BioMAT 2027 takes place at the Rosensäle of the Friedrich Schiller University in Jena, Fürstengraben 27, 07743 Jena. The venue sits in the historical university quarter, close to the city centre, public transport and the Botanical Garden.
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Symposium venue
Fürstengraben 27, 07743 Jena. The Rosensäle are located in the historical university area near the city centre and within walking distance of Jena West and Jena Paradies stations.
The Rosensäle are in central Jena. Participants arriving by train should check whether their connection serves Jena West, Jena Paradies or Jena-Göschwitz. From Jena West and Jena Paradies, the venue is usually reached on foot or by short local transfer.
Connections via Erfurt and Weimar usually arrive at Jena West; connections via Halle, Leipzig or Naumburg usually arrive at Jena Paradies. Both stations are close to the city centre.
Leipzig/Halle and Frankfurt are practical options for international arrivals with onward travel by train. Check the full airport-to-Jena connection before booking.
Jena is reached via the A4; from the A9, change to the A4 at Hermsdorfer Kreuz. Public parking near the city centre is recommended.
The Rosensäle are located at Fürstengraben 27. Many central hotels, the university main building and public transport stops are within walking distance.
Jena offers hotels and guest accommodation in the city centre and near both central stations. Book early around 12 - 13 May 2027 and check walking distance or tram connections to Fürstengraben 27.
Travelling for a symposium is a chance to see the city, too. These highlights are worth a detour before or after the program.
UNESCO
A short walk from the Rosensäle and one of the oldest botanical gardens in Germany.
Since 1955
A landmark of Jena’s optics culture and a useful evening option close to the centre.
Brothers Grimm
Observation point above the city centre with views over the Saale valley and university quarter.
