Conference Logistics

Getting There

By Plane

From Eindhoven Airport: You can take a shuttle bus from Eindhoven airport to Eindhoven railway station and then take a train to 's-Hertogenbosch. schedule

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: There is a direct intercity connection from the railway station (beneath the airport) to 's-Hertogenbosch. Direct trains depart every 30 minutes and the trip takes about 1 hour.schedule

From Rotterdam The Hague airport: You can take a shuttle bus from the airport to Rotterdam Central station and then take a train to 's-Hertogenbosch, with a change over in Breda. schedule.

By Train

's-Hertogenbosch can be reached by train from 4 directions. Check itineraries and options offered by NS, NS international, DB, SBB, etc.

Best places to get off the international trains are Breda, Arnhem, Venlo or Deventer. Occasionally, ICE trains from Germany are passing 's-Hertogenbosch.

Most trains in The Netherlands run at least every 30 minutes during the day, but not at all during the night (+/- 0:30-6:00).

Visa

If you need a visa for your trip to The Netherlands, you can find information here.

We can provide a letter of invitation after you have subscribed and paid for the conference. If you need one, please send us an email.

Getting Around

By Bike

Most popular Dutch transport is of course the bike! Cycling in 's-Hertogenbosch is convenient and fun, and will allow you to easily reach hotels a bit further away from the venue.

Many hotels have a set of rental bikes available for guests.

By Foot

The venue, the railway station and the city center are well within walking distance (1.5 km) from each other.

By Bus

Local buses normally run every 30 minutes. The bus station is in front of the railway station.

A map with bus lines can be downloaded here.

By Car

Mind that parking near the venue is not easy. There is a free parking nearby, but it is filled up early in the morning by commuters parking near the railway station. The rest of the area is paid parking only.

For other parking information, visit this webiste.

Hotels


There are plenty hotels and (Air)B&B's in 's-Hertogenbosch, but it's recommended to BOOK EARLY. Check for example booking.com for options.

For the conference we made a deals with a few hotels, who will keep some rooms free for the next weeks and some even give discounts. You'll find those hotels below this section.

Mövenpick

Located at the waterfront of the lake outside the historical city centre. This 4-star hotel was recently renovated.

4.5 km

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Until the 1st of March, the hotel offers a 10% discount on the regular prices for conference visitors. You can make a reservation by phone (0031-736874674) or email (hotel.s-hertogenbosch@movenpick.com) and mention the code "QGIS2023".

De Soete Moeder

Located just outside the center in an old monastry you don’t just book a simple stay. Here you are guaranteed of spending a divine night at a unique location in ‘s-Hertogenbosch!

2.2 km

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The hotel offers a 10% discount for conference visitors. Book on their website and use discount code "QGIS2023" (in the top of the screen).

Golden Tulip Hotel Central

Located in the heart of 's-Hertogenbosch, overlooking the medieval market square. It offers comfortable rooms and facilities.

1.5 km

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The hotel offers a 10% discount for conference visitors. You can make a reservation at their website and use the discount code "QGIS2023".

The Den

Located within walking distance of the city center and station. It offers 4-star accommodation and has a fitness centre, a terrace and a bar.

1.4 km

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The hotel keeps a number of rooms reserved for the conference. Room prices are variable and higher during the weekend. Please mention the QGIS user conference when making a reservation on their website.