Do you have questions about the conference, but they are of quite practical nature? Then stop searching. You’ll probably find the answers to your questions in the FAQ down below.
We have compiled answers to important fundamental questions and details for you: from car journey to coffee, from Wi-Fi to on-site payment options. We will continuously edit, expand and improve the FAQ!
We want to make your stay in Cologne as comfortable, practical and close to life as possible. To this end, we are happy to share our experience and knowledge of the city and this university with you!
About the conference
What does it cost to attend the conference?
Registrations for the conference are only possible until 21.08.2023.
Early Bird ticket sales ended on 30.06.2023
Circle of people
Price category
Members of the ILIAS Association
350€
Non-members of the association
400€
Lecturers and workshop leaders
150€
Members of the UoC; attendance of the conference, without social event
50€
Members of the UoC; visit to the conference, with social event
250€
Lecturers of the UoC, without remaining participation in the conference.
0€
Where can I register for the conference?
Registration has started! You can find the link to the Converia booking portal on the conference page of the ILIAS association: https://www.ilias-conference.org/.
You can still register up until 21st August, 2023.
Where can I find the conference programme?
The conference programme can be found on the official conference website of the ILIAS association. Here you can find the programme: https://www.ilias-conference.org/programm/
Where will the presentations of the conference take place?
The presentations of the conference will take place in the Lecture Hall Building and the Seminar Building of the University of Cologne. It is located directly at Albertus-Magnus-Platz between the main building and the Philosophikum. You can also find more information about the conference venue here (German only):
The best way to get there is to take the KVB (Kölner-Verkehrs-Betriebe (Cologne Public Transport Authority)) to the stations "Bachemer Str." (bus line 142) or "Universität" (bus lines 130, 134, 142; tram line 9). From there it is only a short walk.
You can also download the KVB app in advance. There you will find a city map, information and ticket purchase options: https://www.kvb.koeln/app/index.html
What is the best way to get to the conference by car and where can I park?
Please note that you cannot freely use the parking facilities of the UoC. Guests should use the parking facilities of the city of Cologne.
What other travel options are there in Cologne?
Rental bikes: One way to get from A to B in Cologne is to rent a bike. This transport option is particularly popular during the summer. The best-known and most widespread are probably the services offered by the KVB (Nextbike) and the Deutsche Bahn (Call a Bike). For both, an app is required for access. You can find a comprehensive overview of the various offers in Cologne on the ADFC website: https://koeln.adfc.de/artikel/fahrraeder-mieten-und-leihen-in-koeln.
E-scooters: You can also get around comfortably in Cologne with an e-scooter. The best-known providers are probably "Tier" or "Lime". For the respective providers, you usually need the corresponding app. You should also observe the rules for e-scooters issued by the city of Cologne: https://www.stadt-koeln.de/artikel/68437/index.html
During the Conference
Where can I drop off or lock up my luggage or jacket?
Coffee, soft drinks and refreshments will provisionally be available in the corridors of the lecture hall building.
Do I need a canteen card to use the university cafés or the canteen?
No, you do not need a canteen card. You can make cashless payments at all catering outlets at the university.
Where is the nearest cash machine and/or kiosk?
The nearest cash machine (Kölner Sparkasse) is directly at the Philosophikum (neighbouring building of the lecture hall building). You will find the nearest kiosk after a short walk on the corner of Universitätsstraße/Zülpicher Straße here: https://goo.gl/maps/T82BXN5Uj1GXeTfK7
Will there be internet access?
Yes, you will be able to use the WiFi of the University of Cologne. When you register, you will receive a personal code which you can use to log on to the network.
Alternatively, you can also connect to the eduroam network.
Is there a stream or a video recording?
Lecture Hall B (opening, keynotes and lectures) will be streamed on both days via the YouTube channel of the University of Cologne.
