The ESAO 2025 will take place at the TechMed Centre, located on the campus of the University of Twente. There are several ways to reach the venue. Explore the options below.
Address
The ESAO 2025 will take place on the campus of the University of Twente in Enschede, in the Netherlands.
- University of Twente - TechMed Centre (building no. 18 Technohal)
- Drienerlolaan 5
- 7522 NH, Enschede | The Netherlands
- View the location on Google Maps here
Transportation
plane
Travel Advisory – NATO Summit Impact at Schiphol Airport
Please note that a major European NATO summit will be taking place in The Hague at the same time as our event. As a result, increased security measures and possible delays are expected at Schiphol Airport and in the surrounding areas. If you have already booked a ticket to Schiphol, there is no need to worry. You will still be able to reach your destination, but please allow for possible delays in your travel schedule.
Alternative Travel Options: Gemrkan airports
The University of Twente is located in Enschede, in the eastern part of the Netherlands near the German border. To avoid potential delays around Schiphol, you may wish to consider flying into a German airport and taking the train to Enschede or Hengelo.
- Option 1: Fly to Düsseldorf Airport and continue by international train to Enschede or Hengelo.
- Option 2: Fly to Münster-Osnabrück Airport and take the international train to Enschede or Hengelo.
Train
Departure from Airport / Other Departure Points
All airports mentioned have a train station with international connections to the Netherlands. You can travel to Hengelo (located next to Enschede) or directly to Enschede. The University of Twente is situated between Hengelo and Enschede, and all hotel options are located in Enschede. You can purchase your international train ticket in advance (see below). However, it is also possible to buy a ticket on-site at a ticket machine or service desk.
Check the websites below for the most up-to-date train schedules (including possible delays) and departure/arrival platforms:
Bus
Upon arrival at one of the train stations — Enschede Central Station, Hengelo Central Station, or Enschede Kennispark (the nearest train station) — you can take various buses to reach your final destination. The bus you choose depends on whether you have booked a hotel or are heading directly to the University of Twente – TechMed Centre.
Departing from Enschede Central Station
- Take bus line 1 to "Universiteit Twente". Get off at the stop: UT Hallenweg. View the route here. You can view the bus stop and walking route to the TechMed Centre here. Please note that this bus travels through several neighbourhoods, which may take more time. Taking bus line 9 is therefore recommended.
- Take bus line 9 to Hengelo. Get off at the stop: Westerbegraafplaats/UT. View the route here. You can view the bus stop and walking route to the TechMed Centre here.
Departing from Hengelo Central Station
- Take bus line 9 to Enschede. Get off at the stop: Westerbegraafplaats/UT. View the route here. You can view the bus stop and walking route to the TechMed Centre here.
Please consult the website below for the most up-to-date bus schedules and stop locations. Note that two different buses will bring you close to the TechMed Centre:
Travelling by car
Are you visiting the TechMed Event by car? You first drive to the main entrance of the University of Twente (Drienerlolaan 5, Enschede). After arriving on campus, go straight ahead at the roundabout, then at the end of the road, go right. Follow the road until the end and turn right. Then follow the road and take the bend to the right. After approximately 150 meters on your left-hand side, you'll see P4.
Then walk towards the TechMed Centre and follow the path (which is located between the TechMed Centre and the large red building). Walk past the TechMed Centre, turn left and enter the main entrance.
Other transportation
Select the address of the TechMed Centre (Hallenweg 5, Enschede) and follow the route indicated by your directions. Bicycles can be placed parallel to the building in the bicycle sheds. Then walk to the front of the TechMed Centre and enter the building through the reception.
