ARRIVING IN BRAGA & GETTING TO THE CONFERENCE VENUE
Braga is easily accessible from Porto, making it a convenient destination for visitors traveling from Portugal’s second-largest city. Whether you prefer public transport or a private vehicle, there are several options to reach Braga comfortably.
There are multiple ways to reach Braga:
– By Train: regular CP (Comboios de Portugal) urban trains run between Porto – São Bento / Porto – Campanhã and Braga, with a journey time of approximately 55 minutes. Trains operate frequently throughout the day, providing a comfortable and affordable travel option. Tickets can be purchased at train stations or online via the CP website.
– By Bus: several bus companies, such as FlixBus, Rede Expressos, and Get Bus, offer direct connections between Porto and Braga. The journey typically takes around 50 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic and departure location. Get Bus provides a direct transfer from Porto Airport (OPO) to Braga, making it a great choice for travelers arriving by plane.
– By Car: if you prefer driving, Braga is easily accessible via the A3 motorway, which connects Porto to Braga in approximately 40 to 50 minutes, depending on traffic.
– By Taxi or Ride-Sharing Services: taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Bolt are widely available in Porto and can provide a direct transfer to Braga. The trip typically takes 40 to 50 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
Once in Braga, getting to Forum Braga is simple and accessible. Conveniently located in the city center, the venue is easily reachable on foot from many key landmarks, hotels, and public transport hubs. For those using public transport, several bus routes pass near Forum Braga, making it a hassle-free option for visitors. Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Bolt are readily available for quick, comfortable rides. If you’re driving, Forum Braga offers nearby parking facilities, ensuring easy access for those arriving by car.
ACCOMMODATION
Special reduced hotel rates have been negotiated by the conference secretariat are available on a first-come, first-served basis:
Rates do not include city tax, which is paid directly at the hotel during check-in.
The advantages of booking with the Conference’s secretariat:
- An online booking tool that adapts to your users’ own language (36 languages) and currency;
- Best rates at the Headquarters Hotels of the Conference and on a wide variety of hotels and other types of accommodation;
- Easy and secure booking and payments;
- Personal assistance before and during the CONGREGA/WCEAM 26 Conference, with a special dedicated service for groups, including Transfers, Restaurants, and Activities booking.
⚠️ There are an increasing number of fake websites claiming to offer hotel services. The secretariat would like to alert all participants to be aware of possible scams, and to only use trusted online registration and accommodation services for bookings.
For more information, please contact the Conference Secretariat: congrega.wceam.2026@leading.pt
VISA INFORMATION
A customized invitation letter for visa purposes is available to registered delegates who have completed payment in full for their registration. After registering for the conference, please get in touch with the Conference Secretariat to request your invitation letter.
A visa may be required online or at the local/national Portuguese embassy or consulate.
Letters of invitation are available to participants upon written request to the conference secretariat.
For a complete list of countries whose citizens are required to obtain a Schengen visa in order to enter, please click on the list of countries.
Additional information available at the website of Schengen VISA information www.schengenvisainfo.com