18^th German-American Frontiers of Science Symposium 2012

Conference Information

There is no doubt that Potsdam, the capital of the Bundesland "Brandenburg", surrounded by the waters of the river "Havel" and situated on the southwest border of Berlin, is one of the most beautiful towns in Germany today with a splendid history that is reflected in its grand architecture.

Hotel Accommodation and Meeting Site

Steigenberger Hotel Sanssouci
Allee nach Sanssouci 1
14471 Potsdam
GERMANY
Phone: +49 (0) 331-90910
Fax: +49 (0) 331-9091-909

http://www.steigenberger.com

The Steigenberger Hotel Sanssouci is located right in the center of Potsdam, opposite the Potsdam Brandenburg Gate on Luisenplatz, and only a five-minute walk away from the beautiful Park Sanssouci with its splendid palaces.

The hotel has 137 comfortable guest rooms and is equipped with Wireless LAN. Internet access will be available in the conference office for checking urgent e-mails during the day.

There are recreation facilities available, such as sauna, steam bath, (no charge for hotel guests) and a solarium. The attractive surroundings with the nearby Park Sanssouci offer ample opportunity for jogging.

Please note that your room card allows for free public transportation in the Potsdam and Berlin area.

Accommodation and Meals

A block of single hotel rooms has been reserved for all symposium attendees at the Steigenberger Hotel Sanssouci, Potsdam. Your room will be direct-billed to the Humboldt Foundation for the following dates: arrival May 10 / departure May 13 or May 14 for American participants depending on their return flight. Please note that any additional nights apart from the dates listed have to be covered by the individual participant. You will also be responsible for additional charges, e. g. if you wish a double room, or for any incidentals, upon check-out. To avoid duplicate reservations, please do not contact the hotel directly.

The following credit cards are accepted by the hotel: Visa Card, American Express, Master Card/Eurocard, and Diner's Club.

Costs for meals as indicated in the conference program will also be covered by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation for all participants.

Official Conference Language

The official conference language is English. It will be used for all printed materials, presentations, and discussions.