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+# Venue Information
+
+JuliaCon 2026, the annual conference for the Julia programming language enthusiasts, is set to take place at the Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz, Germany.
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+<a class="btn" style="width:100%; border-color: #9d253d; text-decoration: none;" href="/2024/venue-hotels">
+    Check our <b>promo 15% discounts</b> on the hotels!
+</a>
+~~~
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+
+## Visa Info
+
+Germany is part of the Schengen Area. If you need a visa to enter the Schengen Area, you will need a visa to enter Germany. JuliaCon 2026 will provide invitation letters to attendees who need a visa to enter Germany. Please note that we cannot provide any financial support for your visa application.
+
+### Invitation Letter
+
+If you need an invitation letter for your visa application, please contact \email
+
+### Visa Application
+
+Please check the [Federal Foreign Office](https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/215870-215870), Germany's embassy to your country,
+and [Schengen Visa Info](https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/).
+
+## Accessibility
+
+In Mainz, the most common way for people to get around is by bicycle, on foot, or by public transport. 
+Additional information on travel advice for individuals with disabilities can be found [below](#travel-with-a-disability).
+The conference location is close to the city centre, and is available within 20 minutes walking from the central train station.
+
+## Reaching Mainz
+
+The Germany is well-connected to the rest of Europe by air, rail, and road. Mainz, in particular, is easily accessible from various European cities. Within the Germanyz, the city is well-connected by train. The tickets for trains can be purchased at the station or online.
+
+\\
+
+### Frankfurt airport
+
+The closest airport to Mainz, is Frankfurt (FRA). One can easily get from FRA to Mainz on local public transport.
+
+
+### Accommodation options
+
+Detailed information about special offers can be accessed [here](/2026/venue-hotels). 
+
+
+<!-- Additionally, a range of alternative accommodations can be explored through reputable platforms such as [AirBnb](https://www.airbnb.com).  -->
+
+~~~
+<div style="text-align: center">
+<a class="btn" style="width: 60%; border-color: #9d253d; text-decoration: none;" href="/2026/venue-hotels">
+    Check our <b>discounts</b> on the hotels!
+</a>
+</div>
+<br>
+~~~
+
+<!-- ## Commute in Eindhoven 
+
+### Bike rental
+
+Known for its extensive network of bike routes, the Netherlands offers a highly convenient mode of transportation within the city by bikes. Rent a bike and cycle from your hotel to the venue and the rest of the surroundings, starting from just € 9,50 per day! [Grab your bike here](https://velorent.nl/) and let the adventure begin! Alternatively, explore the official [NS bike rental](https://www.ns.nl/en/door-to-door/ov-fiets), seamlessly linked to the central station. In addition, consider other options such as [Go sharing](https://nl.go-sharing.com/en/) for added flexibility.
+
+
+### Electric scooters rental
+
+The city has various options for renting an electric scooter, such as [Go sharing](https://nl.go-sharing.com/en/) or [Ride Check](https://ridecheck.app/en).
+
+### Travel with a disability
+
+Dutch cities are committed to supporting passengers with physical disabilities, wheelchair users, as well as those with hearing and sight impairments. Notable features include removable bridges for wheelchairs, guidelines for the visually impaired, and plug-in sockets for hearing aids at ticket counters (just a heads up, the connecting cord is not provided; users need to get their own).
+
+If you use a wheelchair, you're in for smooth travels across all public transportation in the Netherlands. Bus and trams stops are equipped with ramps, making them more accessible. To check the accessibility of specific stops, head to [haltescan.nl](https://www.mobiliteitslab.nl/haltescan/) (select Eindhoven under Wegbeheerder). In addition, free wheelchairs are available at Eindhoven Airport for those who have difficulties walking within the airport. 
+
+The NS website provides [comprehensive information](https://www.ns.nl/en/travel-information/traveling-with-a-disability) in English about services and facilities catering to passengers with disabilities.
+
+- [Travelling with a motor disability](https://www.ns.nl/en/travel-information/traveling-with-a-disability/motor-disability)
+- [Travelling with a visual impairment](https://www.ns.nl/en/travel-information/traveling-with-a-disability/visual-disability)
+- [Travelling with a hearing impairment](https://www.ns.nl/en/travel-information/traveling-with-a-disability/hearing-impairment)
+- [NS travel assistance](https://www.ns.nl/en/travel-information/traveling-with-a-disability/ns-travel-assistance.html)
+- [International travel with a disability](https://www.ns.nl/en/travel-information/traveling-with-a-disability/international-travel-with-a-disability.html)
+
+## Tourism in Eindhoven
+
+Eindhoven and its surroundings are awesome spots for exploring in the Netherlands. For various options, hop over to the official [tourist info page](https://www.thisiseindhoven.com/en). Also, Eindhoven is well-connected to big cities like Amsterdam, Utrecht, The Hague, Rotterdam, and others by train. Find the train schedule on the [official NS website](https://www.ns.nl/en).
+
+## Activities
+
+Also check out [possible activities](/2024/activities) in the Eindhoven region! 
+
+## Relevant links 
+
+- [Bus schedule](https://9292.nl/en)
+- [Train schedule](https://www.ns.nl/en)
+- [NS bike rentals](https://www.ns.nl/en/door-to-door/ov-fiets) -->

2026/venue-hotels.md

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+# Hotels
+
+## Hotels with conference discount
+
+**Important:** For all hotels with discount use the keyword: juliacon
+
+### B & B - Hotel
+
+- Distance from venue
+- Discount available until July 13th, 2026
+
+### Schottenhof
+
+- Distance from venue
+- Discount available until June 6th, 2026
+
+### Romerstein
+
+- Distance from venue
+- Discount available until July 10th, 2026
+
+### Intercity
+
+- Distance from venue
+- Discount available until July 7th, 2026
+
+### Mercure
+
+- Distance from venue
+- Discount available until July 10th, 2026
+
+### Hotel Garner
+
+- Distance from venue
+- Discount available until July 6th, 2026
+
+Notes: Booking via email using the keyword:  [email protected]
+
+### Leornado
+
+- Distance from venue
+- Discount available until July 13th, 2026
+
+Notes: Reservation: mail: [email protected] or phone: +49 62 213608910
+
+### Hotel Hammer
+
+- Distance from venue
+- Discount available until June 26th, 2026
+
+### Ibis Mainz
+
+- Distance from venue
+- Discount available until June 22th, 2026
+
+
+## Other hotels
+
+- Best Western: www.hotel-mainz.bestwestern.de
+- Me & All
+- Holidya Inn
+- Hotel Mainzer Hof
+- Hotel am Roemerwall
+- Hotel Koenigshof: https://www.hotel-koenigshof-mainz.de/

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             "Committee" => "/2026/committee",
             "Sponsor" => "/2026/sponsor",
+            "Venue" => "/2026/travel",
         ]
     ),
 )