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General information
All participants are encouraged to take part in the social events. To join,
you must reserve your spot by registering for each event you wish to attend – even
those included in the registration fee. Without proper reservation, we cannot
guarantee your attendance. If an event you wish to attend is not mentioned
in your confirmation letter, please contact the Conference Management at
info@conferenceagency.com.
Welcome reception
All participants and registered guests are invited to join the Welcome Reception
on a special place in the Derlon Hotel of Maastricht, an informal gathering
with drinks and culinary treats. Before construction of the new Derlon Hotel
was commenced, Maastricht’s city archeologist undertook an extensive
survey of the site. The Roman finds, from the 2nd, 3rd and 4th centuries, are
so important that it was decided to conserve them and exhibit them to interested
parties. The following can be seen in the cellar of Derlon Hotel; part of the
2nd and 3rd century square, a 3rd century well, part of a pre- Roman cobblestone
road and sections of a wall and a gate dating from the 4th century. Roman finds
are exhibited in glass cabinets, and panels provide extra information on the
results of the archeological survey of the site.
Date: monday 21 November 2005
Time: 17.00 – 19.00
Location: Derlon Hotel Maastricht
Fee: included in the registration fee
Jezuietenberg
On Monday evening it is possible to visit the “Jezuietenberg”, which
is located just outside the centre of Maastricht. This is one of the most beautiful
limestone quarries in the world. We will concluded this visit with a delicious
buffet at estate “Slavante”.
One of the worlds best provided preserved marlstone quarries, the 'Jezuietenberg
(Jesuit Caves)', is located on the outskirts of the city of Maastricht, close
to the Belgian border. Exploitation of this quarry, which forms part of the 'Fallenberg-complex',
took place between 1704 and 1880, when marlstone was widely used as building
material. Owing to the Jesuit Fathers there now is a subterranean museum in this
vast network of galleries. Between 1860 and 1960 Jesuit scholars and theological
students spent a great deal of their leisure time on Wednesday afternoons in
this quarry where they recreated after their strenuous studies.
In the galleries there is a constant temperature of 10 degrees Celsius only.
The humidity is as high as 98 %. Consequently it is recommended to wear warm
clothes and comfortable shoes.
For more information about the Jezuietenberg please visit the website www.jezuietenberg.nl.
Date: monday 21 November 2005
Time: 18.30 – 22.45
Starting point: Hotel Derlon (welcome reception)
Fee: € 40,00 per person, included entrance Jezuietenberg, buffet, drinks
and transfer.
Town Hall reception
All participants are invited by the major of Maastricht to join the Welcome
Reception at the Town hall of Maastricht, an informal gathering with drinks
and culinary treats.
Date: Tuesday 22 November 2005
Time: 16.30 – 18.00
Location: the Town hall of Maastricht
Fee: included in the registration fee
The historic town hall on the Market Square will serve as the venue for a reception hosted by the city of Maastricht. A masterpiece created by the Dutch architect, Pieter Post, the town hall dates back to 1659-64. Space is limited. Early registration is advised.
Dine around
Following the Town Hall Reception, you will have the opportunity to sample
cuisine from a few of Maastricht’s favourite eateries. You’ll
enjoy three courses (appetizer, main course and dessert) at three different
restaurants. As you meander the cobble stoned streets from one culinary treat
to the next, a guide will reveal interesting information about the city. Participation
is limited. Early registration is advised.
Date: Tuesday 22 November 2005
Time: 19.30 – 23.00 (The bus to the Central Station an the MECC will
depart at 23.00 o’clock)
Starting point: Markt, Maastricht (before Town Hall)
Price: € 40,00 per person, including 3 drinks
Cancellations and refunds, Social Program:
Once made, reservations cannot be cancelled. However, if you are unable to
attend, a colleague will be allowed to use you reservation, in which case
we should be grateful if you could inform us in advance.
Tourist information
VVV Maastricht, Tourist Office
Het Dinghuis
Kleine Staat 1
6211 ED Maastricht
Tel.: +31 (0)43-325 21 21
Fax.: +31 (0)43-321 37 46
Internet: www.visitmaastricht.nl