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Your practical guide to the ISBE 2026 Congress and your stay in Turin.

Centro Congressi Lingotto
Via Nizza, 280
10126 Torino TO, Italy

The Lingotto Complex is approximately 3 km from Turin city centre. The former Fiat factory, redesigned by Renzo Piano, now hosts the conference centre, hotels, shops, restaurants, cinemas and the Pinacoteca Agnelli.

The 20th International Society for Behavioral Ecology Congress will take place from 20 to 24 July 2026.

The Icebreaker included with registration is scheduled for 19 July.

Turin has an integrated public transport network operated by GTT, including buses, trams and metro.

Tickets: contactless Tap&Go is available. Tickets can also be purchased at tobacco shops, newsstands, vending machines and through the GTT TO Move app.

A standard ticket is valid for 100 minutes. The metro is automated and accessible, with elevators at every station.

Taxis are available from city taxi stands, by phone and through compatible booking apps. Bike and scooter sharing services are also available.

Turin Airport (TRN) is approximately 16 km from the city centre. Transfer options include taxi, ARRIVA shuttle bus and local train connections.

Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is approximately 140 km away, with direct shuttle services to Turin and rail connections via Milano Centrale.

Turin Porta Nuova and Porta Susa are served by Italy’s high-speed rail network.

Hotel accommodation can be searched and booked through the official Incoming Experience booking service.

Affordable accommodation is also available through EDISU university residences located in different areas of Turin, including residences near the Lingotto venue.

Congress registration includes access to plenary and concurrent sessions, the Icebreaker, daily coffee breaks, poster sessions, activities during the free afternoon, selected museum tickets, the participant badge and access to the Congress App.

Lunch boxes and tickets for the ISBE Social Party are optional services. A food court and other dining options are available around the Lingotto complex.

Childcare is available during conference hours. Participants with specific needs should contact the organizing secretariat.

The official website provides dedicated instructions for oral and poster presentations, together with the detailed programme and poster programmes.

For police, fire brigade or medical emergencies in Italy, call the European emergency number:

112

For non-emergency congress assistance, contact the organizing secretariat.

Practical details may be updated by the organizers. Check the official Congress website and app notifications for the latest information.