Travel

Travel to Erfurt

By Train:

Erfurt main station is integrated into the ICE network of Deutsche Bahn AG. The ICE route Munich-Berlin enables fast and comfortable travel with ICE trains from all directions.

Fast ICE connections from and to Erfurt:

  • Leipzig-Erfurt: 0:40 h
  • Berlin-Erfurt: 1:40 h
  • Frankfurt-Erfurt: 2:15 h
  • München-Erfurt: 2:30 h
  • Köln-Erfurt: 3:30 h
  • Hamburg-Erfurt: 3:30 h

 

By tram, take lines 3, 5 or 6 from Erfurt main station to the Anger and change to line 2 in the direction of P+R Messe. To go to Entrance East of Messe Erfurt leave line 2 at station "Messe".

Information from local transport SWE/EVAG: https://www.evag-erfurt-netzplan.de/index.php/de/karte

Your Conference Ticket inlcudes a ticket for local transport of EVAG Lines. It is valid 3 hours prior to the start of the event until 3 a.m. on the following day on all EVAG lines within fare zone 10.

 

By Plane:

The direct connection to the airport Erfurt/Weimar - a one-time change from tram line 4 to line 2 at the stop Gothaer Platz is sufficient - simplifies the journey for international visitors.
In addition, Leipzig/Halle Airport can be reached by ICE train in about 30 minutes and Frankfurt Airport in about 130 minutes.

Airports in the surroundings

 

By Car:

You can reach Messe Erfurt by car from all directions in the country.
https://www.messe-erfurt.de/besucher/anreise-unterkunft/anfahrt-parken/

A detailed plan of conference and parking areas close to the ENTRANCE EAST is given here: 
Overview Conference and Parking Areas 

More information you find here: Erfurt Information

 

VISA

Germany is part of the European Union. Many visitors are allowed to enter EU countries without a visa.

Congress delegates who require a visa can easily obtain it from the German Embassy in their home country. On request a letter of invitation will be sent by the conference secretariat, pse-conferences@efds.org. Applications for invitation letters should be received before June 30, 2022.

However, this invitation implies no obligation, financial, visa or otherwise, by PSE Conferences.

 

Travel Restrictions

Coronavirus and entry restrictions - At the following website you can find recent information.

https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/coronavirus/2317268

Website in english language

 

Sightseeing

Erfurt - a destination of distinction

Discover the city's many cultural and architectural treasures and succumb to the charms of Erfurt's romantic old quarter: Germany's largest single heritage site is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike, thanks to its medieval architecture and fascinating history.

The tourist office in Erfurt is happy to help you plan your excursions. www.erfurt-tourismus.de