ABOUT STUTTGART
THE CITY OF STUTTGART:
WELCOME TO THE LAND OF INVENTORS AND THINKERS!
The state capital of Stuttgart is the geographic, economic and political hub of the federal state of Baden-Württemberg. It is surrounded by vineyards and woodlands, and its numerous parks and green spaces are inviting places to linger. Stuttgart’s special charm is defined by its vineyards. The city has a long tradition of wine growing.
The Stuttgart Region is known for its economic strength, as the cradle of the automobile, the home of countless global players and of innovative, medium-sized enterprises from the automobile and engineering sectors. It is one of the most important high-tech centres for mobility, aerospace, engineering, finance and green technology.
Copyright: SMG Stuttgart Marketing GmbH – Sarah Schmid
5 REASONS TO VISIT STUTTGART
1. Centre of Science and Commerce
2. A diverse and exceptional event infrastructure
3. Swabian hospitality
4. Uniquely eventful
5. Central location and easy to reach
The Stuttgart Region is known for its economic strength, as the cradle of the automobile, the home of countless global players and of innovative, medium-sized enterprises from the automobile and engineering sectors. It is one of the most important high-tech centres for mobility, aerospace, engineering, finance and green technology.
eat & drink
Are you attending the VIP reception at the Odense City Hall on March 13th 2023?
Odense is filled with restaurants and cafés all providing their own favorite foods and beverages. At the conference venue you can get a flier with information about the most convenient offerings during your stay. If you want to do some research before you come, head on over to www.visitodense.com/gastro for a look at the best places to dine in Odense.
Travel
How to get to Stuttgart
Stuttgart has direct transport links to many German and European cities as well as with Atlanta in the USA – it’s easy to reach by road, air or rail. Thanks to its excellent ÖPNV public transport network, you can reach your destination in the Stuttgart Region in an eco-friendly way.
By air
The quickest way to get to Stuttgart is by air. Stuttgart Airport is one of the most modern in Europe. 39 airlines fly to around 110 destinations in 32 countries, around 7 million passengers used this connection to Stuttgart in 2022. The Messe Stuttgart and the ICS International Congress Center Stuttgart are located in the direct vicinity of the airport. Lines S2 and S3 of the rapid transit railway (S-Bahn) and the line U6 (U-Bahn) provide a direct link from the airport to the main railway station in the heart of the city in only 27 minutes journey time. Motorists can reach Stuttgart’s “Gateway to the World” via the A8 Karlsruhe – Munich motorway.
By train
The Stuttgart Main Train Station is an important junction of the international north-south and east-west stretches. Through the rail network with ICE, TGV and IC trains Stuttgart is directly connected with 13 European capitals. When you’re looking for a connection, the new best price finder on bahn.com gives you a practical overview of the lowest ticket prices throughout the entire day.
By car
The Autobahnen:
- A 8: Karlsruhe – Stuttgart – Munich (Exits Stuttgart-Zentrum / Vaihingen, Stuttgart-Degerloch, Stuttgart-Flughafen)
- A 81: Stuttgart – Heilbronn – Würzburg (Exits Stuttgart-Feuerbach, Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen)
- A 831 / A81: Stuttgart – Rottweil – Singen – Lake of Constance (Exits Stuttgart-Zentrum / Vaihingen)
How to get around
Upon your arrival in Denmark, you will only need to take the train to Odense once, and back to Copenhagen Airport. From Billund Airport in Jutland you have to take a bus to the city of Vejle, and then take the train to Odense. In Odense city, everything is within walking distance. You will need to take the tram from “ODEON” to “Campus Odense” once on Wednesday for the SDU TEK visit, Award Ceremony and Gala diner, and then back in the evening. That is it!
Additional site visits are in chartered busses leaving from the Odeon Venue.aving from the Odeon Venue.
Tram
The newly opened tram runs from the north to the south of the city. You can pay with Rejsekort or buy a ticket at one of the selected shops along the route. BUY TICKETS HERE
Please note, that if you pool up 3-15 persons, you get half price through the link above!
City Buses
Odense is also covered by a network of city buses that run on lines forming a star pattern with the central train station in the middle. Again, you can pay with your Rejsekort or buy tickets online (Choose English at the top of the page). For more information about the buses and a map of the lines, please visit Fynbus.
You will ONLY need the city busses if you decide to venture out on your own, or stay at a hotel not in the city center. The entire ERF program is constructed in such a manner, that the tram and your own two feet will do.
Map of erf 2023
Click here to view the .pdf version of the map
Visa requirements
All non-German nationals entering Germany must provide valid travel documentation. Delegates who hold neither an EU passport nor a Schengen visa should check as soon as possible the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs website to see if they require a visa to enter Germany, as visa applications can take as long as several months during high season as well as meet temporarily limitations.
Visa regulations depend on your nationality and your country of origin. For the most updated information regarding visa requirements, we suggest you contact your local german consulate or visa counter for full and official instruction on the specific visa regulation and application procedures that apply to you.
If a visa is required, delegates should apply to the German Diplomatic and Consular Representations in their country of residence with the documents outlined on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ website.
The official VISA letter and invitation to the conference can be downloaded through your personal page at registration area of the conference website.
If additional support for your VISA application is needed, The Conference Secretariat will be at your disposal for further assistance. Please contact us at email address Visa@aimgroup.eu
Presentation of the requested documentation does NOT guarantee that the VISA will be granted. Please note that the Secretariat will not be able to contact or intervene with any Embassy or Consulate office on behalf of a registrant. The invitation letter does NOT financially or legally obligate AIM in any way. All expenses incurred in relation to the event and to obtaining a VISA are the sole responsibility of the registrant. AIM does NOT accept any responsibility for registration, travel, accommodation and/or other costs incurred due to the rejection of a registrant’s visa application.
HOTEL
For ERF 2025 a block of rooms at special conditions has been reserved (a wide selection of different hotels is available). The benefit for participants who book a room via the booking link here below is that a free public transport ticket is included with every booking.
Stuttgart is a pulsing city with lots of events all year round. Since an international trade fair and two other minor trade fairs will be taking place in conjunction with ERF 2025, hotel rooms are in high demand therefore we strongly suggest you booking your accommodation well in advance.
