All You Need to Know Before You Go

All You Need to Know Before You Go

ESPN 2025 | Maastricht, The Netherlands | 23–26 June 2025

We’re excited to welcome you to The 24th European Symposium on Poultry Nutrition at MECC Maastricht!
Before you pack your bags, here is a handy overview of everything you need to know for a smooth arrival and great start to the event:

📍 Venue

MECC Maastricht
Forum 100
6229 GV Maastricht, The Netherlands
Google Maps link

🕑 Registration & Badge Pick-Up

  • Self-service badge printing stations will be available at the venue.
  • You will receive an email with your personal QR code shortly before the event — simply show it on your smartphone and print your badge on site.
  • Your badge grants you access to all sessions, the exhibition, and included social events according to your registration.

Registration Desk opening hours:

  • Monday, 23 June: 08:30–11:00 (for satellite symposia) and 15:30–17:00 (main congress)
  • Tuesday, 24 June to Thursday, 26 June: From 08:00 onward

 

FAQ: If you haven’t received the email with your QR code, don’t worry—you can still print your badge at the self-service kiosk by simply entering your name.

🚗 Getting to MECC

By public transport:

  • Your ESPN 2025 badge gives you free access to public buses in Maastricht during the event.
  • The nearest bus stop to MECC is “Forum 100” (directly in front of the venue).
  • Plan your journey easily with https://9292.nl/en.

By train:

  • Maastricht-Randwyck Station is just a few minutes’ walk from MECC.

By car:

  • Paid parking is available at MECC Parking P1 and 4.

🏨 Accommodation & Transfers

  • There is no dedicated shuttle service between hotels and the venue.
  • Most hotels in Maastricht city centre are well connected to MECC by public bus or within walking distance of Randwyck Station.

🥂 Social Programme Highlights

Congress Dinner – Surprise Venue (Wednesday, 25 June):

  • Buses will depart from various points at 18:45:
    • MECC Parking P4
    • Maastricht Central Station
    • Rederij Stiphout
  • Return transport will be provided after dinner.

Pint of Science evening:

  • More details and tickets here.

Morning Running Tour:

  • Optional, sign-up via registration.
  • 23-24-25 June at 07:30.

🎒 Congress Bag & Badge Pick-Up

  • You will receive your congress bag and any additional materials when you print your badge.
  • Sponsored inserts will be included.

📱 Event App

  • The official ESPN 2025 event app is now available for download!
  • The app will provide you with the latest programme updates, floor plans, exhibitor list, and networking features.
  • Download information can be found in the programme book.

🚨 Final Reminders

  • Bring your smartphone with your QR code ready for badge printing.
  • Make sure your registration fee is paid in full before 15 June to avoid delays onsite.
  • Prepare for all weather — Maastricht in June can vary between warm sunny days and cooler evenings.

 

We wish you a safe journey to Maastricht and look forward to seeing you at ESPN 2025!

If you have any last-minute questions, feel free to contact us at:
📧 helpdesk@klinkhamergroup.com | ☎️ +31 (0)43 36 27 008