorers can discover the striking contrast between the picturesque Old Town and modern urban quarters. All major sites are within walking distance from the ETH Zürich, which makes getting to know Zürich on foot extremely easy. Furthermore, there are plenty of restaurants, bars and clubs offering a vibrant nightlife. Nature lovers will delight in the city’s location, directly by the lake of Zürich, which offers a beautiful scenery and fresh-water swimming.

How to get....

From the airport to city centre: 
Zürich Airport is connected to the city centre with train lines S2 and S16. The S2 line runs from the Zürich Airport to Zürich Hauptbahnhof (Zürich Central Station).

To the conference venue:
From Zürich Hauptbahnhof (Zürich Central Station), you can reach the ETH Main Building by walk or by Polybahn cable car.

Time zone: CET

Calling code: +41

Airport: Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Currency: Swiss franc (CHF)

Power socket: an adapter might be needed, depending on the location you are arriving from. Switzerland uses Type J and C power sockets.

Visa: Citizens of Schengen states do not need visa to enter Switzerland. For citizens outside Schengen states, please see further information available here.

Conference venue location

ETH Zürich

We are thrilled to announce that this year’s conference will be held at the prestigious ETH Zürich. Founded in 1855, ETH holds prestige and long tradition in the fields of science and technology. 2025 also marks the 170th anniversary of ETH Zürich highlighting the long history of the institution.

Situated at the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, ETH Zürich is pioneering solutions to the global challenges of today and tomorrow. It has more than 20,000 students from over 120 different countries. Freedom and individual responsibility, entrepreneurial spirit and open-mindedness: ETH Zürich stands on a bedrock of true Swiss values.

The university for science and technology dates back to the year 1855, when the founders of modern-day Switzerland created it as a centre for innovation and knowledge. ETH Zürich regularly features in international rankings as one of the top 10 universities in the world and the leading university in continental Europe.

ETH Zürich has a living commitment to sustainable development in its four core areas of activity – Research, Teaching, Campus and Dialogue with Society. Through its research, ETH Zürich furnishes the technical and scientific know-how required for sustainable development. ETH Zürich also trains the next generation of scholars that advocate for sustainable development. ETH Zürich reflects the principles of sustainability by integrating them into the administration and planning of its campus.