Welcome to Munich!

The city capital of Bavaria, Munich is an ultra-modern business city home to three universities and 1.5 million inhabitants. A city with a notable zest for life, a tradition of hospitality, and a cosmopolitan outlook. Located on the Isar river, its broad, flat banks and spacious riverside meadows allow opportunities to stroll, paddle and cycle. Countless extensive parklands make the city a green oasis, with its urban park the English Garden enchanting locals and tourists alike.

Situated in the heart of Europe, Munich is a cosmopolitan, international city which combines a homely, traditional appeal with the flair of a cosmopolitan city, a thoroughly modern lifestyle and world-class culture. Connoisseurs and foodies of all persuasions are thrilled by the culinary diversity of Munich, where local and traditional influences blend with Mediterranean and international cuisine.

Official Congress Hotels

Book your accommodation for ISAKOS 2025!
Thank you for joining us for the 15th Biennial ISAKOS Congress! ISAKOS has negotiated special room rates for congress participants at a number of Hotels within Munich. Two hotels, the NOVOTEL MUENCHEN MESSE and BAYERISCHER HOF, will serve as dual Headquarter hotels for the 2025 Congress.

Located .36 km from the Congress Venue, the Novotel Muenchen Messe is recommended for those who wish to be within walking distance to the Convention Center.

The Bayerischer Hof, located 8.87 km from the Congress Venue, is a great option for Congress attendees who wish to have access to both the Congress Venue and Downtown Munich. Attendees may take the Metro to the Congress Center each day, while enjoying close access to numerous restaurants, shops, and historic sites within Munich.

ISAKOS will also be offering a variety of alternative accommodations located within Munich and near the Congress Venue, through our Official Congress Partner, Kenes Group.  We invite all attendees to take the opportunity to receive special congress rates! Please use the link below to access accommodation options for the 2025 Congress.

Please note:
Kenes Group is the official accommodation partner for the 2025 ISAKOS Congress in Munich. There are an increasing number of fake websites claiming to offer hotel services. We would like to alert all ISAKOS members and delegates to be aware of possible scams and only use trusted registration and accommodation services via the ISAKOS 2025 congress website.

Congress Venue
International Congress Center München
Messe München GmbH
Messegelände, 81823 München
GERMANY

Group Bookings
For group bookings (10 rooms or more) or if you have any special requirements kindly contact:

ANNA IVANOVA
Hotel Sales Specialist
Email: aivanova@kenes.com

Tour Opportunities

Explore all that Munich has to offer!

Through Simply Munich, Congress attendees and their guests have the opportunity to register for day tours in Munich and the surrounding areas. Please note, tour logistics and specifics are subject to change. To view available half-day tours within Munich and day-tours to the surrounding areas, please visit the Tours Page.

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International Airport

Munich International Airport
Nordallee 25, 85356 München-Flughafen, Germany
Airport Code: MUC

The Munich International Airport is approximately a 26-minute drive from the International Congress Center München. You may also travel via the S-Bahn line from the airport, a car ride or bus ride would be needed in addition and take approximately 1 hour. The airport is located in Munich, Germany that serves Upper Bavaria in addition to Munich. It is Germany’s second busiest airport, after the Frankfurt Airport, and is the tenth busiest airport in Europe.

Customs Procedures at Munich Airport

If entering Germany from a non-EU country there are restrictions on certain items, such as, medicine, publications, food, and weapons. You will find the complete list of items on the German customs page.

Immigration Procedure

The are 62 countries who may enter Germany visa free, please check here if your country is on this list or if you will need a tourist visa. If you do need a tourist visa, we recommend beginning the process at least 6 months out from the Congress. You will need an invitation letter for the Congress which you can obtain while registering for the Congress. You can find Germany visa requirements and steps here. Germany allows EU citizens to travel to Germany without a passport, anyone traveling into Germany from outside of the EU is required to have a current passport.

Discounted Airfare Offers

United Airlines

SkyTeam

Special Lufthansa Group Airlines Fares

Entry Into Munich

Upon arrival in Munich, you will need to provide a current passport if you are not coming from within the European Union. The Immigration officer may ask you to provide proof of the necessary economic means and/or a return ticket to your country.

*Information provided on this webpage regarding visas and passports, is supplied as a courtesy. ISAKOS is NOT responsible for any errors, changes or omissions in the information listed above. Please contact your consulate when planning your travel.

Proof of Travel Documents

• Application form completed in English or German. The form should be fully, honestly and correctly completed, printed and signed at the end.
• Declaration of Accuracy of Information.
• Passport-size photographs. Please note that these photos should be identical and fulfil the visa photo requirements. Get your German visa-compliant photo at MyBiometricPhotos.com.
• Valid national passport. The passport should be no older than 10 years and have at least one blank page to affix the visa sticker on it and fulfil the other passport requirements.
• Personal bank statements for the last three months.
• Schengen Travel Insurance. You should submit a confirmation letter from your health insurance stating coverage for emergency medical treatment with a minimum of €30,000. We recommend PROVISIT VISUM by DR-WALTER – It is very cheap, and it is accepted by German consulates worldwide. You can cancel it free of charge, subject to the presentation of proof that a visa has been refused! PROVISIT VISUM provides the mandatory insurance certificate required when you apply for a Schengen visa.
• Proof of accommodation. This can be a hotel booking for your whole stay in the Schengen region or a letter of invitation from a family member or friend residing in any of the Schengen countries.
• Proof of flight reservation. You can use the visa consultation services or find one online.
• Proof of financial means. This could be:
  • A bank statement not older than three months or
  • A letter of sponsorship from another person – Declaration of Commitment “Verpflichtungserklärungen”.
• Leave a letter from your company (if employed)
• No-objection certificate.
  • If you are a student, your school or university should issue this certificate to you.
  • If you are an employee, your employer or the company where you work should issue this letter.
  • If you are not a student and you do not work either, this certificate is not required.
• A Cover Letter. This personal cover letter should explain why you wish to visit Germany, how long you intend to remain there, and what you will be doing there, amongst others.
• Invitation Letter. A letter of invitation from the person the applicant is visiting in Germany, which may take the form of sponsorship or private accommodation. The invitation letter should also include the address, period of stay and contact details of the host.
• Proof of civil status. That could be a marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, spouse’s death certificate, ration card (if applicable), etc.
• Your driver’s license and/or utility bill in your name. This is required as proof of residence in the consulate where you plan to apply for the visa.

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Travel Advisory

ISAKOS would like to remind all conference attendees that it is your responsibility to exercise increased caution when traveling abroad. As a first step in planning any trip, please check the Travel Advisories issued by your home country for your destination. For example, you may access the U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs Travel Advisories.

Conditions can change rapidly and at any time. Be sure to note country-specific details that could affect your travel, including entry/exit requirements, local laws and customs, required vaccinations, health conditions, transportation information, and other travel tips. In general, please be vigilant whenever leaving a hotel. Be aware of your surroundings, particularly in crowded public areas, at large events, and when using public transportation (including taxis). ISAKOS encourages all attendees to travel with increased caution and to always exercise good, common sense.

Tips to Ensure Safety

Travelers should make sure they are up to date on routine vaccines. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggest being up to date on routine vaccines (such as chickenpox, Flu, and Measles-Mumps-Rubella). All eligible travelers should be up to date on their COVID-19 vaccine. It is recommended you get any necessary vaccines 4-6 weeks before travel.

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Munich Travel Tips

Ground Transportation – Buses, Subways & Taxis

Munich has a highly developed and highly functional urban transport system run by the Munich Transportation Corporation (MVG) in close partnership with the Munich Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund (MVV). Tickets can be purchased at ticket machines at U-Bahn and S-Bahn stops, in busses and trams as well as online and via the MVV or MVG app. You may buy single tickets, group tickets and more. Two S-Bahn lines (S1 and S8) connect Munich with the International Airport (also known as the Franz Josef Strauss International Airport), about 30 kilometers away. It takes about 35 minutes to arrive from the airport to the city center, both lines depart alternately from the airport every 10 minutes.

The following means of transport take you to your desired destination in and around the Bavarian capital:

Buses

Scheduled bus services are operated in Munich's metropolitan area. Special night lines operate at night (marked with an "N" in front of the line number).

Tram

13 lines cover a route network of over 80 kilometers. The Munich tram network interconnects with the MVG's bus network, the Munich U-Bahn and the Munich S-Bahn. Special night lines operate at night (marked with an "N" in front of the line number)

U-Bahn

With Munich's subway you can reach about 100 stations in and around the city. The rail network of Munich's 8 U-Bahn lines is interconnected with the S-Bahn. Stations are marked with a capital "U" on blue background.

S-Bahn

8 lines travel through the city. The core route ("Stammstrecke") through the city center offers great flexibility when traveling in the city center with numerous trains. You can transfer from the Munich Airport to the city center with the S-Bahn lines S1 and S8 (see below). Stations are marked with a capital "S" on green background.

Taxis

Taxis are also available in Munich for travel within the city and to and from the airport. Taxis are generally pricier than public transportation but another good and reliable form of transportation. Here you can find general pricing information for taxis and 3 major taxi company’s numbers for any travel you would like to book ahead of time.

Climate

Electrical Outlets

Currency