Practical information

Should you need any assistance during the conference, contact the people with yellow or white conference T-shirts.

The floor plans of Jakobi 2, Lossi 3 and the main building are located here. NB: Please note that in Estonia, the ground floor is the first floor, i.e. rooms starting with 1 are on the ground floor.

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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

The Estonian area code is +372

Emergency services – 112

Taxi 1 – +372 1918

Taxi 2 – +372 7422222

You can also use the Taxify app or see https://www.taksod.net/taksohinnad.

In case you urgently need to contact the organisers of the conference, please call +37253966764

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USEFUL ADDRESSES

Closest pharmacy (open 24 h) – Raekoja plats 1a

University Main Building – Ülikooli 18

Tartu Visitor Centre – Raekoja plats 1a

Train station – Vaksali 6

Bus station – Turu 2

Tartu Airport – Lennu tn 44, Reola küla

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TRANSPORT TO AND FROM THE AIRPORT

The easiest and cheapest way to get to and from the Ülenurme airport is to use the services of the Airport Shuttle (http://www.tartu-airport.ee/eng/transport/airportshuttle). To be certain of getting a seat on the bus it is recommended to book in advance.

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WIFI

In order to connect to Wifi, please use the UT or eduroam networks.

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PRESENTATIONS

We kindly ask that you bring your presentation with you on an USB or make it downloadable from the internet. We cannot guarantee that everyone can connect their own laptops.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS/CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations will be announced on our webpage and on the TV-screens around the venue.

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PHOTOCOPYING/PRINTING

There are several options for printing/photocopying.

You can print your materials at Lossi 3 building. The entrance is on the Lossi street, you will see a sign that says “Mulimeedia talitlus”. You can go in any time during working hours to print your materials. You can pay with card or cash. You can also print posters here, the price depends on the size and design of your poster.

You can also print at  “Koopiatehas” (Ülikooli 10). Open 9-17.

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GETTING TO THE NATIONAL MUSEUM ON WEDNESDAY

Everyone who would like a guided tour to ERM should gather in front of the main building Ülikooli 18 at 14.00 on Wednesday. If you have registered for the busride to ERM, please check the website or with the registration table for the departure point. There will also be volunteers to guide you there.

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BANKS AND SHOPS (opening hours)

Most supermarkets are open until 10 p.m. on weekdays. Banks are usually open until 5 p.m. You can find ATMs around the Town Hall square. Please note that in Estonia, you get cash before you get your card back. Don’t forget your card! Currency exchange is located in Tartu Kaubamaja (Riia 1).

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TOURISM

You can find materials and flyers on what to do in Tartu at the registration table. 

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HEALTH

Please turn to the registration table in case of minor accidents/health issues that do not require the attention of a medical professional. The registration table is stocked with painkillers, bandages, etc.

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SWIMMING IN TARTU

It is allowed to swim in Emajõgi (Mother river) in designated beaches only. Follow the river upstream and you will find one on both sides.

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FOOD

Most restaurants and cafés in the city center offer daily specials for lunch. The price is usually around 5 euros.

You can safely drink tap water anywhere in the city.

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Homepage of Tartu: https://www.tartu.ee/en

Information on events taking place in Tartu: http://kultuuriaken.tartu.ee/?setlang=EN

What to do in Tartu: http://www.visittartu.com/

Renting bicycles: http://www.visittartu.com/en/by-bicycle/