Venue & Travel
Conference Venue
Novotel Paris 14 Porte d'Orléans
21 Bd Romain Rolland 15, 17, 75014 Paris, France
The venue is in the south of Paris at Porte d'Orléans, on the edge of the 14th arrondissement, with the Metro and tram a few minutes' walk away.
Getting There
The venue is a few minutes' walk from Porte d'Orléans, served by Metro line 4 and tram T3a.
By Metro and tram
Metro line 4 runs straight through central Paris to Porte d'Orléans, via Gare du Nord, Gare de l'Est, Châtelet, Saint-Michel, Montparnasse and Denfert-Rochereau. Tram T3a stops at Porte d'Orléans too.
From Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris' main international airport. Take RER B to Denfert-Rochereau, then Metro line 4 towards Bagneux–Lucie Aubrac for three stops to Porte d'Orléans. A taxi takes about 45–60 minutes, depending on traffic.
From Paris-Orly Airport (ORY)
Handles European, Mediterranean and some long-haul flights. Take Metro line 14 to Châtelet, then Metro line 4 towards Bagneux–Lucie Aubrac to Porte d'Orléans. Alternatively, take Orlyval to Antony, then RER B to Denfert-Rochereau and Metro line 4. A taxi takes about 30 minutes, depending on traffic.
By train
- Gare Montparnasse (western France, e.g. Bordeaux), Gare du Nord (Eurostar from London and Brussels) and Gare de l'Est: take Metro line 4 directly to Porte d'Orléans.
- Gare de Lyon (Lyon, Marseille, south-east France) and Gare Saint-Lazare (Normandy): take Metro line 14 to Châtelet, then Metro line 4.
Tickets and getting around
- Navigo 1-Day Pass: unlimited Metro, RER, tram and bus travel for the day. It doesn't cover airport trains.
- Airport ticket: for journeys to and from CDG or Orly.
Buy both in the Île-de-France Mobilités app or at station machines.
By taxi
Use the official taxi ranks at airports and stations, or a licensed ride-hailing app. Official taxis charge fixed fares between the airports and Paris.
Fares and routes can change. Please check the current information with Île-de-France Mobilités and your airline before travelling.
Where to Stay
Participants book and pay for their own accommodation. We recommend booking early, as Paris is busy in spring.
About Paris
Paris is one of Europe's great centres of learning, culture and science, home to world-renowned universities, research institutes, museums and libraries. From the Latin Quarter to the banks of the Seine, the city rewards visitors who add a few hours of exploration to their conference days.
Registration for in-person participants includes a free guided tour of Paris.
Practical Information
Currency
France uses the euro (€). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted and ATMs are easy to find, but it’s useful to carry some cash for small purchases, cafés and markets.
Power Outlet
France uses plug types C and E. Plug type C has two round pins, while type E has two round pins with a hole for the socket’s grounding pin.
The standard voltage is 230V with a frequency of 50Hz.
Medication
If you are taking prescription medication, it’s recommended to bring enough for your entire stay. French regulations allow travelers to carry personal medication for their own use.
However, you should carry a copy of your prescription and keep medicines in their original packaging. Importing medicines by mail to private individuals is generally restricted.
Visa and Entry
France is part of the Schengen Area. Nationals of many countries can visit France without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Travellers who need a Schengen visa must apply before they travel.
Check the current requirements, including the EU Entry/Exit System and ETIAS travel authorisation, on the official France-Visas website.
Need a Visa?
Register first, then request an invitation letter confirming your registration and participation.
See You in Paris
Register to secure your place, and request an invitation letter if you need a visa.