Attending ACM BCB 2026

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Venue

Getting There - Università della Calabria - Rende, Cosenza (Italy)

The University of Calabria can be reached in different ways. (click here to see the Campus on Google Maps) :

• By car, take the motorway A2 “Autostrada del Mediterraneo” -> Exit Rende - Cosenza Nord, and follow the road signs to Università della Calabria (or Paola).
• By train, the railway station of Castiglione Cosentino (3 km away from the Campus) is the closest one, connected to the railway terminals of Paola (railway along the Tyrrhenian sea) and Sibari (railway along the Ionian sea); once you leave the railway station, walk along Via Edison for about 100 meters, then cross Via L. Da Vinci and there you will find a bus shelter where the buses heading to the University stop.
• By coach, the campus is served by Consorzio Autolinee lines 136 and 138 from Rende and Cosenza. The campus bus terminal is located near CUBO 0B. Lines to Rende start from gates 1 and 2, and lines to Cosenza start from gates 2 and 3. Tickets may be bought at the box office close to the terminal. Please, visit www.consorzioautolineetpl.it for more info.
• By plane, Lamezia Terme Airport is the closest airport and is connected to the cities of Cosenza and Rende by bus service. Detailed information on how to reach Rende/University of Calabria or Cosenza (Bus Station) can be obtained by visiting the website www.sacal.it. Alternatively, see below:

The Lamezia Terme Airport is served by daily shuttle services:

• A “Central Station - Airport Shuttle” service is available (discover the timetables).
• Moreover, these Airport Bus rides are available:
• Airport Bus Rides from Lamezia Terme International Airport to Cosenza and UNICAL
• Airport Bus Rides from Unical and COSENZA to Lamezia Terme International Airport

Accommodations in Rende and Cosenza (Italy)

To book accommodation with ACM BCB 2026 exclusive special rates, follow the methods illustrated below only.

Most hotel are located within a walking distance (3-4 minutes) from the Rende train station.

Rende is one of the towns of the Cosenza urban area and home to Unical (the University of Calabria).

Rende and Cosenza has a broad variety of hotel options and it is easy to find where to stay on a budget in this city.

Few hotels, which are close to the conference venue and with whom UNICAL has agreement (see below, list is updating continuously), are now offering discounted rates for all participants. Affiliated hotels will be assisted by the conference bus line.

Some hotels featuring special fares for the ACM BCB attendees are:

Marconi Hotel:

Pricing:

€70.00 per night single room single occupancy (breakfast included)

€80.00 per night double bed single occupancy (breakfast included)

€90.00 per night double bed (superior) single occupancy (breakfast included)

€95.00 per night double bed double occupancy (breakfast included)

€115.00 per night double bed (superior) double occupancy (breakfast included)

€135.00 per night triple bed (superior) triple occupancy (breakfast included)

When booking, please send an email to info@marconihoteltrende.it specifying ACM BCB 2026 conference.

Fares do not include local occupancy taxes (€3.00 per person per night).

Majorana Hotel:

Pricing:

€60.00 per night single room single occupancy (breakfast included)

€70.00 per night double bed single occupancy (breakfast included)

€80.00 per night kingsize double occupancy (breakfast included)

When booking, please send an email to info@majoranagroup.com specifying ACM BCB 2026 conference.

Fares do not include local occupancy taxes (€3.00 per person per night).

Grand Hotel Domus:

Pricing:

€80.00 per night double bed single occupancy (breakfast included)

€95.00 per night double bed double occupancy (breakfast included)

When booking, please send an email to info@grandohoteldomus.it specifying ACM BCB 2026 conference.

Fares do not include local occupancy taxes (€3.00 per person per night).

Hotel San Francesco

Pricing:

€65,00 per night double bed single occupancy (breakfast included)
€70.00 per night kingsize double occupancy (breakfast included)
€95.00 per night kingsize double occupancy (breakfast included)
€115.00 per night three bed three persons (breakfast included)

Via Ungaretti 2, Rende
Tel +39-0984-461721, info@hsf.it

When booking please send an email to info@hsf.it specifying ACM BCB 2026 conference
Fares do not include local occupancy taxes (€3,00 per person per night)

Hotel Europa:

€ 80,00 per night double room single occupancy (breakfast included)
€ 95,00 per night double room double occupancy (breakfast included)
€ 70,00 per night single room single occupancy (breakfast included)
€ 110,00 per night triple room triple occupancy (breakfast included)
€ 130,00 per night quadruple room quadruple occupancy (breakfast included)
➢ Half board supplement € 28,00 per person per day
➢ Full board supplement per person per day € 54,00
Via Kennedy SNC
Rende
Tel.: +39 0984 464578
When booking please send an email to info@europahotelcosenza.it specifying ACM BCB 2026 conference
Fares do not include local occupancy taxes (€ 3,00 per person per night)

BV President:

€ 79,00 per night double room single occupancy ( breakfast included)
€ 89,00 per night double room double occupancy (breakfast included)
When booking please send an email to bvpresidenthotel.com specifying ACM BCB 2026 conference
Fares do not include local occupancy taxes (€ 3,00 per person per night)
BV President
Via A. Volta 47/49
87036 Rende
Tel +39 0984 838080

Italiana Hotels:

€ 85,00 per night double room double occupancy (breakfast included)
€ 70,00 per night double room single occupancy (breakfast included)
€ 126,00 per night triple room triple occupancy (breakfast included)
Half board supplement ( dinner) € 30,00 per person per day
When booking please send an email to hicosenza@italiana-hotels.com specifying ACM BCB 2026 conference
Fares do not include local occupancy taxes (€ 3,00 per person per night)
Groups without half board are not accepted.
Italiana Hotels
Via Panebianco 452
Cosenza
+3909841758042

More details and more hotels to come, please stay tuned!

Visa

People intending to attend the conference in Italy are invited to visit the following webpage:

https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/visa-policy_en

for details on how to apply for a VISA, if requested.

If an invitation letter is required, please contact the general chairs (Pierangelo Veltri: pierangelo.veltri@dimes.unical.it , Giuseppe Pozzi: giuseppe.pozzi@polimi.it ).

What to Visit in Cosenza and in Calabria (Italy)

The New York Times (4th January 2017) indicated the Calabria region as one of the 52 most beautiful places to visit in the world. The region is characterized by a short distance between the coast and the highlands and offers magnificent seaside landscapes as well as spectacular mountain and lake surroundings.

You can discover below all the hidden and localized beauties in Calabria, but it is strongly recommended to take a look at the CALABRIA STRAORDINARIA website.

About Cosenza

Cosenza (ancient Bruzia) is among the biggest cities in Calabria. It is situated in a natural frame of hills in the Valley of the river Crati at the confluence of the river Busento, which divides the modern part of the city from the old part. The city of Bruzia, with its 2,500-year history, owns a very rich millennial cultural heritage.

It is not only the history, the culture and the art that make this city attractive, but also the gastronomy, the traditions, the hospitality and the splendid scenery that will not let you forget this place. It is the ideal place to reach many interesting touristic places of the Calabria region.

In less than one hour it is possible to drive from the Ionian to the Tyrrhenian Sea crossing the mountain areas of Sila and Pollino. Hence, it is a must-see destination for lovers of nature. June is an ideal month to visit the city, given its typical Mediterranean climate.

There are a lot of places in Calabria that are famous for summer tourism. All those places are well-known for the beauty of the coast, the clear sea and the typical food. Some of these sites are illustrated below.

Tropea

The village of Tropea is surrounded by an incredibly beautiful sea. It is one of I Borghi più belli d'Italia (“The most beautiful villages of Italy”). On top of that, the village is very enjoyable and rich in historical places.

Tropea is a seaside resort with sandy beaches, located on the Gulf of Saint Euphemia, part of the Tyrrhenian Sea, on Italy's west coast and was named “Most beautiful village in Italy” for 2021. The Italian village of Tropea has been elected “Borgo dei Borghi 2021“, taking the title of Italy's most beautiful village in 2021.

In the area food is also excellent, particularly the typical hot sausage named 'nduja and the sweet tartufo ice-cream.

Discover HERE (Calabria Straordinaria) more about TROPEA

Rivera dei cedri

It is the part of the Calabrian coast where the citrus scents – that constitute one the region's pride in the world – are cultivated. There are small towns to visit: Diamante is a very nice village where to spend some days, as well as San Nicola Arcella.

In Praia a Mare, with its spectacular Island of Dino – Arco Magno of San Nicola Arcella, you can dive in one of the most beautiful seas of Calabria. We also suggest you visit the Sanctuary of San Francesco di Paola, a place where it is possible to breathe Christian faith.

Discover HERE (Calabria Straordinaria) more about RIVIERA DEI CEDRI

Le Castella

The area of Isola di Capo Rizzuto has many archaeological sites. The area is a protected marine reserve. The castle at the town of Le Castella is spectacular, seemingly floating out on the sea with water on all sides and only a small path connecting it to the mainland.

Le Castella Castle, likely built in the 13th century for territorial defense, was part of a larger fortification system. Inside, remnants of Greek limestone blocks from the 6th century BC are still visible. The fortress incorporates a 14th-century Angevin tower featuring a stone spiral staircase.

Discover HERE (Calabria Straordinaria) more about ISOLA DI CAPO RIZZUTO - LE CASTELLA

Scilla

The village of Scilla is really worthwhile to visit. Scilla enchants visitors with its Castle overlooking the sea, the colorful houses leaning on each other, the views of the Strait of Messina and Sicily. History blends with mystery, recalling the myths and legends of Ulysses fighting against Scylla and Charybdis.

Another place to visit near Scilla is Chianalea: nestled into a narrow strip of land to the east of the headland, it is an ancient fishermen's settlement with a very peculiar atmosphere. This place is listed as one of the “most beautiful villages in Italy” and it is also named “Venice of Southern Italy”.

Discover HERE (Calabria Straordinaria) more about SCILLA

Sila National Park

The Sila National Park, located in Calabria, spans Cosenza, Catanzaro, and Crotone. It features dense forests, rich biodiversity, and is ideal for outdoor activities. The Cupone Visitor Center offers educational trails, a botanical garden, and exhibits on local wildlife, including the Apennine wolf.

Visitors can also enjoy a historic narrow-gauge railway ride on the Sila Train. The park's lakes, such as Lake Cecita, Arvo, and Ampollino, are perfect for canoeing and fishing. Natural Reserve “Giants of Sila” is a protected natural area home to famous “Sila Giants” umbrella pine centenarians.

Visitors can also indulge in Calabria's rich culinary tradition, with hearty local dishes like local cheese, porcini mushrooms, potatoes and “soppressata” (salami).

Discover HERE (Calabria Straordinaria) more about SILA NATIONAL PARK

Pollino National Park

Pollino National Park is the largest natural park in Italy. It stretches between the provinces of Potenza, Matera, and Cosenza, between Basilicata and Calabria. The park boasts some of the highest peaks of southern Italy, over two thousand meters high.

Its interior offers natural attractions, hiking trails, and more, as well as sites of historic, artistic, and archaeological interest. A vacation in Pollino National Park has plenty to offer to hikers, horseback riders, and mountain bikers.

Discover HERE (Calabria Straordinaria) more about POLLINO NATIONAL PARK

Riace Bronzes

The Bronzes of Riace were discovered by Stefano Mariottini, an amateur scuba diver from Rome. They turned out to be one of Italy's most important archeological finds of the last 100 years. The two sculptures look human and divine at the same time, between reality and myth.

Today the statues attract about 130,000 visitors each year and they are on display to the public at the Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria.

Discover HERE (Calabria Straordinaria) more about RIACE BRONZES

Byzantine's Basilica of Stilo

In Stilo it is possible to find an example of Byzantine church architecture that's one of the most important and best preserved in Italy, certainly unique in Calabria. The building, dating back to the tenth century AC, also known as the Catholic Church of Stilo ("Cattolica di Stilo"), is a small structure, a Greek cross inscribed in a square.

The interior features frescoes in several layers, which originally covered the entire interior of the church, bearing witness to five historical cycles.

Discover HERE (Calabria Straordinaria) more about BYZANTINE'S BASILICA OF STILO

For more information on the beauties of the Calabrian territory or to better plan your trip to Calabria, please visit the Calabria Straordinaria website and consult the itineraries there.

Discover HERE CALABRIA STRAORDINARIA Discover HERE the ITINERARIES