13th ICSIMAT Ponta Delgada, Azores
25-28 October 2026
https://romaniatourism.com/brasov.html
ICSIMAT 2024
INFO PACK
24th – 30th of October 2024
Brașov, ROMANIA
About Braşov
Braşov, a city with an over 700-year attested history, is located in the central part of Romania, and it is surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains. The city is at 175 km north from Bucharest. The former medieval fortress, Braşov preserves a lot from the unique charm of those times.
The main attractions are Old City Hall, Council Square, Black Church, Citadel, First Romanian School and many others. Additional than Braşov city, Viscri (80 km), Sighisoara (100 km) and Biertan (146 km) represent important attractive areas. Brașov offers an ideal blend between the natural landscape and the charming medieval architecture.
The buildings in the old city center have preserved the city’s cultural heritage: the Gothic style combines with Classic, Renaissance, Baroque, Art Nouveau and with elements of the Brâncoveanu style, all of which is imprinted on the city’s personality.
Travel to Brașov
The most convenient airport is Bucharest Henri Coanda – OTP Airport which is 155 km from Brașov. Another new opened airport is in Brașov, called Braşov-Ghimbav International Airport, but with limited flight offers.
Transfer from “Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport” to Brașov can be by train or shuttles.
For shuttle, main option for travelling, you need to book in advance:
- M&M express – Routes schedule
- Direct Aeroport – Otopeni Airport – Brașov Timetable
For train, please check the link:
https://mersultrenurilor.infofer.ro/en-GB/Train-itineraries/Aeroport-Otopeni/Brasov
Accommodation in Brașov and main venue of ICSIMAT 2024
Hotel Aro Palace (5* hotel)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/PcBZV4vJL6ZLvFn27
Special discount for ICSIMAT delegates, including accommodation, breakfast, free entrance to Spa Centre (covered pool, fitness area, sauna).
Photo Credit: Aro Palace
Supplementary conference points
- “Sergiu T. Chiriacescu” Conference Centre, Transilvania University of Brasov, Iuliu Maniu Street, 41A, Brasov with several presentation rooms
https://maps.app.goo.gl/YWxt62zCaoq4b4ZC7 - Rectorate Building, Eroilor Blvd.,29, Brasov, Training Hub (-1 floor).
https://maps.app.goo.gl/UkNn2joi13jXdQPW8
- Brasov County Council, Meeting Hall, Eroilor Blvd., no. 5, Brasov for Succes Stories section of ICSIMAT
https://maps.app.goo.gl/VzKd7EYm3tSuga3K7
Highlights for ICSIMAT visits
- Bran Castle
- Brasov Old City Centre (First Romanian School, The Museum of Urban Civilization, Black Church, The “Schei” Gate, Catherine Gate, Rope Street)
- Prejmer Citadel, “Valley of Bisons” Reservation from Vama Buzăului
Other information
Language: Romanian
Currency: The Romanian leu (Romanian pronunciation: [lew], plural lei [lej];
ISO code: RON
You can exchange RON (1 RON = 0.20 EUR) at every bank office or exchange office (just pay attention to the rates that should be visible in front of the office and choose 0% commission). Or use an ATM to withdraw RON from your regular bank account. EUR or other currencies are not used.
Time Zone: the standard time is Eastern European Time (EET; UTC+02:00).
Country Code: +40
Voltage: 220 V
Safety in Brașov: https://www.numbeo.com/crime/in/Brasov
Things not to miss in Brașov: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g295394-Activities-oa0-Brasov_Brasov_County_Central_Romania_Transylvania.html
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