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Attendance
CCH -Congress Center Hamburg
Congressplatz 1
20355 Hamburg
JOIN ISC 2025!
THE EVENT FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING,
MACHINE LEARNING, DATA ANALYTICS & QUANTUM COMPUTING
The ISC High Performance conference and exhibition will take place in Hamburg, Germany, from June 10 to 13, 2025. The event will focus on HPC, AI, high-performance data analytics, and quantum computing topics. We anticipate over 3,500 attendees will participate in this year’s discussions.
We value both the people attending and technological advancements. The ISC Code of Conduct ensures attendees from all backgrounds feel welcomed and included in the event.
WHAT TO EXPECT
FOR AN IDEA OF WHAT TO EXPECT IN 2025, YOU CAN VIEW OUR CURRENT COLLECTION OF EVENT MATERIALS.
The program schedule for 2025 will be published when registration opens in Spring 2025.
ISC 2024 SUMMARY VIDEO
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More InformationREGISTRATION
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION
WELCOME TO ISC 2025 – REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Hier steht ein kurzer Introtext zum Thema Registration. Die Registrierung ist nun offen
und es gibt bis zu einem bestimmten Zeitpunkt noch early bird rates.
TRAVEL & VISA
VISA FOR GERMANY
We encourage you to visit The Federal Foreign Office website to determine if you need a visa or are exempted from it by the Federal Republic of Germany.
Consult the website of the German embassy or consulate in your place of residence for visa requirements and documentation to avoid delays.
We recommend starting your visa application process well in advance, depending on your country of residence ideally between three and six months before your planned travel date. This will help you avoid last-minute complications.
Invitation Letter for Visa Applications
TRAVEL
The CCH – Congress Center Hamburg is conveniently situated at the heart of the city, right next to the Dammtor mainline and commuter train station. Regardless of your mode of transportation, it’s simple to locate and reach the CCH in Hamburg.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
When you arrive at Hamburg Central Station, you can easily reach the CCH by taking the S21 commuter train towards Elbgaustraße. Please get off at the next stop, the Dammtor station, and walk for two minutes toward the CCH.
If you are taking the U-Bahn, get off Stephansplatz (Oper/CCH) or Messehallen, then walk through the Planten un Blomen park to reach the CCH.
TAXI & MOIA
Choose from various taxi providers such as Hansa Taxi and Taxi Hamburg, or explore an alternative experience with MOIA, Hamburg’s electric ridesharing service. Accommodating up to 6 passengers, enjoy ample space, free Wi-Fi, and USB ports during your ride. Simply download the MOIA app, enter your destination, and the shared taxi will collect you from a designated meeting point.
Download the app – available on the App Store and Google Play
Please make a note of the address for your taxi ride: Congressplatz 1, 20355 Hamburg. Be aware that the CCH is not located within the Hamburg fairgrounds.
ARRIVING BY CAR
If you are traveling to the CCH by car or motorcycle from outside Hamburg, we advise you to take the speedways, then follow the “Messe / CCH” signs.
ARRIVING BY PlANE
The Hamburg Airport connects to 115 national and international destinations through more than 50 airlines. The airport is situated in the Fuhlsbüttel district of Hamburg.
To get to the CCH quickly, you can take the “S“ train commuter service from the airport, which will take around 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can opt for a
taxi or the MOIA ridesharing service, which are both available in Hamburg. If the traffic is not congested, the car ride should only take 20 minutes.
ACCOMmODATION
The Grand Elysée Hotel is the official partner of ISC 2025 in Hamburg. It is conveniently located near the Congress Center Hamburg and offers exclusive room rates to both ISC attendees and exhibitors.
The ISC 2025 booking partner Hotelservice-Deutschland.de has secured more room blocks across different price ranges and hotel categories.
CULTURE AND TOURISM TAX HAMBURG
Hamburg
Hamburg is a popular tourist destination and an important center for economy and science. Visitors worldwide are attracted to this lively city on the Elbe and Alster rivers. Hamburg is renowned for its vibrant music scene, impressive HafenCity district, futuristic Elbphilharmonie concert hall, Miniature Wonderland, and much more.
Check out our guide below with exclusive insider tips and tricks to ensure an exceptional business and leisure travel experience.
Outdoor Adventures
By and on the water
Bicycle Tours
Discover Hamburg’s most famous attractions by bike, passing by the Outer Alster Lake, the town hall, St. Michel’s Church, the warehouse district Speicherstadt, HafenCity, the landing bridges, and St. Pauli.
Guided Tours – Free of charge!
If you want to experience Hamburg like a local, then you need to check out Hamburg Greeters! These friendly volunteers offer free personalized tours for individuals and groups of up to 6 people! The idea is to meet as a guest and leave as a new friend!
Hamburg On Foot
If you prefer exploring at your own pace, we recommend eight popular walking routes covering different Hamburg areas. We recommend you bring a pair of water-resistant trail shoes on your trip!
Parks & green spaces
The city boasts over 1460 parks, providing ample opportunities for relaxation, strolls, and various activities. We recommend comfortable and water-resistant shoes.
Family-Oriented Activities
Popular Musicals
Hamburg is famous for hosting different musicals, and it is worth visiting the website to see if any show catches your interest.
Miniatur Wunderland Hamburg
Embark on an unforgettable evening at Miniatur Wunderland, the world’s largest model railway. “Night in Wonderland” is a unique event where a limited number of visitors are allowed entry after regular hours for a unique and more intimate experience.
Attention Food Enthusiasts!
- Altes Mädchen (€€, Brauhaus Cuisine)
- Salt & Silver Restaurants (€€€, Levante or Mexican/Peruvian)
- Dulfs Burger (€€, American)
- Shiso Burger (€€, Southeast Asian/Japanese/Western)
- Dim Sum Haus (€€, Chinese, Cantonese)
- Maze Maze (€€, Pizza, Tacos)
- Tarantella (€€€, Mediterranean)
Night Out
Schanzenviertel
Other Locations
Hamburg offers a lively bar culture, making it easy to find a spot for drinks with colleagues in the evening.
Turmbar (close to CCH)
This bar is located at the top of a spiral staircase in an old tower, creating a unique and epic atmosphere.
Irish Pub im Fleetenkieker
In the basement of the old town hall in Hamburg lies the quaint Irish pub serving international and craft beers.
Riverside Hotel (Panoramabar)
Experience Hamburg’s harbor as you indulge in your favorite drink at the panoramic bar.
St. Pauli Strandbar
A great highlight in summer is the city beach located directly on the waterfront, making it the perfect spot to spend a relaxing evening.
Hamburg Card Green
Photos used on this page:
(1) © Mediaserver Hamburg / ThisIsJulia Photography; (2) © Mediaserver Hamburg / Hamburg Messe und Congress, Romanus Fuhrmann; (3) © Mediaserver Hamburg / Fotograf: www.instagram.com/sascha_b_hamburg; (4) © hamburg.de / Johannes Berg; (5) © Mediaserver Hamburg / Jörg Modrow; (6) © Mediaserver Hamburg / Doublevision, Konstantin Beck; (7) © Mediaserver Hamburg / Christian Brandes; (8) © Mediaserver Hamburg / Jörg Modrow; (9) © mediaserver.hamburg.de / Andreas Vallbracht; (10) © ISC Group / Philip Loeper; (11) © Mediaserver Hamburg / ThisIsJulia Photography; (12) © Mediaserver Hamburg / Jörg Modrow; (13) © Mediaserver Hamburg / ThisIsJulia Photography; (14) © Heide Park Resort 2024; (15) © ISC Group / Philip Loeper; (16) © Mediaserver Hamburg / Lisa Knauer; (17) © Mediaserver Hamburg / Jörg Modrow; (18) © Mediaserver Hamburg / Christian Brandes
See and explore
The CCH has been modernized and upgraded with well-designed
rooms, state-of-the-art AV systems, and light-filled architecture.
It sets new standards in location, flexibility, and individuality for visitors.
Eat & Drink
CCH is a fully accessible congress center, featuring ramp access, lowered
counters, tactile floor panels, and Braille and tactile signage throughout
all key locations.
Card Green
Discover Hamburg in an eco-friendly way with the Hamburg CARD Green, which is Germany’s first environmentally friendly city pass. This pass allows you to explore the city’s attractions, support local businesses, and reduce your environmental impact. Additionally, you can opt for the Hamburg CARD Green Plus, which includes a public transport ticket.
VENUE
VENUE – CONGRESS CENTER HAMBURG
The CCH has been modernized and upgraded with well-designed
rooms, state-of-the-art AV systems, and light-filled architecture.
It sets new standards in location, flexibility, and individuality for visitors.
VENUE – CONGRESS CENTER HAMBURG
CCH is a fully accessible congress center, featuring ramp access, lowered
counters, tactile floor panels, and Braille and tactile signage throughout
all key locations.
VENUE – CONGRESS CENTER HAMBURG
CCH is a fully accessible congress center, featuring ramp access, lowered
counters, tactile floor panels, and Braille and tactile signage throughout
all key locations.
Conference Program Assistant
Accommodation
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