Noorderslag 2010

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By train / public transport
Groningen is about 200 km northeast of Amsterdam. Direct trains leave to and from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport every 30 minutes, taking around two and a half hours to get there. To plan your journey and buy train tickets in advance, please check the website of the Dutch Railways (NS).

By airplane
For those of you arriving at Schiphol (Amsterdam Airport), the best option is to take the direct train from there to Groningen (see above). Groningen also has a small airport, but the airport offers flights to Aberdeen only, with transfer options to and from Manchester and Norwich. More information on this airport can be found on www.gae.nl

By foot
The Oosterpoort is located at walking distance form the Groningen Central Station. When exiting the station, go right (don’t cross the water!) and keep following theroad. After about 700 meters you will see The Oosterpoort on your right.

By car
The entire city centre of Groningen is off limits for cars, but there are several parking solutions, all conveniently located and reasonably priced. Please read the brochure Parking in Groningen. 

Shuttle Service
EuroSonic Noorderslag offers special shuttle services that will let you travel between your hotel and the conference in no time. With frequent direct shuttle services all hotels located outside the city centre are connected to both conference and festival venues. Time tables are available at the registration and information desks, situated in A1 Entreehal and C1 Hooghoudt Lounge.

By Taxi
Groningen has various taxi companies. Some suggestions:
Taxi Groningen: +31 (0)50-501 05 00
Taxi Direct: +31 (0)50-577 77 03
Taxi Noord: +31 (0)50-549 49 40
Taxi VTG: +31 (0)50-301 52 22

By bike
Groningen has various bike rentals. The Central Station rents out so called OV-bikes and various hotels offer rental services.