Welcome to the Practical Information page, your central hub for all key details about the European Liquid Gas Congress 2025. From transportation options to the map of the venue, find everything you need to plan your seamless experience at the ELGC. Your journey starts here.
Katowice, in southern Poland, is a dynamic city blending industrial heritage with a vibrant cultural scene. As the Silesian Voivodeship's capital, it has evolved from a coal mining hub to a modern business and technology center, hosting multinational corporations and research institutions.
The city features a mix of historical and contemporary architecture, including the neo-Gothic St. Mary's Church and the futuristic Spodek arena. Katowice is culturally rich, home to the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra and renowned music festivals like the OFF Festival and Rawa Blues Festival.
Despite its industrial past, Katowice offers extensive green spaces, such as the vast Silesian Park and Katowice Forest Park. Educational institutions like the University of Silesia foster innovation, reinforcing the city's status as a technology hub. Well-connected by road, rail, and Katowice International Airport, the city is highly accessible. Recent urban revitalization projects, like the Culture Zone, underscore Katowice's dynamic transformation and bright future.
Katowice International Airport (KTW) serves numerous domestic and international flights and is located about 30 kilometers from the city center, with shuttle buses and taxis available for transfer.
Katowice is accessible through a network of major highways, including the A4 motorway, which links the city to Kraków, Wrocław, and beyond, making road travel straightforward for both domestic and international visitors.
Katowice has a major railway station that connects with many Polish cities and international destinations, providing a comfortable and efficient travel option.
MCK International Congress Center is located in a new area next to the iconic Spodek and other avant-garde buildings such as the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Silesian Museum.
The Congress Centre is located 15 minutes from the train station and 30 minutes from the airport.
INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS CENTER | Plac Sławika i Antalla 1, 40-163 Katowice, POLAND
Shuttle buses will be provided from Krakow airport to the MCK Congress Center.
Shuttle Bus: Take a shuttle bus from the airport to Katowice city center. The bus ride takes about 45 minutes.
Public Transport: From the city center, you can take a tram or bus to the MCK Congress Center. Tram lines 6, 11, or 19, or buses like line 674, will get you close to the venue.
You can rent a car at the airport and drive to the MCK Congress Center. The route follows the S1 expressway and the A4 motorway, with clear signage to Katowice city center and the venue.
From the Katowice Railway Station to the International Congress Center you can get:
- on foot in 15 minutes. (2.5 km).
- by taxi from Plac Działów Młodzieży Powstańczej or Młyńska Street
- by tram from the Katowice Dworzec PKP stop, lines T11, T13, T23, T43 to the Katowice Rondo stop (8 min).
The nearest ZTM tram and bus stop at the International Congress Center is Katowice Rondo, Katowice Spodek or Katowice Uniwersytecka.
From Krakow Airport to MCK Katowice: 69 km, 1 hour
From Katowice Airport to MCK Katowice: 30 km, 30 minutes
From MCK Katowice (walking distance):
Courtyard by Marriott (HQ Hotel) - 6 minutes
Vienna House Easy Katowice 14 - minutes
Novotel Katowice Centrum - 12 minutes
Qubus Hotel Katowice - 10 minutes
Hotel booking links will be provided in the confirmation email after you complete your registration to the event. For any query please contact registration@europeanliquidgascongress.com