STOCKHOLM CONVENTION
ON PERSISTENT ORGANIC
POLLUTANTS (POPs)

Where nothing else is indicated, the official meetings under the Stockholm Convention takes place in Geneva. The below information and links may be of use for delegates travelling to Geneva

Meeting venue

Geneva International Conference Centre (CICG)
Rue de Varembé 15
1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland
Telephone: + 41 (0) 22 791 91 11 (central line - direct lines may be in place at the time of the meeting)
Fax: + 41 (0) 22 733 81 06
Internet: www.cicg.ch  

Local transportation

It is easy to get to the Conference Centre once you are in Geneva. Geneva's Cointrin International Airport is about five km away and with a taxi, it takes only about ten minutes to reach the Conference Centre. Geneva's main railway station, Cornavin, is 2 km from the Conference Centre and linked with public transportation (tramway and bus) as well as taxies.

Geneva's public transport is nearly always fast, frequent, safe and clean. From the airport, you can take bus 10 to downtown Geneva. Price 3.00 CHF. You can also take the train for the same price. Connections approximately every 8 minutes.

To get to the Conference Centre from the main train station, you can get bus number 5 (get off at Vermont or Varembé), bus 8 (get off at IUT) or tram 13/15, direction Nations (get off at Sismondi).

Taxis are easily available and safe but comparatively expensive. Call 022 320 22 02 or 022 331 41 33 if you need a taxi.

Hotel reservations

Delegates are required to handle their own hotel reservation by contacting the hotel directly. A list of hotels with UN preferential rates is available for your convenience.

Lunch

It is possible to get a snack or a light meal at the Conference Centre. If you are looking for a proper meal, there is a variety of possibilities within walking distance from the Centre. A provisional list of lunch places is available for download.

Currency

Swiss franc (CHF). Average exchange rate: 1 Euro ~ 1,66 CHF.

Insurance

Delegates are expected to make their own arrangements for insurance against accidents if so desired.

Other useful links

Geneva International Airport
Map of Geneva with search function
Other tourist information

For specific problems, you are always welcome to contact the Convention Secretariat.

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