Practical Information
🏨 Book early! Both Zaragoza and Andorra are popular destinations. We recommend booking accommodation well in advance.
Accommodation in Zaragoza
June 29 – July 3, 2026Zaragoza offers a wide range of accommodation options, from budget-friendly hostels to upscale hotels. The city center is compact and well-connected by public transport.
Recommended Hotels
- Hotel Palafox — Central location, upscale (Map)
- Hotel Sauce — Near the university, mid-range
- Ibis Zaragoza Centro — Budget-friendly, central
- NH Collection Gran Hotel — Historic building, central
- Hotel Goya — Good value, near old town
Getting Around
- Tram: Modern tram system connects key areas
- Bus: Extensive network covering the city
- Walking: City center is very walkable
What to See
- BasĂlica del Pilar — Iconic baroque basilica
- La AljaferĂa — 11th-century Islamic palace
- Roman Theatre — Ancient ruins in the city center
- El Tubo — Tapas district with excellent bars
Accommodation in Andorra
July 6 – 8, 2026The conference will be held at Universitat d'Andorra in Sant Julià de Lòria. Andorra offers numerous hotels and accommodations. July is summer season with pleasant mountain weather.
Recommended Hotels
- Hotel Sant Eloi — Budget-friendly
- Hotel Yomo Imperial
- Hotel Sol Park
⚠️ Important — Healthcare: The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is NOT valid in Andorra. Please make sure to arrange appropriate travel insurance before your trip. This does not apply to French, Portuguese, or Spanish citizens.
Practical Tips
- Currency: Euro (€)
- Language: Catalan (Spanish and French widely spoken)
- Weather: July average 20-25°C, can be cooler in evenings
- Shopping: Tax-free shopping available
What to See
- Caldea Spa — Largest thermal spa in Europe
- Vallnord — Summer hiking and mountain activities
- Casa de la Vall — Historic house of parliament
- Naturlandia — Nature park and activities
Travel Between Venues
The distance between Zaragoza and Andorra is approximately 250 km. The recommended public transport route is via Lleida:
Recommended Route: Zaragoza → Lleida → Sant Julià de Lòria
- Zaragoza → Lleida by train: AVE/Avant high-speed trains run frequently (~16 trains/day). Journey time: 40-50 minutes. Tickets from ~€15.
- Lleida → Sant Julià de Lòria by bus: Direct buses available daily (~5 services/day). Journey time: ~2 hours. Tickets €14-25.
Alternative Options
- By car: Approximately 3 hours via the A-2 and C-14.
- Via Barcelona: Train from Zaragoza to Barcelona (~1.5 hours), then direct bus to Sant Julià de Lòria (~3 hours). More services available on this route.
Useful Links
- Trains: Renfe — Official Spanish rail operator
- Buses to Andorra:
- Andbus — Routes from Barcelona, Lleida, and airports
- Direct Bus — Routes from Barcelona Airport and Barcelona Sants
- ALSA — Routes from multiple Spanish cities
- Hife — Routes from Lleida and Barcelona
- Unified booking: Trainline — Book trains and buses across Europe in one place
Contact
For any questions about practical arrangements, please contact us at iberosing (at) ucm (dot) es.