Venue
How to get there
Geographic location
The EUnetCCC Annual Meeting 2026 will take place at Lisboa Congress Centre, in Alcântara, between Lisbon city centre and Belém.
The venue is easily reached by Tram 15E and several Carris buses. The closest stop is R. Junqueira (Centro Congressos).
From Lisbon Airport, take the Metro to the city centre, then connect via Cais do Sodré by tram, bus, taxi or ride-hailing service.
Please check public transport schedules closer to the event dates.
Address:
Lisbon Congress Centre
Praça das Indústrias 1
1300-307 Lisbon
Portugal
About Lisbon
Lisbon
- Portugal’s capital is set on the north bank of the Tagus Estuary, facing the Atlantic.
- A historic and welcoming city, Lisbon combines river views, old neighbourhoods, gastronomy, Fado and contemporary culture.
- The sun shines around 290 days a year and temperatures rarely drop below 15°C.
Why Lisbon
- Compact and easy to explore, with strong hotel, restaurant and cultural offer.
- Belém, Alcântara and the riverside area place delegates close to key museums, monuments and the congress venue.
- Lisbon Airport connects the city with major European and intercontinental hubs.
Congress Venue
- Lisbon Congress Centre
- Address: Praça das Indústrias 1, 1300-307 Lisbon, Portugal.
- Located in Alcântara, between the city centre and Belém, close to the Tagus riverfront.
Features Lisbon
Jerónimos Monastery
- UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983 and one of Lisbon’s most important 16th-century landmarks.
National Ancient Art Museum
- Major public collection covering painting, sculpture, jewellery and decorative arts from the 12th to the 19th century.
National Coach Museum
- A unique collection of royal coaches, berlins, sedan chairs and carriages from the 17th to 19th centuries.
Arco da Rua Augusta
- One of Lisbon’s iconic viewpoints, open to the public and overlooking the downtown area and the Tagus.
Belém & Riverfront
- Historic riverside district close to the venue, with museums, monuments, gardens and river views.
Getting to Lisbon
By Air
- Lisbon Airport is close to the city centre and has direct Metro access.
- The Airport–Saldanha Metro route reaches downtown Lisbon in about 20 minutes.
By Rail
- Main railway stations include Santa Apolónia and Gare do Oriente.
- Both connect to Lisbon’s public transport network.
By Road
- Lisbon is served by major road accesses, including the A1, 25 de Abril Bridge, Vasco da Gama Bridge and regional ring roads.
By Sea
- Lisbon is a frequent cruise destination, with terminals along the Tagus riverfront.
Getting Around
- Use Metro, Carris buses and trams, CP urban trains, taxis or ride-hailing services.
- Check operating routes and schedules before travel.
Useful websites
- Airport: aeroportolisboa.pt
- Metro: metrolisboa.pt
- Buses & trams: carris.pt
- Trains: cp.pt
How to get to the Lisbon Congress Centre
By Tram
- Tram 15E
- Stop: R. Junqueira (Centro Congressos).
By Bus
- Bus 732
- Bus 714
- Other verified options stopping near the venue: 727, 751 and 756.
By Train
- Take the Cascais Line from Cais do Sodré.
- Exit at Alcântara-Mar or Belém, then walk or connect by tram/bus to R. Junqueira (Centro Congressos).
By Metro + Tram
- Metro does not stop directly at the venue.
- Travel to Cais do Sodré, then take Tram 15E or Bus 714/732 to R. Junqueira (Centro Congressos).
From Lisbon Airport
- Metro: Airport–Saldanha line to the city centre, then connect to Cais do Sodré and Tram 15E.
- Taxi or ride-hailing: usually 15–25 minutes, depending on traffic.
By Car
- Venue address: Praça das Indústrias 1, 1300-307 Lisbon.
- Two independently managed car parks provide direct venue access and capacity for around 1,100 vehicles.
Partner Hotels
For the 2026 edition, special accommodation rates are available at the hotels listed below, for stays from 25 to 27 November 2026.
Hotel Vila Galé Ópera
Right in front of the Tagus River, you will find the hotel Vila Galé Ópera, located near the Lisbon Congress Center and the leisure area of Docas. In just a few minutes, you will reach the monumental area of Belém and the historic center of the Portuguese capital.
- Address: Travessa do Conde da Ponte, Alcântara, Lisbon
- Distance to the venue: 5 minutes on foot
- Reference rate: €180 per night, single occupancy, excluding city tax. Bed & breakfast included.
- Promotional code: EUNETCCC - use this code to benefit from the reference rate
Jerónimos 8
Jerónimos 8 is a brilliant merging of the best of Portugal past and present. Located in Lisbon historic Belém district, the 1940s building has been reinvigorated by locally-based architects Capinha Lopes and Associates.
- Address: Rua Julieta Ferrão nº10 - 9º, 1600-131 Lisbon, Portugal
- Distance to the venue: 30 minutes on foot/ 6 minutes by car
- Promotional code: EUNETCCC26 – use this code to benefit from a 5% discount