EUROMAT 2027 will be held at the Messe Congress Graz, a modern conference centre in the heart of Styria's capital. Find nearby hotels, transport options, and everything you need for your stay.
Messe Congress Graz
Messeplatz 1, 8010 Graz, Austria
September 12–16, 2027
5 full days of programme
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Graz is well connected by air, rail, road, and bus. Expand each section for details, distances, and direct links to route planners.
Graz Airport (GRZ) is located just 9 km south of the city centre, with a transfer time of approximately 15 minutes by taxi or airport bus. The airport offers direct flights to destinations including Vienna, Munich, Frankfurt, Zurich, Dusseldorf, Amsterdam, and Istanbul, with connections to worldwide destinations through these hubs.
Transfer options from Graz Airport: Airport bus line 631 runs every 20 minutes to the main train station (Graz Hauptbahnhof) and city centre. Taxis are available directly outside the terminal (approx. €20–25 to city centre). Car rental agencies are located in the arrivals hall.
Alternative airports: Vienna Airport (VIE) is the largest international hub in Austria, roughly 2 hours from Graz by train or car. Ljubljana Airport (LJU, 1.5h by car) and Klagenfurt Airport (KLU, 1.5h by car) are additional options.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graz | GRZ | 9 km | 15 min bus/taxi |
| Vienna | VIE | 200 km | ~2h by train |
| Ljubljana | LJU | 190 km | ~1.5h by car |
| Klagenfurt | KLU | 150 km | ~1.5h by car |
Graz Hauptbahnhof (main train station) is located about 1.5 km west of the venue and is well served by trams (lines 1, 3, 6, 7) reaching the Messe Congress area in under 10 minutes. The station is a major hub in the Austrian rail network operated by ÖBB (Austrian Federal Railways).
Direct rail connections include high-frequency services from Vienna (2h 35min, hourly), Salzburg (4h), Linz (3h), and Klagenfurt (2h 45min). International connections run to Munich (via Salzburg, ~5h), Zurich (via Innsbruck, ~7h), Ljubljana (3.5h), Zagreb (4h), and Budapest (5.5h via Vienna). Overnight trains (Nightjet) connect Graz with several European cities.
| From | Duration | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Vienna | ~2h 35min | Hourly (Railjet) |
| Salzburg | ~4h | Every 2h |
| Munich | ~5h | Several daily |
| Ljubljana | ~3h 30min | Several daily |
| Zagreb | ~4h | Several daily |
| Budapest | ~5h 30min | Via Vienna |
| Zurich | ~7h | Via Innsbruck |
Graz is easily accessible by car via Austria's motorway network. The city is connected by the A2 Südautobahn (from Vienna and southern Austria/Italy) and the A9 Pyhrn Autobahn (from Linz and western Austria). From the motorway exits, follow signs to "Messe / Congress" or "Messeplatz".
Vignette (toll sticker): A valid motorway vignette is required on all Austrian motorways. Digital vignettes can be purchased online at asfinag.at before your trip. A 10-day vignette costs approx. €9.90.
Parking: The Messe Congress Graz has on-site parking facilities (Messeparkhaus, approx. €10/day). Additional public parking garages are available within walking distance, including Citypark (Lazarettgürtel) and Parkhaus Andreas-Hofer-Platz.
| From | Distance | Driving Time | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna | 200 km | ~2h 15min | A2 |
| Munich | 350 km | ~3h 30min | A8 → A10 → A9 |
| Salzburg | 280 km | ~3h | A10 → A9 |
| Ljubljana | 190 km | ~2h | A1 → A9 |
| Zagreb | 290 km | ~3h | A2 → A9 |
| Milan | 640 km | ~6h 30min | A4 → A23 → A9 |
| Prague | 470 km | ~5h | D1 → A1 → A2 |
| Budapest | 360 km | ~3h 30min | M1 → A2 |
FlixBus operates an extensive network of long-distance coach services connecting Graz with cities across Europe. Buses typically arrive at the Graz Bus Terminal (adjacent to Graz Hauptbahnhof), from which the venue is easily reached by tram or on foot (approx. 20 min walk).
FlixBus connections to Graz are available from Vienna (2.5–3h), Munich (5–6h), Zagreb (4h), Ljubljana (3h), Budapest (4.5h), Prague (7h), Milan (8h), and many other European cities. Booking in advance often yields fares from €9.99.
Local public transport: Within Graz, Verbundlinie Steiermark operates an extensive bus and tram network. Tram lines 1, 3, 6, and 7 connect Graz Hauptbahnhof with the Messe Congress area. Single tickets (€2.70) can be purchased at ticket machines, via the Verbundlinie app, or on board. A 24-hour ticket (€5.60) covers unlimited travel within the Graz zone.
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