Switzerland, Lucerne and the Congress Site
Your Hosting Country Switzerland
Switzerland is a small multi-cultural, multi-lingual country located in the very heart of Europe. It shares common frontiers with five countries – Germany, France, Italy, Austria and the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein. The diversity of the landlocked, mountainous country is the essence of Switzerland and gives the country its unique identity. Still, it is best known for its financial institutions, fine cheeses and chocolate, watch making industry, for its scenery and an excellent network of public transportation.
Climate: Because of its central position, the weather is influenced by the four main European air currents – from the Atlantic, the eastern continent, the northern subpolar region and the Mediterranean south. The climate is temperate on the Central Plateau, otherwise it differs considerably from region to region.
Languages: German (63,7%), French (20,4%), Italian (6,5%), Rhaeto-Romanic (0,5%)
Monetary: Swiss Francs
Travel: Numerous airlines serve Zurich, Geneva and Basel. For Lucerne it is best to fly to Zurich (Airport - Lucerne City: approx. 1 hours by train).
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City of Lucerne
The Organizing Committee will negotiate with various hotels to have a special rate for all participants. Briefly, there are 3 classes of hotels: A-class (CHF 420.00+), B-class (CHF 260.00 - 420.00), C-class (CHF 180.00 -260.00). There are also youth hostels, B & B and private accomodations available (CHF 30.00 -180.00).
Congress Site
Kultur und Kongresshaus Luzern, Switzerland www.kkl-luzern.ch