The 21st edition of the conference will take place at Les Roches in Crans-Montana, a picturesque alpine village nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, within the canton of Valais. Renowned for hosting prestigious sporting events such as the Ski World Cup, Crans-Montana continues to be a hub for international competitions, including the 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships and the upcoming 2027 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships.

Instructions on room reservations directly at the Hotel

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Reaching Les Roches, Crans-Montana, Valais/Wallis

✈ By Air

The nearest airports to Crans-Montana are:

Geneva Airport (GVA): approx. 180 km, ~2.5 hours by car/train. The train leaves directly from the airport;
Zurich Airport (ZRH): approx. 260 km, ~3.5 hours by car/train;
Bern Airport (BRN): approx. 120 km, ~2 hours by car/train;
Milano Malpensa (MXP): approx. 171 km, ~3 hours by car;

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🚆 By Train

The closest major train station is Sierre/Siders, which is well-connected to Swiss and international rail networks. From Sierre, a funicular railway Crans-Montana: Funicular takes you directly up to Crans-Montana in about 12 minutes. The stop corresponding to the conference location is Bluche (3rd from Sierre). Trains from Geneva, Zurich, and Bern run frequently to Sierre.

Plan your journey with the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB).

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🚌 By Bus

Local buses and shuttles operate between Sierre and Crans-Montana, especially during peak tourist seasons.

You can buy passes with SBB.

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🚗 By Car

Crans-Montana is easily accessible by car: - From Geneva: Take the A1 and A9 highways to Sierre, then follow signs to Crans-Montana. - From Zurich: Take the A1 to Bern, then the A6 and A9 to Sierre. - From Milan: Via the Simplon Pass or the Simplon Tunnel (car train), then A9 to Sierre. - From Turin: Via the Gd S Bernand tunnel, then A9 to Sierre.

Highways in Switzerland require a vignette pass. An electronic version is also available via Register the e-vignette Switzerland and start driving immediately.

Parking is available throughout the resort, including at Les Roches (a reservation is required) and near the ski lifts.

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