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Facts for the Traveller
Local Time
GMT + 1 hour
Air Travel
Some regional airlines serve the local
airport at Rostock-Laage, but most large airlines serve the airports
in Hamburg and Berlin.
From the airport Rostock-Laage shuttle busses go
to the central bus station next to the railway station. At the Rostock
main railway station there will be local trains (S-Bahn) to Rostock-Warnemünde
running every 15 min at day time with a break between 0:00 and 4:00
a.m.
Ferry Travel
Ferries go from Helsinki (Finland), Trelleborg (Sweden) and Gedser (Denmark).
For further information visit the Homepage of the Scandlines
Deutschland GmbH.
Transportation
The congress center in Rostock-Warnemünde is 20 km far from the
local airport in Rostock-Laage. Transfers will be provided by Taxi or
a local bus service according to the time of arrivals and departures.
All the taxis are creme-colored with a sign written "Taxi"
on their roof. The taxis have a taximeter system.
From the Airports in Berlin and Hamburg bus
or taxi service to the main train stations in these cities will be provided.
From Hamburg: Most trains from Hamburg go directly (without changing)
to Rostock. Travelling time is about 2H 15min and the costs are about
€ 31.
From Berlin: Leaving from Berlin-Lichtenberg or Berlin-Zoologischer
Garten trains go directly to Rostock. Traveling time is about 2h 45min
and tickets cost € 30-35.
Visa
All participants require a valid passport and some may require a visa
for visiting Germany. Please contact your nearest German Embassy / Consulate
for this purpose.
Banking and Currency Exchange
The currency unit is “EURO” in Germany. Foreign currency can
be exchanged on arrival at the airports or at the main train stations
in Berlin and Hamburg. Most of the banks in Germany are open from 10:00
am to 16:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Credit Cards
Most of the hotels, restaurants and shops accept major international
credit cards.
Safety and Security
As all german cities Rostock is a safe city. However, do not leave your
bags or other personal belongings unattended at any time.
Electricity Supply
The electric current is 220 volts / 50 Hz AC with European type connections.
Badges
Wearing badges are mandatory in order to have an access to the scientific
sessions, exhibition and social events.
Handicapped
If special arrangements are required for an individual with a disability
please contact the congress secretariat but as the congress center is
a major hotel there are special arrangements for individuals with a
disability.
Climate
The climate in general is mild with temperatures around 15 – 20°C.
Program Changes
The organization committee cannot assume liability for any changes in
the program due to external or unforeseen circumstances.
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