The Jahrhunderthalle is easily reachable by public transportation from the centre of Bochum, and Bochum itself is well connected by rail and by bus to all major transport hubs in the region. Since every participant and attendee at the 2025 FISU World Conference will receive a complimentary public transport pass valid for the duration of the Rhine-Ruhr 2025 FISU World University Games, the organisers are encouraging people to select eco-friendly travel options.
Jahrhunderthalle Bochum
The venue is located at the following address:
Jahrhunderthalle
An der Jahrhunderthalle 1
D-44793 Bochum
There are multiple ways to reach the venue. Explore the options below to find the best one for you.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
From Bochum main train station, take tram 302 (direction Gelsenkirchen-Buer) or tram 310 (direction Bochum-Höntrop) to "Bochumer Verein / Jahrhunderthalle". Alighting here, the venue is a two-minute walk.
BICYCLE
Bicycle parking spaces are available at the Jahrhunderthalle, and you can find information about Bike Sharing at www.metropolradruhr.de/en. More information on cycling paths will be highlighted in the event app of the Rhine-Ruhr 2025 FISU World University Games.
CAR / E-PARKING
Leaving the autobahn A40, follow the signs to Jahrhunderthalle Bochum. Limited parking is available in the parking garage Westpark/Jahrhunderthalle. Several type 2 AC charging stations for e-cars are available next to the venue. Please note that parking & charging payments can only be done by card and not in cash.
OTHER MEANS
If you are travelling by plane, Düsseldorf (DUS) airport is the closest and the recommended port of entry. The airport is connected by public transport to the city of Bochum and the Jahrhunderthalle.
INTERNATIONAL VISITORS
Germany is part of the Schengen area of states within the European Union. Delegations from some countries will be required to obtain a visa to enter Germany. Visit this website of the Federal Foreign Office to see if nationals of your country require a visa to enter Germany.
No individual visa support letters will be issued for conference ticket holders. Conference ticket holders can use their conference ticket with their visa application as proof of intention to attend the conference.
For information about what kind of visa you may require, the competent Germany consulate for your application, and about the general application process, please visit the German Federal Foreign Office website here.