Accommodation
To offer you an extra service, we have selected several hotels in various price ranges. The prices are valid until the 1st of September 2010, therefore it would be advisable to make your hotel reservation in time. Alongside you will find a list of the hotels; by clicking on the photo of the hotel your reservation can be made.
- Early bird rate (until 30th August 2010): Single room € 148,- incl. breakfast - excl. 5% city tax
- After 30th August 2010: Single room € 158,- incl. breakfast - excl. 5% city tax
- Double room € 168,- incl. breakfast - excl. 5% city tax
- Booking code: EuroCHRIE
This offer only stands for the conference dates (25 till 28 of October). If you like to extend your stay, please contact Movenpick hotel.
- Single room: € 139,- excl. breakfast - excl. 5% city tax
- Single room: € 122,50 excl. breakfast - excl. 5% city tax
Ibis:
- Single/double room: € 115,- excl. breakfast - excl. 5% city tax. Obligatory stay for three nights and arrival on monday. Book before September 1st 2010.
Conference venue
The EuroCHRIE conference will take place in the Mövenpick hotel, which is located on the water’s edge and within easy walking distance from the old centre of Amsterdam and the Central Station.
Piet Heinkade 11
1019 BR Amsterdam
Phone:+31 (0) 20 519 1200
Fax:+31 (0) 20 519 1239
E-Mail: hotel.amsterdam@moevenpick.com
Arrival
Located at the heart of the vibrant city of
Amsterdam , alongside the water's edge, the Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre is the most easily accessed hotel by all means of transport. It is located just a few minutes away from Central Station to which we are linked by a regular free shuttle service. A tram stop is situated in front of the hotel and there is a large car park underneath the hotel. The car park is operated by local authorities and is charged.
From
Amsterdam
Airport Schiphol: Direct train to Central Station (approximately 15 minutes), 20 minutes by taxi. By car, take the A4 highway in the direction of
Amsterdam . Take the A10 Eastern Highway (Ringweg) as far as exit S114. For further directions, see below.
By car: Take exit S114 from the
Eastern Highway (Ringweg) A10. At the end of the Piet Hein tunnel, turn right towards Central Station. At the third traffic light, turn right.
By tram: Take tram 25 (direction PTA Amsterdam) or tram 26 (direction IJburg) from Central Station. Leave the tram at the first stop, named ”Muziekgebouw/Bimhuis”.
By tram: Take tram 25 (direction PTA Amsterdam) or tram 26 (direction IJburg) from Central Station. Leave the tram at the first stop, named ”Muziekgebouw/Bimhuis”.
Welcome to Amsterdam
Amsterdam - Culture
This museum hosts the largest collection of van Gogh paintings in the world. Find out about the artist's development during his life and compare this with other artists from the 19th century.
More details: www.vangoghmuseum.nl
Famous Dutch art in a magnificent setting with 'De Nachtwacht' by Rembrandt as it's master piece.
More details: www.rijksmuseum.nl
Hermitage Amsterdam is exhibiting art from the largest art collection in Russia. The whole museum is opening 20 June 2009 with a Russian Court exhibition.
More details: www.hermitage.nl
The hiding place of Anne Frank, a Jewish girl in exile during World War II, who wrote her world-famous diary in this house on the Prinsengracht.
More details: www.annefrank.org
Concert hall next to the Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre. This music institution has a varied program with different modern solists or music ensembles.
More details: www.muziekgebouw.nl
This Royal theatre is located on the banks of the river Amstel and is known for its varied program with national and international artists. The theatres exterior and interior are a feast for the eye.
More details: www.theatercarre.nl
The "Amsterdam" is a replica of one of the 1461 ships of the Dutch East Indian Trading Company (VOC) which sank in 1749 before Hastings. The wreck has provided archaeologists with valuable information about these ships.
More details: www.scheepvaartmuseum.nl
This beautiful building is one of the landmarks on Museum Square. The Concert hall is internationally well known with its leading house ensemble, the Royal Concert Orchestra.
More details: www.concertgebouw.nl
Amsterdam - Shopping
The "9 straatjes" are 9 side streets between the 4 canals on the West-side of the city centre. These streets are known for a variety of trendy bars, lunch rooms, restaurants, and of course many designer and boutique shops.
More details: www.de9straatjes.nl
The Bijenkorf is the largest store in Amsterdam located on Dam Sqaure and holds many prestigous brands in clothing, accessories, beauty, food and house items. The Bijenkorf is well known in Amsterdam for its delicious pastry corner.
More details: www.bijenkorf.nl
The "Kalverstraat" is one of the streets leading from Dam Square to Rembrandt Square. The street is one of the oldest streets from Amsterdam and now holds many international shops, making it one of the most popular destinations for tourists and the Dutch to do their shopping.
More details: www.kalverstraat.nl
The P.C. Hooftstraat is located in the South area of the city centre between Vondelpark and Museum Square. It is well known for its luxurious boutiques and world-famous brands. When you go shopping on this street, do not forget your credit card.
This old working class area of the city centre is now one of the most popular and trendy neighbourhoods. The Jordaan is showered with many restaurants, bars, shops and art galleries. The Westerkerk, located on the Prinsengracht, is one of the most beautiful churches of Amsterdam.
More details: www.jordaaninfo.com
This national monument is the back garden of Amsterdam. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon in the sun cycling, skating or enjoying a picnic. In the early evening, all of Amsterdam will join you for a relaxed evening outdoors.
Amsterdam - Sightseeing
The Royal Palace is at the disposal of Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands, but will be opened in June 2009 to the public after an extensive renovation.
More details: www.koninklijkhuis.nl
Amsterdam’s De Nieuwe Kerk is renowned for its much-discussed exhibitions. With hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, the church is one of the most popular exhibition venues in the Netherlands.
More details: www.nieuwekerk.nl
The Amsterdam Zoo Artis is the oldest (1839) Zoo of the Netherlands. This large zoo holds an African Savannah. Other parts of the world reflect back in different areas of Artis with of course a large variety of different animals.
More details: www.artis.nl
Visit the Heineken Experience and find out why Heineken is the most famous brand of beer in the world. Located in the old brewery, this experience has 18 different attractions to tell you everything about Heineken and...beer!
More details: www.heinekenexperience.nl
The Bloemenmarkt (flower market) is one of the most well-known markets in Amsterdam for tourists. Purchase your favourite bulbs and plant them in your garden to remember Holland.
