CONFERENCE ORGANIZATION MANUAL GREEN MEETING CITY

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1 CONFERENCE ORGANIZATION MANUAL GREEN MEETING CITY

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3 CONTENTS 6 > Why Vitoria-Gasteiz? 20 > Europa Conference Centre 65 > Villa Suso Palace 77 > Other spaces for meetings and events 97 > Suggestions for social programme and proposed incentives 120 > Practical directory for organizing conferences and events 131 > Accommodation offer 139 > Vitoria-gasteiz, Turismo & Convention Bureau 3

4 4 VITORIA-GASTEIZ CONNECTED

5 A STRATEGICALLY LOCATED CITY DONOSTIA-SAN SEBASTIÁN Occupying an important crossroads, it is a must stop on the north-south peninsular route and is a natural exit towards the Mediterranean, linking Madrid with the rest of Europe by the A-I. Vitoria-Gasteiz, the capital of the Euskadi, enjoys a privileged location. Occupying an important crossroads, it is a must stop on the north-south peninsular route and is a natural exit towards the Mediterranean. The road network connecting the city with Bilbao, Donostia-San Sebastian and the surrounding communities is modern and very safe. The A-1 also runs through Alava, linking Madrid with the rest of Europe and placing Vitoria-Gasteiz less than 4 hours from the capital of Spain. Its strategic position, its excellent communications and proximity to other capitals make Vitoria-Gasteiz a magnificent destination and ideal departure point from which to discover the Euskadi. A CORUÑA LISBOA BILBAO VITORIA-GASTEIZ MADRID SEVILLA LONDRES PARÍS DONOSTIA-SAN SEBASTIÁN BARCELONA VALENCIA Approximate distances by car BILBAO Bilbao: 0 h 57 mins Donostia/San Sebastián: 1 h 16 mins Logroño: 1 h 05 mins Pamplona: 1 h 09 mins Burgos: 1 h 14 mins Santander: 1 h 50 mins Zaragoza: 2 h 28 mins Madrid: 3 h 29 mins Barcelona: 5 h 07 mins AP-68 A-1 >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> AP-1 VITORIA-GASTEIZ BILBAO AIRPORT (BIO) 74 km from Vitoria-Gasteiz 55 minutes International and national flight connections. VITORIA-GASTEIZ TRAIN STATION / In the centre of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Travel time: Madrid (3 h 50 min. ALVIA) Barcelona (4 h 38 min. ALVIA). * Consult agreement with Renfe to obtain discounts of up to 35%. VITORIA-GASTEIZ BUS STATION International and national flight connections. Connected by tram. To Europa Conference Centre (10 min on foot) (7 min by tram). 5

6 6 WHY VITORIA-GASTEIZ?

7 > EUROPEAN GREEN CAPITAL We are the only city in Spain which has the title of European Green Capital and are in the process of obtaining the Biosphere Responsible Tourism Destination certificate, as the top destination in Euskadi. > COMFORTABLE AND COSY Get around on the bike path, by walking or public transport. Comfortable, safe, warm and passionate: just like the Basque character. > CAPITAL Capital of the Euskadi, it is the location of the Lehendakaritza, the seat of the Presidency of the Basque Country, the Government and the Basque Parliament. A dynamic meeting place of national and international standing. > CONECTED Strategic location, close to everything and with good connections. Experience very different feelings without traveling long distances. > CONFERENCES Our team has more than 25 years of experience in holding conferences and events with a commitment to quality. > VERSATILE Modern equipment, newly renovated (Europe Palace) for large conferences or small meetings at good value. Accommodation and catering at all levels. > ACCESSIBLE Member of the Accessible Cities Network. FAD European Architecture Prize for accessibility to the Old Quarter (2015) and the Reina Sofía City Accessibility Award (2012). > WITH ADDED VALUE An Old Quarter declared a Monumental Site in 1997 with the Cathedral of Santa María, which inspired Ken Follet and was declared a World Heritage Site in 2015 (Interior Northern Camino de Santiago). The Green Belt with wetlands and trails. > EXQUISITE Capital of Gastronomy Michelin star restaurants, pintxos, gastronomic events, cooking workshops and tastings > VIBRANT AND MULTIFACETED Street Theatre, International Magic Festival, Jazz Festival, Azkena Rock, Martin Fiz Marathon, Vitoria-Gasteiz Triathlon, FesTVal, the Virgen Blanca Festivities, International Theatre Festival, etc. 7

8 8 VITORIA-GASTEIZ EUROPEAN GREEN CAPITAL

9 Vitoria-Gasteiz is internationally recognized for its biodiversity and inclusion of green spaces in the urban fabric. Vitoria-Gasteiz is a fashionable city that is authentic, friendly, green, sustainable, modern, medieval and charming. The green city that is evidenced by the European Green Capital award 2012, obtained thanks to its environmental policy and the commitment and involvement of citizens who are proud of their city. Also, it is in the process of obtaining the Biosphere Responsible Tourism Destination as the top destination in Euskadi. The development of a series of innovative and committed actions in this field as econeighbourhoods, the ambitious mobility plan, measures to improve the air quality control of industrial emissions, reduce noise pollution and an entire political awareness of the use of materials used in offices, furniture, etc., have contributed to the making of this green city. In fact, it is the first Spanish city that was awarded the GEP certification, which guarantees the competitiveness of its businesses and industrial areas and which also won the Green Flag Environmental Award in In addition, the Green Belt of Vitoria-Gasteiz, consisting of seven parks surrounding the city and a total of 47 kilometres of pedestrian and cycle paths (in addition to the other 43 kilometres in the city), gives it natural surroundings of high ecological value where you can stroll, ride a bike, go bird watching and enjoying nature a few minutes from the centre of Vitoria. In this sense, there is easy access to the parks from the heart of the city either on foot, by bicycle, city bus or car. 9

10 In 2000, the Green Belt was selected by the UN as among the 100 best global performances at the III International Good Practice Competition for to improve living conditions in cities. Good practices that have been maintained and applied to other areas also during its green "reign". These practices, and their commitment to the future, make it an ideal city for hosting sustainable conference events. A sustainable event in a city and surroundings immersed in an environmental culture. "Cumbres de Guadarrama" International Prize awarded in the category of "architecture or sustainable urban growth" by the Interior Green Belt Project European Green Capital Reina Sofía City Accessibility Award (2012). Green Flag Environmental Award A Green Belt, selected by the UN from among the 100 best global performances at the III International Good Practice Competition. The first Spanish city to obtain GEP (Green Enterprise Parks) certification. A committed sustainable tourism destination, in the process of certification as a Biosphere Responsible Tourism Destination as the top destination in Euskadi. 10

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12 12 VITORIA-GASTEIZ CAPITAL

13 An attractive city with a high quality of life thanks to the atmosphere in the streets, careful planning, ease of internal movement, the Green Belt and the approachable character of its inhabitants. Vitoria-Gasteiz Vitoria is the capital of Euskadi, which gives it a dynamism and projection at national and international level and a significant presence in political life. A successful municipal policy has helped it to keep its balance by combining urbanism, the environment (it was European Green Capital 2012), and social initiatives with first-rate services and a network of sociocultural, civic and sports centres that unite civic life. The city is the setting for the passing of time. It is Gothic and Renaissance, Baroque, Neo-Classical, Romantic and avant-garde. In particular, its old quarter is one of the most beautiful and best preserved in Euskadi and northern Spain. It was declared a Monumental Site in 1997 and received the Europa Nostra Award 2010 for the 'Recovery of Vitoria s forgotten walls project. Today it opens up a new era in modern buildings and neighbourhoods, with many garden and pedestrian areas, civic centres and leisure, sports and business facilities. The atmosphere in the streets, their careful planning, the ease of internal movement, the magnificent surroundings and the approachable character of its inhabitants make it an attractive and safe city with a high quality of life. As well as being renowned for its gastronomy, as it was declared Spanish Capital of Gastronomy in FADCity and Landscape Award 2015 for improving accessibility to the Old Quarter of Vitoria Gasteiz. World Heritage Site award granted by UNESCO to the Santa Maria Cathedral as a monumental milestone framed within the Northern Camino de Santiago "Cumbres de Guadarrama" International Prize awarded in the category of "architecture or sustainable urban growth" by the Interior Green Belt Project Spanish Capital of Gastronomy European Green Capital The Old Quarter was declared a Monumental Site in

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15 EVENTS, CONFEREN- CES AND MEETINGS A capital of services and an operating centre for business and meetings, the strategic location and complete infrastructure of Vitoria-Gasteiz make this city the ideal place for holding events, conferences and meetings Vitoria-Gasteiz has worked in conference activity since 1986 and from its beginnings has maintained a firm commitment to quality and infrastructures aimed at the professional sector. The Europa Conference Centre, modern and functional, and the Villa Suso Palace, a beautiful Renaissance palace located in a medieval setting, are the city s two conference spaces. Various locations can be added to these for events and meetings. 15

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17 EUROPA CONFERENCE CENTRE A functional, innovative, comfortable, spacious and bright building. An icon of sustainable architecture, its transformation follows the Passivhaus Standard that promotes high energy efficiency buildings.

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19 Europa Conference Centre 19

20 EUROPA CONFERENCE CENTRE Avda. Gasteiz, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) Fax: (+34) Europa Conference Centre, opened in 1989, the year of the fall of the Berlin Wall, and remodelled eco-architecturally in 2015, is the king of Euskadi conference centres and an icon of sustainable architecture. Strategically located in the city s most important thoroughfare, the Avenida de Gasteiz, it allows a seamless connection to outside the city and at the same time is located close to the Old Quarter. The property and building management is local. GREEN ON THE OUTSIDE. VERTICAL GARDEN The vertical garden covering its facade is a pioneer in the reproduction of native ecosystems m2 of greenery with over 33,000 different varieties of plants from Alava and the Basque Country, which improve insulation by 75%, resulting in energy savings. The large windows are covered by deciduous vines that allow sunlight to enter in winter and protect it from the summer heat.

21 GREEN ON THE INSIDE. THE PASSIVHAUS CONCEPT* The profound renewal of its interior architecture, an example of good practice, is based on a careful and innovative upgrade of its facilities, an environmental commitment that goes one step further and a clear sign of identity in the field of conference hosting. Its model of thermal, acoustic and landscape conditioning with its garden façade (vertical garden) makes it a reference point in sustainable building material. The new Europa Conference Centre. is a spacious, adaptable and abundant setting with natural light from its skylights and viewpoints. The Europa offers a fully-equipped, modern, versatile and comfortable interior. This icon of sustainable and ecoefficient architecture has solar panels, biomass fuel, control systems for CO2 levels, temperature and humidity to provide spaces with maximum comfort. Its transformation is based on the Passivhaus standard whose purpose is to promote buildings of very high energy efficiency in Spain (buildings with almost zero energy consumption) by publicising the standard. *Passivhaus bases its constructions on five features: high thermal insulation, infiltration control, high efficiency carpentry, design by specialist (PHPP software) and ventilation. In addition, it uses solar energy for better climate conditioning and to reduce energy consumption. Europa Conference Centre is both part of and the emblem of the inner Green Belt, where the city works and where Vitoria- Gasteiz aims to be structured around the rehabilitation and renovation of buildings, water management, design and management of the urban green" spaces, the renewal of public space and mobility in the city. 21

22 EUROPA CONFEREN- CE CENTRE SPACES AUDITORIA María de Maeztu Auditorium Francisco de Vitoria Auditorium CONFERENCE ROOMS Avenida Room Gasteiz Room La Florida Room Jose Miguel Barandiaran Room Armentia Room Micaela Portilla Room La Hechicera Room Sorginetxe Room Prado Room Zabalgana Room Salburua Room Ayala Room Angulema Room MULTIPURPOSE AND/OR EXHIBITION SPACES Olarizu Room Estíbaliz Room Green Capital Room Viewpoint Space Central Hall North Hall Exhibition Galleries (Ground Floor) Exhibition Galleries (Mezzanine) SUPPORT ROOMS Cyber corner Auxiliary Rooms 22

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24 MARÍA DE MAEZTU AUDITORIUM AUDITORIA 750/ 800 people 567 m 2 24

25 CAPACITY 750 / 800 people. DIMENSIONS 567 m 2. Stage: wide X 5.90 deep. LOCATION First floor. MEGAPHONE Table (5 microphones). Lectern (2 microphones). 2 wireless hand held microphones. 2 wireless lapel microphones. SIMULTANEOUS TRANSLATION 2 simultaneous translation channels. PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 motorized screen (800 x 600 cm). 1 projector (16,000 lumens HD). 3 x 46 monitors on stage. 4 table monitors. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior selfregistration. Ideal venue for plenaries, celebrations or events requiring a stage. Modern and warm thanks to the clear tones of wood in uplifting contrast with the black cover. Seating that comes with arm rests for writing. 25

26 FRANCISCO DE VITORIA AUDITORIUM AUDITORIA 437 people 451 m 2 26

27 CAPACITY 437 people. DIMENSIONS 451 m 2. LOCATION First floor. MEGAPHONE Table (5 microphones). Lectern (2 microphones). 2 wireless hand held microphones. 2 wireless lapel or headband microphones. SIMULTANEOUS TRANSLATION 6 simultaneous translation channels. PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 motorized central screen (3.54 x 3.10 m). 1 projector (8500 lumens HD). 2 x 82 side screens for projections. Monitor stand. 2 x 19 tracking monitors at President s Table. 2 DVD recorders. PRESENTER LASER-POINTER 1 presenter laser-pointer. VIDEO AND AUDIO RECORDING EQUIPMENT Baseline recording camera. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. LINE DISTRIBUTOR FOR MEDIA AUDIO outlets in room. 12 outlets in the press cabin. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior selfregistration. 27

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29 ROOMS AVENIDA ROOM CAPACITY 180 people theatre seating and standing. Versatile and adaptable. DIMENSIONS 308 m 2. LOCATION Second floor. LIGHT Natural light. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 180 people 308 m 2 29

30 GASTEIZ ROOM ROOMS CAPACITY 150 theatre seating and 90 table seating. Multipurpose roompresentations-sessions. DIMENSIONS 191 m 2. LOCATION Second floor. MEGAPHONE Table (4 microphones). 1 wireless hand held microphone. 1 wireless lapel microphone or headset. 150 people 191 m 2 SIMULTANEOUS TRANSLATION 2 simultaneous translation channels. PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 motorized screen. (2 x 2 m). 1 projector (4,000 lumens HD). 2 table monitors. PRESENTER LASER-POINTER 1 presenter laser-pointer. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 30

31 LA FLORIDA ROOM CAPACITY 110 theatre seating. Versatile and adaptable. ROOMS DIMENSIONS 164m 2. LOCATION First floor. LIGHT Natural light. MEGAPHONE Table (2 microphones). 1 wireless hand held microphone. 1 wireless lapel microphone or headset. 110 people 164 m 2 PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 monitor for 80 projection. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 31

32 J.M BARANDIARAN ROOM CAPACITY 95 people. ROOMS DIMENSIONS 89 m 2. LOCATION Ground floor. MEGAPHONE Table (3 microphones). 1 wireless hand held microphone. 1 wireless lapel microphone or headset. SIMULTANEOUS TRANSLATION 2 simultaneous translation channels. 95 people 89 m 2 PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 motorized screen (3 x 3 m). 1 projector (3,300 lumens HD). PRESENTER LASER-POINTER 1 presenter laser-pointer. VIDEO AND AUDIO RECORDING EQUIPMENT Baseline recording camera. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 32

33 ARMENTIA ROOM CAPACITY 90 theatre seating and 70 table seating. ROOMS DIMENSIONS 126 m 2. LOCATION Ground floor. LIGHT Natural light. PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 projector (6000 lumens HD). INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. 90 people 126 m 2 WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 33

34 MICAELA PORTILLA ROOM ROOMS CAPACITY 85 people. DIMENSIONS 87 m 2. LOCATION Ground floor. MEGAPHONE Table (3 microphones). 1 wireless hand held microphone. 1 wireless lapel microphone. SIMULTANEOUS TRANSLATION 2 simultaneous translation channels. 85 people 87 m 2 PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 motorized screen (3 x 3 m). 1 projector (3,300 lumens HD). PRESENTER LASER-POINTER 1 presenter laser-pointer. VIDEO AND AUDIO RECORDING EQUIPMENT Baseline recording camera. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 34

35 LA HECHICERA ROOM ROOMS CAPACITY 80 theatre seating and 60 table seating. Multipurpose. Can be divided into two independent rooms. DIMENSIONS 99 m 2. LOCATION Second floor. MEGAPHONE Table (2 microphones). 1 wireless hand held microphone. SIMULTANEOUS TRANSLATION 3 simultaneous translation channels. 80 people 99 m 2 PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 projector (4,000 lumens HD). 1 motorized screen. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. LINE DISTRIBUTOR FOR MEDIA AUDIO 24 outlets. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 35

36 SORGINETXE ROOM ROOMS CAPACITY 70 theatre seating and 50 table seating. Multipurpose. Can be divided into two independent rooms. DIMENSIONS 92 m 2. LOCATION Second floor. MEGAPHONE Table (2 microphones). 1 wireless hand held microphone. 70 people 92 m 2 PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 2 projectors (4000 lumens HD). 2 motorized screens. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 36

37 PRADO ROOM ROOMS CAPACITY 40 theatre seating or 20 meeting table. Multipurpose. DIMENSIONS 77 m 2. LOCATION First floor. PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 portable projector (3000 lumens HD). INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. 40 people 77 m 2 WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 37

38 ZABALGANA ROOM ROOMS CAPACITY 40 theatre seating, 30 table seating and 25 imperial table. Multipurpose. Adaptable. Possible use as an auxiliary room for the Salburua Room (secretariat, lounge, coffee room, etc.) DIMENSIONS 56 m 2. LOCATION Second floor. LIGHT Natural light. 40 people 56 m 2 PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 projector (6000 lumens HD). 1 motorized screen (2.20 x 1.80 m). 1 monitor for 80 projection. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 38

39 SALBURUA ROOM CAPACITY Imperial table. 30 places. ROOMS DIMENSIONS 82 m 2. LOCATION Second floor LIGHT Natural light. MEGAPHONE 15 debate microphones. PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 4 central computer screens with direct connection. 30 people 85 m 2 INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 39

40 AYALA ROOM CAPACITY Presidential office. Worktable + meeting table 10 people. SUPPORT ROOMS DIMENSIONS 51 m 2. LOCATION First floor. LIGHT Natural light. VIDEO MONITORS 26 Receives closed circuit signal: auditorium and rooms. 25 people 51 m 2 TELEPHONE SERVICES Telephone line. ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 40

41 ANGULEMA ROOM SUPPORT ROOMS CAPACITY Technical secretary. Meeting table 10 people. DIMENSIONS 50 m 2. LOCATION Ground floor. LIGHT Natural light. VIDEO MONITORS 32 Receives closed circuit signal: auditorium and rooms. PC COMPUTER WITH INTERNET TELEPHONE SERVICES Telephone line. ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 40 people 50 m 2 41

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44 OLARIZU ROOM MULTIPURPOSE SPACES 1200 people 1400 m 2 44

45 CAPACITY 1200 theatre seating and standing. Versatile and adaptable. DIMENSIONS 1400m 2. LOCATION Ground floor. LIGHT Natural light. PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM 2 wireless hand held microphones. 2 wireless lapel or headband microphones. SIMULTANEOUS TRANSLATION 1 simultaneous translation channel. PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 projector (20000 lumens HD) and fixed orientation. PRESENTER LASER-POINTER 1 presenter laser-pointer. VIDEO AND AUDIO RECORDING EQUIPMENT Baseline recording camera. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 45

46 ESTÍBALIZ ROOM MULTIPURPOSE SPACES 900 people 1250 m 2 46

47 CAPACITY 900 theatre seating and standing. DIMENSIONS 1250 m 2. LOCATION Second floor. LIGHT Natural light. PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM Table (2 microphones). 1 wireless hand held microphone. 1 wireless lapel microphone or headset. SIMULTANEOUS TRANSLATION 1 simultaneous translation channel. PROJECTION EQUIPMENT Portable projector. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 47

48 GREEN CAPITAL ROOM MULTIPURPOSE SPACES 500 people 580 m 2 48

49 CAPACITY 500 theatre seating and 400 standing. Versatile and adaptable. DIMENSIONS 580 m 2. LOCATION Ground floor. PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM Lectern (2 microphones). 1 wireless hand held microphone. 1 wireless lapel microphone or headset. PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 1 portable projector (14,000 lumens HD) with fixed position. INTERNET SERVICE AT SPEAKERS TABLE ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 49

50 VIEWPOINT SPACE MULTIPURPOSE SPACES CAPACITY 300 people (standing). Multipurpose. Break-social events-coffee-lunch area. DIMENSIONS 266 m 2 + annexe areas. LOCATION Ground floor. LIGHT Natural light. PROJECTION EQUIPMENT 3 x 50 plasma screens. DVD player. 300 people 266 m 2 +annexe areas MEGAPHONE 1 wireless hand held microphone. 1 cordless headset microphone. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 50

51 CENTRAL HALL MULTIPURPOSE SPACES LOCATION Ground floor. LIGHT Natural light. INFORMATION DESK 4 INFORMATION SCREENS MEGAPHONE Public address system for announcements. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 51

52 NORTH HALL MULTIPURPOSE SPACES CAPACITY 500 people (standing). DIMENSIONS 360 m 2 + annexe areas. LOCATION Ground floor. LIGHT Natural light. DESK Accreditation and cloakroom. COUNTER-BAR Catering. 500 people 360 m 2 +Anexas VIDEO MONITORS 42 Receives closed circuit signal: auditorium and rooms. MEGAPHONE Public address system for announcements. SERVICIOS TELEFÓNICOS Telephone line. ADSL line. WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 52

53 EXHIBITION GALLERIES MULTIPURPOSE SPACES GROUND FLOOR -160 m 2. - Gallery stands. -11 individual current outlets with protection. MEZZANINE FLOOR m 2. - Gallery stands. - 6 individual current outlets with protection. 108 m people 160 m 2 53

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55 CYBER CORNER 6 consultation points with Internet connection. Shared printer. LOCATION Ground floor. AUXILIARY ROOM 1 Office 1 AUXILIARY ROOM 2 Office 2 Work surfaces. Sink. Side tables. LOCATION Ground floor. Ground floor. Auxiliary rooms. SICK BAY 55

56 SUMMARY OF SPACES ACCORDING TO DIFFERENT FORMATS SPACES M 2 Banquet Standing U Table seating Theatre Seating Natural Light AUDITORIA María de Maeztu Auditorium Francisco de Vitoria Auditorium CONFERENCE ROOMS Avenida Room yes Gasteiz Room La Florida Room yes Jose Miguel Barandiaran Room Armentia Room yes Micaela Portilla Room La Hechicera Room Sorginetxe Room Prado Room Zabalgana Room yes Salburua Room yes Ayala Room yes Angulema Room yes MULTIPURPOSE AND/OR EXHIBITION SPACES Olarizu Room yes Estíbaliz Room yes Green Capital Room Viewpoint Space yes Central Hall yes North Hall yes Exhibition Gallery (Ground floor) yes Exhibition Gallery (Mezzanine floor) yes SUPPORT ROOMS Cyber Corner Auxiliary Room 1 (Catering Office) Auxiliary Room 2 (Catering Office) Sick bay

57 ROOM LOCATIONS AND SUMMARY Ground floor 12 1 WC 3 b 7 4 WC WC a WC 9 5 WC 11 Ground floor 1 María de Maeztu 567 m 2 Amphitheatre setting. Fixed seating. Auditorium AV support and simultaneous translation. -- Access to ground floor for speakers and audiences. 2 J.M Barandiaran Room 89 m 2 Fixed seating. AV support and simultaneous translation Micaela Portilla Room 87 m 2 Fixed seating. AV support and simultaneous translation Angulema Room 50 m 2 Technical secretary. Closed circuit auditorium. yes 5 Armentia Room 126 m 2 Multipurpose hall (meeting area, presentations, etc.) Original space. yes 6 Central Hall 360 m 2 Information desk and meeting area. yes 7 North Hall 360 m 2 Accreditation desk and cloakroom. yes 8 Exhibition Galleries 208 m 2 Central street area. yes 9 Cyber Corner -- 6 internet consultation points and 1 printer Auxiliary Rooms Auxiliary rooms for catering services. -- Office 1, Office 2 Work surfaces, work tables and sink. yes 11 Viewpoint Space 266 m 2 Own multipurpose room for cocktails and celebrations. Technical equipment: plasma screens. Original space. yes 12 Olarizu Room m 2 Multipurpose room for trade fairs, conferences and lunches. Periscopic grandstand (200 pax.) yes 13 Green Capital Room 580 m 2 Multipurpose room for trade fairs, conferences and lunches. -- Reception a Sick bay GASTEIZ AV. natural light b Accreditation desk yes -- 57

58 First floor WC 3 First floor 1 Francisco de Vitoria auditorium 451 m 2 Amphitheatre setting. Fixed seating. AV support and simultaneous translation. Access to ground floor for speakers and audiences. natural light 2 La Florida Room 164 m 2 Multipurpose room (meeting area, presentations,world café, etc.). yes Original space. 3 Prado Room 208 m 2 Fixed seating. AV support and simultaneous translation Ayala Room 51 m 2 Speakers and guests room. Closed circuit auditorium. yes 5 Exhibition Galleries 51 m 2 Central street area. yes -- 58

59 Second floor WC WC WC 2 WC WC 1 WC Second floor natural light 1 Estíbaliz Room m 2 Multipurpose room for trade fairs and yes conferences. 2 Gasteiz Room 191 m 2 Multipurpose room with public address system, -- AV support and simultaneous translation. 3 Salburua Room 85 m 2 Imperial table. AV support. yes 4 Zabalgana Room 56 m 2 Multipurpose room. Projector and screen. yes 5 La Hechicera Room 99 m 2 Multipurpose room divisible with panels into -- two rooms. Technical equipment: PA system, AV support andsimultaneous translation. 6 Sorginetxe Room 92 m 2 Multipurpose room divisible with panels into two rooms. Technical equipment: PA system, AV support Avenida Room 308 m 2 Multipurpose room with PA system and projection equipment. yes 59

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61 VILLA SUSO PALACE In the heart of the Old Quarter, next to the medieval city walls, this XVI century Renaissance building was restored in the XX century has up-do-date facilities set amongst charming shops, museums, catering services and heritage features.

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65 VILLA SUSO PALACE VILLA SUSO PALACE Plaza del Machete, s/n Vitoria-Gasteiz (Álava) For information and reservations: Tel. (+34) In the heart of the Old Quarter, next to the medieval city walls, is Villa Suso Palace. A historic landmark building noteworthy for the accessibility work carried out on it in 2016: also includes new support spaces and up-to-date PA systems, projection and translation equipment. Its stone walls and its history lend it a unique character for the events that are held there. Ideal for holding small conferences or meetings requiring a special touch set amongst charming shops, museums, catering services and heritage features. There is parking nearby. The property and building management is local. There is parking nearby. LOCATION FEATURES Medieval Old Quarter. An interesting spot next to the Wall (2010 Europa Nostra Award). In the heart of the city. Charming shopping areas, catering outlets, museums and heritage features. Nearby accommodation. SPACES Stone Hall (160/180 seats in meeting room). 1 Additional room (30/40 seats). Reception area. Exhibition area. Courtyard. Historic Renaissance building (XVI century) noteworthy its approach to accessibility. Technical equipment: PA system, projection and translation. Nearby underground parking: Cathedral, Juan de Ayala, Amárica, Dendaraba and Santa Bárbara. ADVANTAGES Specializing in event planning advice. High technical qualification in human resources. Personalized service. Additional offer: tourist documentation, visit programmes and activities. Competitive business sector in conference services. 65

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67 VILLA SUSO PALACE MARTÍN DE SALINAS ROOM ROOMS CAPACITY 160/180 theatre seating or 200 standing. DIMENSIONS 217 m 2. LOCATION Second floor. MOBILE STAGE WITH SEATING SCREENS AND PLAYERS 1 motorized screen. 1 projector (4,000 lumens HD). Screen lectern. SIMULTANEOUS TRANSLATION 2 simultaneous translation channels. MEGAPHONE Table (4 microphones). Lectern (2 microphones). 2 wireless hand held microphones. 1 Wireless lapel microphone. VIDEO AND AUDIO RECORDING EQUIPMENT Reference recording capability. STONE WALLS WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration people 217 m 2 67

68 PEDRO MARTÍNEZ DE ÁLAVA ROOM ROOMS CAPACITY 30/40 people. Multipurpose (meeting room, cocktail lounge). DIMENSIONS 85 m 2. LOCATION Second floor. EQUIPO DE PROYECCIÓN 1 motorized screen. 1 projector (3,000 lumens HD). WIFI SERVICE Free 256kbps connection with prior self-registration. 30/40 people 135 m 2 68

69 VILLA SUSO PALACE EXHIBITION SPACE Courtyard, Ogival Room and exhibition areas I and II Ground floor and mezzanine floor EXHIBITION SPACE Stone walls of an ancient palace make up the walls of the most unique rooms. 183 m 2 SUMMARY OF SPACES ACCORDING TO DIFFERENT FORMATS ROOM Martín de Salinas Pedro Martínez de Álava / FEATURES Possible exhibition-multipurpose area. DIMENSIONS 183 m 2. LOCATION Ground floor and mezzanine floor. 69

70 ROOM LOCATIONS AND SUMMARY Ground floor First floor SAN BARTOLOME STEPS WC 1 WC 3 PLAZA DEL MACHETE ENTRANCE Ground floor 1 Ojival Room m 2 Possible exhibition-multipurpose area. yes 2 Courtyard of columns m 2 Transit-multipurpose area. Possible exhibition space. Open space. 3 Lobby m 2 Welcome area. Accreditation desk, cloakroom and meeting area. Natural light yes yes First floor 1 Exhibition area m 2 Semi-enclosed space. Possible exhibition-multipurpose area. 2 Exhibition area m 2 Transit area. Possible exhibition space. Possible café area. Natural light yes yes 70

71 WC VILLA SUSO PALACE Second floor Third floor 1 VILLA SUSO PLAZUELA 11 3 WC SAN BARTOLOME STEPS 2 Second floor 1 Martín de Salinas Room 217 m 2 Stone walls. Mobile stage with seating. AV support and simultaneous translation. 2 Pedro Martínez de Álava Room 85 m 2 Multipurpose. Possible café area. Natural light yes 3 Terrace yes Third floor Natural light 1 Audio and video technical booth yes 71

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73 OTHER SPACES FOR MEETINGS AND EVENTS Conference venues, unique cultural facilities and fully conditioned museums and hotels make up Vitoria-Gasteiz MICE offer. ICONS LEGEND: Surface Banquet Standing Table in U Table seating Theatre seating

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77 SPECIAL CULTURAL FACILITIES Escoriaza-Esquivel Palace Montehermoso Cultural Centre Principal Theatre Artium Basque Museum-Centre of Contemporary Art BIBAT Fournier Cards and Archaeology Museum Álava Museum of Fine Art Casa del Cordón Santa María Cathedral Azucarera building OTHER PLACES OF INTEREST Jesús Guridi Conservatory of Music Álava Technology Park Fernando Buesa Arena Iradier Arena ROOMS IN HOTELS 77

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79 OTHER SPACES FOR MEETINGS AND EVENTS SPECIAL CULTURAL FACILITIES ESCORIAZA-ESQUIVEL PALACE A Renaissance palace located in the heart of the medieval almond, a few metres from the gothic Santa Maria Cathedral and attached to the wall. Its extraordinary plateresque facade and the magnificent cloister with its glass roof gives it a special historical and artistic value. Especially suitable for medium-sized events such as exhibitions, presentations and social events. A council-owned and managed building, partially rehabilitated. Nearby underground parking: Artium and France IV. ROOM Cloister Chapel Bascongada Room ESCORIAZA-ESQUIVEL PALACE Fray Zacarías Martínez, 5 and Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) congrestur@vitoria-gasteiz.org 79

80 SPECIAL CULTURAL FACILITIES MONTEHERMOSO CULTURAL CENTRE The centre promotes and distributes contemporary art and culture through an extensive programmes of exhibitions and activities. It has a total area of 6423 m 2, of which 1365 m 2 are for the Old Water Tank located in the second basement. Apart from the spaces dedicated to permanent services (offices, documentation rooms, and multipurpose spaces that host courses, seminars and workshops), there are different rooms that make up a total of 2823 m 2 for exhibition. The centre also has 1588m 2 of garden, created as a complementary space for public use, where the cafeteria is located. The architectural uniqueness of its spaces and especially the Ortuño Room, cloister and Water Tank can he highlighted. A council-owned and managed building. ROOM Nearby underground parking: Artium and France IV. MONTEHERMOSO CULTURAL CENTRE Fray Zacarías Martínez, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) administracionmontehermoso@ vitoria-gasteiz.org Cloister Ortuño Room (Events Hall) Betolaza Room Projection Room IT Room Salcedo Room 54 15/ Water Tank

81 OTHER SPACES FOR MEETINGS AND EVENTS SPECIAL CULTURAL FACILITIES PRINCIPAL THEATRE An Italian-style theatre modelled on the Madrid Zarzuela Theatre opened in It was renovated in 1992 and hosts the main symphonic music, theatre and dance events in the city. Nearby underground parking: Dendaraba, Santa Bárbara and Amárica. A council-owned and managed building. ROOM Room Ambigú PRINCIPAL THEATRE San Prudencio, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) teatro@vitoria-gasteiz.org 81

82 ARTIUM BASQUE MUSEUM-CENTRE OF CONTEMPORARY ART SPECIAL CULTURAL FACILITIES Artium has extensive experience in organizing social and corporate events: company events, new product launches, discussion forums, press conferences, business lunches and gala dinners. It has underground parking: Artium. Artium Basque Museum- Centre of Contemporary Art is a museum and cultural activities centre dedicated to collecting, producing, distributing, investigating and transmitting the art of our time. It is located in the centre of Vitoria, next to the Medieval Old Quarter and most dynamic social and economic areas of the city. The museum also forms a cultural hub with the Montehermoso Cultural Centre and the group of museums (BIBAT Fournier Cards and Archaeology Museum and the Museum of Natural Sciences) located in the Old Town. It offers spaces and services that can be hired to develop different types of acts. The functionality of the architecture of the museum allows you to customize 82 each celebration: different entrances, rooms with different atmospheres, outdoor activities. The museum is also equipped with a full, state-of-the art range of technical facilities. ROOM ARTIUM BASQUE MUSEUM-CENTRE OF CONTEMPORARY ART Francia, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) dapellaniz@artium.org Auditorium in fixed seating + 16 pax Main lobby Anteroom Plaza Room Inner plaza (open air space) Lower Lobby Upper East Room Seminar Room

83 OTHER SPACES FOR MEETINGS AND EVENTS BIBAT FOURNIER CARDS AND ARCHAEOLOGY MUSEUM ROOM Cultural facilities located in the Old Quarter. It includes two styles of architecture with a 250m 2 patio: that of the Bendaña Renaissance palace which houses the Álava Fournier Cards Museum and a building which is the latest creation by architect Patxi Mangado, housing the Museum of Archaeology. Auditorium Hall Courtyard ÁLAVA MUSEUM OF FINE ART ROOM ÁLAVA MUSEUM OF FINE ART. AUGUSTI PALACE Paseo de Fray Francisco, Vitoria-Gasteiz Information and bookings: Tel. (+34) museobellasartes@araba.eus Hall and adjacent areas Exhibition Room Garden In addition to the permanent exhibits, the centre has common spaces: a room for temporary exhibitions, auditorium, library and teaching workshops. A building owned and managed by Álava Provincial Council. Nearby underground parking: Artium and France. IV. BIBAT FOURNIER CARDS AND ARCHAEOLOGY MUSEUM Cuchillería, Vitoria-Gasteiz Information and bookings: Tel. (+34) / bibat@araba.eus A sumptuous building inspired by the Renaissance palaces, the residence between 1912 and 1916 of the nobility in the new quarter of Victoria, and located near Ajuria Enea Palace and five minutes from the centre, surrounded by a 1200m 2 garden. The hall is an interesting space where small events are organized as well as in some permanent exhibition rooms. A building owned and managed by Álava Provincial Council. Nearby underground parking: Cathedral and Amárica. 83

84 SPECIAL CULTURAL FACILITIES CASA DEL CORDÓN Located in the heart of the Old Quarter, this monumental house of the fifteenth century owes its name to the Franciscan stone cord around one of the entrance archways. Its interior conceals a polychrome starry vault, which covers the noble room of the tower and remains intact until today. This is one of the few civil buildings that remains. The Jewish merchant, Juan Sánchez de Bilbao, had it built and it was the temporary residence of illustrious figures such as Philip the Handsome and his wife, Joanna the Mad. This is an example of careful restoration work that retains the curious combination of stately and commercial house which enables it to hold small gatherings and meetings in a very unique space. Nearby underground parking: Artium, Francia IV and Dendaraba. In addition, the building witnessed some of the great events of history. Adriano of Utrecht, for example, received the news of his election as Pope Adriano VI in this house. CASA DEL CORDÓN C/ Cuchillería, Vitoria-Gasteiz. Tel. (+34)

85 OTHER SPACES FOR MEETINGS AND EVENTS SPECIAL CULTURAL FACILITIES SANTA MARIA CATHEDRAL Santa Maria Cathedral is a tourist and cultural centre of the first order. Open for worship in 2014, it has a complete programme of guided visits to tour the bowels of a building with over 800 years of history. From the crypts to the tower, it is a fully-accessible building for all people. ROOM Portico /250 Archaeologists Room Hostel Room 22 25/30 Hostel Courtyard * Catering is available in all areas except the porch. Furthermore, it also has several adjacent spaces such as the Cathedral hostel offering complementary services. Nearby underground parking: Artium and Francia IV. THE SANTA MARIA CATHEDRAL Cuchillería Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) fundacion@catedralvitoria.eus 85

86 AZUCARERA BUILDING SPECIAL CULTURAL FACILITIES The old Azucarera factory, restored in 2000, is a symbol of industrial and cultural heritage in Euskadi because of its historical and architectural value. Located on the Vitoria-Gasteiz Ali Gobeo industrial estate, it occupies an area of 9911 m². It has offices, modular premises and spaces for holding events. It includes all infrastructure services for office use. It has outdoor parking. EDIFICIO BUILDING Avda. de los Huetos, 79 (Ali Gobeo industrial estate) Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) sprilur@spri.eus SPACE CAPACITY PAX FEATURES GROUNDFLOOR Atrium 462 m Space m 2 -- Open unfurnished space. 2 offices. Space m 2 -- Open unfurnished space. 2 offices WEST WING Room m pax Seated in lecture room. Room m 2 20 pax Seated in lecture room. Room m 2 18 pax Room with conference table. 1 office. Room m 2 18 pax Room with 2 conference tables. 1 office. Other conference room for 6 people. Room m Room m Room m Mezzanine floor 458 m * It may be possible to use the atrium and Room 1 (detail West Wing), only on weekends. 86

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88 JESÚS GURIDI CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC OTHER SPACES A contemporary building, opened in 1984 and devoted to higher education in music. It is very close to Europa Conference Centre and has an auditorium of 650 seats A council-owned building. Underground car park nearby: Vitoria-Gasteiz Bus Station. JESÚS GURIDI CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC Plaza de la Constitución, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) info@conservatoriovitoria.com ÁLAVA TECHNOLOGY PARK Jesús Guridi Auditorium OTHER SPACES A versatile space for generating all kinds of events and meetings with up to 500 attendees, equipped with the most advanced technical facilities and a professional and personalized service space. It Includes a 24-hour security service, reception, communication equipment and a wireless data network. Álava Technology Park is a landmark business environment, 7 km from Vitoria and where innovative companies or technology-based services are located. It is distinguished by the number of regional flagship companies based there and the existence of qualified community relations, from which companies reap the benefits. ÁLAVA TECHNOLOGY PARK Central Building C/ Hermanos Lumiere, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Álava) Tel. (+34) alava@parke.eus 88

89 OTHER SPACES FOR MEETINGS AND EVENTS FERNANDO BUESA ARENA OTHER SPACES It has outdoor parking. FERNANDO BUESA ARENA Portal de Zurbano, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) Baskonia basketball team uses Fernando Buesa Arena's multipurpose venue to play its official competition matches. With a capacity of 15,504 spectators, it often hosts national and international sporting events from different disciplines. It is also used for other events such as major exhibitions, concerts or festivals. IRADIER ARENA It has underground parking: Iradier Arena. OTHER SPACES A modern multifunctional facility opened in 2006, designed for use as a bullring and all kinds of events. It has a unique retractable roof which enables it to hold various events throughout the year, such as performances, concerts, trade shows and social events. IRADIER ARENA Plaza del Renacimiento, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) iradierarena@vitoria-gasteiz.org Enclosure and stands ,000/

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97 Proposals for SOCIAL PROGRAMMES / INCENTIVES Vitoria-Gasteiz and its surroundings have all the necessary ingredients to ensure a quality social programme. Innovative ideas for incentives put into practise to the letter, combining a visit to the main cultural resources, with adventure, fun, food, sport and nature... A range of services for small groups to complete the event with unique experiences. When requesting information and booking your social activities program, please contact: VITORIA-GASTEIZ CONVENTION BUREAU EUROPA CONFERENCE CENTRE Avda. de Gasteiz, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel. (+34) Fax. (+34) congrestur@vitoria-gasteiz.org 97

98 > CULTURAL Vitoria-Gasteiz: green, stone and food. Old Quarter: the Almond, the Cathedral and the Wall. Be Basque. Music in the jazz capital. Abracadabra. Dance to the sound of swing! > DE NATURALEZA Birding watching birds. The Green Belt: on foot, by bike or tourist tricycle. > ASSETS AND SPORT Walking & running through the green city. Basketball in one of the best halls in Europe. Touch the sky. On pilgrimage to Santiago via Vitoria. > FOOD AND DRINK Our 'must' gastronomic restaurants, cider houses and grills. Let s go on the pintxos. Gastronomic events agenda. We love sweets. Aprons on: cooking workshops. > ÁLAVA 100% NATURAL EXPERIENCE Rioja Alavesa Wine Route. Álava Txakoli Route. Salt worker for a day in the Añana Salt Valley. The home of Chancellor Ayala. Golfing in a Natural Park. The Camino de Santiago via Álava. 98

99 Proposals for SOCIAL PROGRAMMES / INCENTIVES VITORIA-GASTEIZ: GREEN, STONE AND FOOD The Salburua wetlands and Ataria Interpretation Centre with its suspended viewpoint show you the green dimension of the city on a ride aboard a tourist tricycle with driver. Nature is just a few minutes away from the centre to the more historical side in the Old Quarter with a visit Santa Maria Cathedral. A source of inspiration for great writers like Ken Follett or Paulo Coelho, it was declared a World Heritage Site in 2015 in the context of the Interior Northern Camino de Santiago. To conclude, another key feature of Vitoria: food and drink, with a cooking show and workshop where you will end up tasting all the dishes. 99

100 OLD QUARTER: THE ALMOND, THE CATHEDRAL AND THE WALL Our Old Quarter is almond shaped and has many styles. Gothic in its beautiful churches, Renaissance in its palaces, baroque facades, and even neoclassical in Arquillos de Olaguibel. It is also modern, with brightly coloured murals that adorn some of its facades. There you can visit the Santa Maria Cathedral, declared a World Heritage site in 2015 in the context of the Interior Northern Camino de Santiago and the Wall, winner of the Europa Nostra Award for the recovery of cultural heritage in 2010, and which protected the hill of the old city. Walk the streets and get lost in its vibrant shops, pintxo bars, restaurants and businesses which reflect a new Old Quarter. BE BASQUE 100 The rhythmic and musical clash of sticks with wooden planks in the txalaparta, the improvised verses sung in Basque by the bertsolaris or singers, the harmonic steps of Basque dances or the passion of the Basque against the court. Experience our Basque culture in first person with scheduled workshops.

101 Proposals for SOCIAL PROGRAMMES / INCENTIVES MUSIC IN THE JAZZ CAPITAL A Jazz capital since 1976 when the first Festival was held. Each edition musters the most prestigious musicians in July. Now you can enjoy a small concert on stage at the Principal Theatre where Jazz XXI Century is held, get started with any of the instruments and feel the jazz beating in the city. ABRACADABRA To the sound of Abracadara, the brain disbelieves what our eyes see: how is that possible? Learn one of the most suggestive magic tricks and be surprised with a small-group magic session. If your visit is in September and coincides with the International Magialdia Magic Festival hosted by the city, enjoy it in every square and shop window. BAILA SWING! You love it when you see it and think you can t do it. Now you can try. Get a real swing dance class at group level and enjoy the music and dancing. In June, Gastroswing is held in the city, so you can put into practice what you have learned in different concerts and workshops. 101

102 BIRDING WATCHING BIRDS Imagine connecting with Nature through birds. Watch them guided by an expert in wetlands within the city, the Ullibarri-Gamboa reservoir or the valleys and mountains looking towards the Mediterranean. You have the option to visit them on foot or by bicycle. THE GREEN BELT: ON FOOT, BY BIKE OR TOURIST TRICYCLE Walking, feeling the wind in your face whilst riding a bike or enjoying the scenery by taking a tourist tricycle with driver are three options to discover the Green Belt of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Where Nature blends urban spaces and is the reason for this being the European Green Capital with the top position in Europe where consolidated green areas area are concerned. A stop on the way is Ataria, the Salburua Wetlands Interpretation Centre. Visit it and do not forget to observe the wetlands from the top of the suspended viewpoint. 102

103 Proposals for SOCIAL PROGRAMMES / INCENTIVES WALKING & RUNNING THROUGH THE GREEN CITY Staying at the European Green Capital means you can go walking or running and find yourself surrounded by parks and natural areas. Throughout the city there are planned urban greenways ideal for putting on your shoes and going out to enjoy walking or running. An initiative coordinated with hotels, which allows programmed routes with directions and times between 30 and 60 minutes to begin at establishments in Vitoria-Gasteiz. The athlete Martin Fiz, winner of the Prince of Asturias Award for Sports in 1997, runs regularly in the El Prado park with the Spanish marathon team: go running with him and the other runners. 103

104 BASKETBALL IN ONE OF THE BEST HALLS IN EUROPE Enjoy the magic of basketball in one of the best halls in Europe, with its capacity for 15,000 spectators. Attend the amazing spectacle of a match at Buesa Arena in pitchside seats next to your favourite players. You can also visit the VIP lounge where you can enjoy delicious catering. TOUCH THE SKY Up and away in a hot air balloon soaring through the city and region. A unique experience in which you will touch the sky and get a different perspective on Vitoria and places as special as the Izki area, Rioja Alavesa, etc. This experience is subject to weather conditions. 104

105 Proposals for SOCIAL PROGRAMMES / INCENTIVES ON PILGRIMAGE TO SANTIAGO VIA VITORIA The Camino de Santiago crosses the city from east to southwest and you can see it on the golden shells that appear on the street pavements. Guided by the Álava Association of the Camino de Santiago, you will feel like a pilgrim following the footprints towards Santiago and discovering the rewards of the route though Vitoria, especially in the Old Quarter. The hostel for visitors and pilgrims at the foot Santa Maria Cathedral, declared a World Heritage Site in 2015, in the context of the Interior Northern Camino de Santiago, allows you to share experiences with other travellers. 105

106 OUR 'MUST' GASTRONOMIC RESTAURANTS, CIDER HOUSES AND GRILLS Álava s cuisine is based on seasonal produce. Try our 'must' cuisine in the city s restaurants, grills and cider houses. They form part of the traditional dishes or the most advanced culinary creations. Perretxikos (St George's mushrooms). Snails. Products bearing the distinctive Eusko Label (vegetables, potatoes, meat, honey). Salt from the Añana Salt Valley. Idiazabal cheese. Álava Rioja wine. Designation of Origin Txakoli, Arabako Txakolina (young white wine). 106 Álava pinto bean.

107 Proposals for SOCIAL PROGRAMMES / INCENTIVES LET S GO HAVE SOME PINTXOS Participate in the tradition of having a drink through the downtown streets and the Old Quarter by following a pintxos route, (miniature authentic delicacies) with the route itself revealing the heritage and history of the city. They are irresistible at the counters of numerous bars and restaurants, and accompanied by a wine from Rioja Alavesa, a Designation of Origin Txakoli, Arabako Txakolina, Basque cider or Álava beer. There is also another way to enjoy pintxos and that is "going for pintxo-pote". Going for pintxo-pote" Vitoria-Gasteiz is a pioneer of this trend that has been exported to other provinces. There are over 20 routes starting around the city with prices for a drink and pintxo at between 1 and 2.5. Go ahead and try them. 107

108 In September and December you will also find... > ÁLAVA PINTXO CELEBRATION WEEK The hoteliers of the city and province offer the best creations in their bars that week to qualify for awards for the best pintxos in Álava. Quality produce and pintxos in a good atmosphere. Zaldiaran Restaurant: * Michelin Star. Josean Merino, of the perretxico : Innovation Award and Jury Special Distinction Award in the VIII 2013 Pintxos Championship of Basque County and Award for 'Best Pintxos Bar and Tapas of Spain 2011', in the XIII Best of Alicante Cuisine Conference. Senen Gonzalez of Sagartoki Tapas Bar-Restaurant, XII "Spanish Omelette - The Best of Gastronomy Championship Winner (2010). Date: September > ÁLAVA CASSEROLE WEEK AND ÁLAVA RIOJA WINE Dozens of participating establishments display their mini casserole dishes with the slogan 'Traditional and Creative Food' to appreciate and promote traditional gastronomic formula. Date: December > ARDOARABA TASTE STREET. GRAN FIESTA ENOGASTRONÓMICA. Álava Rioja wines, ciders and txakolis, accompanied by highend culinary creations and pintxos can be sampled at this international-flavoured event, held throughout the city in tents and more than 80 hotel establishments. Date: December Bank Holiday Check menus in restaurants, tapas bars, etc. in: 'Food & Wine, an exquisite city guide', and 108

109 Proposals for SOCIAL PROGRAMMES / INCENTIVES WE LOVE SWEETS Chokoreeto-La Peña Dulce, Goya, The Tradesmen and Sosoaga open their workrooms for you so that you can see exactly where their delicious sweets are created. Thanks to the Álava Association of Artisan Confectioners, this dessert route is a unique opportunity to visit and sample their artisan craft made of flour, chocolates and sugar. 109

110 APRONS ON: COOKING WORKSHOPS > THE MARKET Its eno-gastronomic teaching room, located on the second floor of the building, is a space dedicated to culinary promotion and training with a modern kitchen and 15 employees, plus an adjacent multipurpose room. Without doubt, a teaching room in the middle of the 12,000m 2 of the market with its fresh, quality produce. The urban gardens of its multipurpose terrace also act as an eno-gastronomic teaching room. On facebook Mercado de Abastos > SHOW COOKING IN CATERING SCHOOLS Euskadi cannot be understood without its cuisine. Therefore hotel schools in the city offer the opportunity to learn at first hand the secrets of our most traditional and modern cuisine. A participatory session in which the pairing of the famous Álava Rioja and Txakoli wines is a must. > MAMIA A comprehensive project focussing on bread and cuisine. As its creators say, "the crumb, the essence, the bakery in public view, no gimmicks. A place to smell, see, taste and learn, where bread is the star. In the same space in the neighbourhood of San Martin, a workshop, shop and teaching room for culinary creation come together

111 Proposals for SOCIAL PROGRAMMES / INCENTIVES > SU ALAI They teach all kinds of cookery classes: beginners, advanced, cake making, vegetarian, rice, fresh pasta Cooking for kids, Teambuilding, cooking party It doesn t matter if you've never handled a frying pan in your life or on the other hand if you are the best at making a crème brûlée: they put on activities tailor made for the needs of the client. > DELICIOUS SWEETS À LA CARTE A centre with a warm welcome, where in addition to tasting their pastries with cakes, cupcakes, pastries and muffins in their cafeteria, you can learn how to cook them. Products for celiacs, diabetics, lactose intolerance and gluten. > 'SAL Y COCINA' On the premise that it costs the same to do things right as to do them badly and that this applies to food, they offer cooking workshops for preparing various dishes that are enjoyed in class. The courses are for all levels, including children. > 'ON EGIN' COOKING ACADEMY At this academy you can discover the world of food and drink with an extensive catalogue of courses and workshops to develop your skills in the kitchen. Their motto is that "cooking is an art: it is not taught but transmitted" and with this they want to convey their passion for cooking. Beginners, advanced, express cooking, signature cuisine, pintxos, casseroles and homemade cake making courses

112 RIOJA ALAVESA WINE ROUTE The vineyards of Álava Rioja live in harmony with the medieval villages, the traditional underground fretwork and avant-garde architecture of wineries designed by famous architects like Gehry, Calatrava, Aspiazu or Maziéres. Visit or enjoy a typical lunch at a winery, tasting their internationally recognised wines and enjoying an unusual landscape at the foot of the majestic Sierra de Cantabria. Álava Rioja is a pleasure. ÁLAVA TXAKOLI ROUTE Txakoli is a light, fruity, slightly sparkling wine with an acidic and refreshing touch, with its own Designation of Origin, and whose vines grow in places of great beauty. Immerse yourself in their culture of txakoli with a journey through its wineries. The Txakoli Route 112

113 Proposals for SOCIAL PROGRAMMES / INCENTIVES SALT WORKER FOR A DAY IN THE AÑANA SALT VALLEY Through its programme of guided tours, the Añana Salt Valley (Salinas de Añana, Álava) allows you to discover this outdoor monument with thousands of years of history, and has received the Europa Nostra Award You will discover the restoration work of this cultural landscape in the midst of a rehabilitation process and the different types of salt and artisan production. Chefs Aduriz, Atxa, Berasategui and Subijana, amongst others, extol its high gastronomic value and have their own salt beds in the valley. Inside one of the salt production beds and roller in hand, you will feel like a real salt farmer. Also, afterwards you can enjoy the salt spa, which recalls the baths of the salt farmers in salt brine, or take part in a tasting to appreciate the different qualities and tastes of salt stalagmites, sea salt and salt with arbequina oil. THE HOME OF CHANCELLOR AYALA Delve into the home of Chancellor Ayala, forerunner of the Renaissance, poet, chronicler of four kings, diplomat, warrior and royal adviser. Visit the monumental site of Quejana with the Tower-Chapel of Virgen of Cabello, thechurch of San Juan Bautista and the XIVcentury fortified built by Chancellor Ayala, now a museum of sacred art. 113

114 GOLFING IN A NATURAL PARK Vitoria-Gasteiz is sheltered by natural parks of Valderejo, Gorbeia and Izki. In the latter you can play golf on an 18-hole course designed by Severiano Ballesteros, with its wide fairways surrounded by oaks and holly. THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO VIA ÁLAVA Humid woods, endless plains, rural landscapes, Romanesque buildings such as the Armentia Basilica (from the twelfth century), the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Estibaliz, Gaceo and Alaiza, the old quarter of Salvatierra The shell of Santiago will accompany you on your journey. 114

115 POST-CONFERENCE Proposals for SOCIAL PROGRAMMES / INCENTIVES Vitoria is 45 minutes from Bilbao and just over an hour from Donostia-San Sebastián. A diverse, attractive and welcoming city. In addition to the Guggenheim Museum, its streets are home to the Museum of Fine Arts, the Euskalduna Palace, the Maritime Museum, the Arriaga Theatre, the Museum of Sacred Art, the Plaza Nueva, the Basque Museum, the Bizkaia Bridge or Hanging Bridge of Portugalete (declared a World Heritage Site) and the Old Quarter, to enjoy Bilbao s cuisine. Bilbao has also become a leading centre for select shops and businesses. A culturally active city, with events that occur throughout the year, such as the BBK Live Festival or the Bilbao International Documentary and Short Film Festival. BILBAO Gipuzkoa's capital tastes of pintxos and world famous haute cuisine, breathes cinema and culture (European Capital of Culture 2016) and opens to the sea on pristine beaches like La Concha. A place that has given birth to artists like Paco Rabanne or Chillida, and in whose creations beats the character of Donostia-San Sebastián. DONOSTIA- SAN SEBASTIÁN In the cultural arena, home to the San Telmo Museum, the Eureka Zientzia Museoa or the Cristobal Balenciaga Museum in the nearby Getaria. To this can be added events that have already become genuine classics, such as the San Sebastián International Film Festival or Jazzaldia. 115

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120 PRACTICAL DIRECTORY INDEX PCO COMPANIES AND TRAVEL AGENCIES (Professional Conference Organizers) RECEPTIVE TOURISM COMPANIES CONGRESS ASSISTANTS TOURIST GUIDES TRANSLATORS, INTERPRETERS AND SIMULTANEOUS INTERPRETING CATERING HOTEL AND RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT SCHOOLS STAGE, STRUCTURES, MARQUEES, STANDS, MOUNTS AND FURNITURE HIRE AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT RENTAL LABELLING OF BANNERS AND SIGNS CAR RENTAL WITH DRIVER AIR TAXI GIFTS AND SCREEN PRINTED ADVERTISING PRODUCTS TYPICAL GIFTS FROM VITORIA-GASTEIZ SOCIAL PROGRAMME Wine tasting and wine routes Dramatized dinners Dramatized visits to the Old Quarter Active tourism companies Golf in Vitoria-Gasteiz Golf in Álava A bird s eye view Tricycle rental with driver Sports centres 120

121 PRACTICAL DIRECTORY FOR ORGANIZING CONFERENCES AND EVENTS PCO COMPANIES AND TRAVEL AGENCIES (Professional Conference Organizers) AKIMU, Tourism Projects Tel / akimu@akimu.com ARBAT, Management and Communication Herrería, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@arbat.es BEINKE, Tourism and Cultural Projects Pintor Pablo Uranga, 12 bajo Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@beinke.org Ciudadano Kane Comunicación Herminio Madinabeitia, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel: / info@ciudadanokane.es FIDELIZA - GRUPO XABIDE - Mondragón, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@grupoxabide.es GOLF DREAMS EUSKADI Landazuri, 5 2º Izq Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel josebe@golfdreamseuskadi.com INUA VIAJA ORGANIZA Valladolid, 2 1º E Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@inuaorganiza.com K MEETINGS Álava Technology Park. Hnos. Lumiere, 11 Central Building. Ofic Miñano (Álava) Tel / info@kmeetings.com PRISMAGLOBAL Francisco Javier de Landaburu, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@prismaglobal.es VIAJES ECUADOR Avda. Gasteiz, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel vitoriar@viajesecuador.net VIAJES EL CORTE INGLÉS Donosti, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel comercialvitoria@viajeseci.es RECEPTIVE TOURISM COMPANIES AGROTRAVEL Joaquín Collar, 8 bajo Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@turismoresponsable.es ALAVITA Las Escuelas, 10 Of Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel alavita@alavita.es GOLF DREAMS EUSKADI Landazuri, 5 2º Izq Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel josebe@golfdreamseuskadi.com 121

122 CONGRESS ASSISTANTS AZAFATAS GASTEIZ Tel / info@azafatas-gasteiz.com KALEARTE Paseo de la Iliada, 28 2 B Tel / info@kalearte.com K MEETINGS Álava Technology Park Hnos. Lumiere, 11 Edificio Central Ofic Miñano (Álava) Tel / info@kmeetings.com TOURIST GUIDES AITOR DELGADO TOURS Tel tours@aitordelgado.com EUSKADI GUIDE BUREAU Rioja, 19 3º A Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel euskadigb@euskadigb.es KALEARTE Paseo de la Iliada, 28 2 B Tel / info@kalearte.com MAIDER ECHEVARRIA TOURS Tel maider76@hotmail.com TRANSLATORS, INTERPRETERS AND SIMULTANEOUS INTERPRETING ARABAKO GORRAK (Sign language) Palencia, 6 bajo Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel arabakogorrak@hotmail.es ils.arabakogorrak@telefonica.net ESAN Traducciones Postas, 18 3º Oficina Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / esan@esantradu.com GDS Traductores e Intérpretes Obdulio López de Uralde, 6 bajo Izda Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@gdstraductores.com GIDATOUR info@gidatour.org GUÍAS ARTEA Portal del Rey, 6 1º dcha Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@guiasartea.com 122

123 PRACTICAL DIRECTORY FOR ORGANIZING CONFERENCES AND EVENTS NENA Translation Services Pintor Pablo Uranga, 1 bajo Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / nekane@t-and-i.com ON-GLOBAL Nueva Dentro, 33 A bajo Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel admin@on-global.com ZADOR Cercas Bajas, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@zador-language-services.com HOTEL AND RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT SCHOOLS ESCUELA DE HOSTELERIA EGIBIDE MENDIZORROTZA Plaza Amadeo García Salazar, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@egibide.org ESCUELA DE HOSTELERIA GAMARRA Presagana, 1 bajo Gamarra Mayor (Vitoria-Gasteiz) Tel gamarra@gamarraeskola.com CATERING ALTAIR-ABADIA Catering Pedro Asúa, (A) Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel servicios@abadia-catering.com Catering ARIMENDI Hotel Jardines de Uleta Suites Uleta, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@jardinesdeuleta.com ALABOCA Catering Portal de Bergara 4, Pabellón Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@alaboca.es 123

124 STAGE, STRUCTURES, MARQUEES, STANDS, MOUNTS AND FURNITURE HIRE EVENTOKIT Zurrupitieta, 13 Pol. Ind. Jundiz Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@eventokit.es LANKIDE Servicios empresariales Kapelamendi, 7 Pol. Ind. Gamarra Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@lankide.com ZEPPELIN Gasteizbidea, 41 bajo Alegría/Dulantzi (Araba/Álava) Tel / info@zeppelinespectaculos.com AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT RENTAL AIDAZU AUDIOVISUALES Avda. de los Huetos, 50 Pabellón Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / aidazu@aidazu.com REG TELECOMUNICACIÓN Domingo Beltrán, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel i.reg@euskalnet.net LABELLING OF BANNERS AND SIGNS ALDATU Miranda de Ebro, 2 4 bajo Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel aldatu@aldatu.com ARBEX DIGITAPRINT Venta de la Estrella, 6 Pabellón Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel administracion@digitaprint.com EPS Agencia de Comunicación e impresión digital Herminio Madinabeitia, 18 Pab Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel hola@epscomunicacion.es ESTUDIOS URIARTE Portal de Gamarra, 7 Pab. 21 (Next to the Shell garage) Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@estudiosuriarte.com JF50 INTERSEFER GASTEIZ, S.L. Fueros, 41 2º Dcha Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / fernando@jf50.es OKETA Rotulación Avda. del Cantábrico, 12 Pabellón Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / juancarlos@rotulosoketa.es 124

125 PRACTICAL DIRECTORY FOR ORGANIZING CONFERENCES AND EVENTS Rótulos BASTIDA Avda. del Cantábrico, 12 Pabellón Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel Rótulos ROA Barratxi, 12 Pabellón Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / / rotulosroa@rotulosroa.com administracion.roa@rotulosroa.com ROTUPRIX Textos Arkatxa, 1 Pabellón 1B Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel rotuprix@terra.com SAN MARTÍN Impresión digital Argentina, 3 bajo Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@sanmartin-digital.com SERIGRAFÍA ÁLAVA, S.A. Portal de Gamarra, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / clientes@tectron.es SISTEMAS ARCO San Antonio, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel arco@arcosc.com CAR RENTAL WITH DRIVER GRUPO CELEDÓN Federico Baraibar, 34 bajo Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel servicios@grupoceledon.com SERCOLUX Portal de Gamarra, 11 Pabellón Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / sercolux@sercolux.com AEROTAXI NORDJET AIRLINES Aerotaxi y vuelto charter Foronda Airport Passenger Terminal Foronda (Álava) Tel / (H24) nordjet@nordjet.es GIFTS AND SCREEN PRINTED ADVERTISING PRODUCTS DELFíN Promotions and Marketing Correría, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel informacion@delfinregalos.com D-REGALO San Antonio, 28 4º B Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / d-regalo@d-regalo.net K MEETINGS Álava Technology Park Hnos. Lumiere, 11 Edificio Central Ofic Miñano (Álava) Tel / info@kmeetings.com LEGO 2021 Pintor Tomás Alfaro, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel comercial@lego2021.com 125

126 TYPICAL GIFTS FROM VITORIA-GASTEIZ GUEREÑU Plaza General Loma, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel Cuchillería, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel mikel.guerenu@gmail.com NONBAIT Mateo de Moraza, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@nonbait.com SOCIAL PROGRAMME Wine tasting and wine routes CATAVINUM (Wine school) Gabriel Aresti, 2 bajo Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel / info@catavinum.net UNIÓN DE COSECHEROS DE RIOJA ALAVESA WINE CELLAR Sancho El Sabio, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel exclusivasrioja-alavesa@euskalnet.net EGUREN UGARTE WINE CELLAR Plaza de Abastos Jesús Guridi, s/n Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel silvia@egurenugarte.com THABUCA WINE TOURS Mayor, Labastida (Álava) Tel info@thabuca.com 126

127 PRACTICAL DIRECTORY FOR ORGANIZING CONFERENCES AND EVENTS Dramatized dinners EL PORTALÓN Correría, 151 Tel Dates: From October to June. Dramatized visits to the Old Quarter VITORIA-GASTEIZ TOURIST OFFICE Plaza de España, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel turismo@vitoria-gasteiz.org Active tourism companies AVENTURA SOBRÓN Carretera A Sobrón (Álava) Tel info@aventurasobron.com Golf in Vitoria-Gasteiz URBAN GOLF SEMINARIO Camino de Santa Teresa, s/n Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@golfseminario.com GOLF JUNDIZ Paduleta, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@golfjundiz.com Golf in Álava CLUB GOLF DE LARRABEA, S.A. Ctra. de Landa, s/n Legutiano (Álava) Tel info@larrabea.com COMPLEJO IZKI GOLF Urturi Golf Course Urturi (Álava) Tel izkigolf@izkigolf.com ZUIA CLUB DE GOLF Altube Sports Area Altube (Álava) Tel / zuiagolf@zuiagolf.com A bird s eye view ALAVA EN GLOBO Zapatería, 16 3º Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@alavaenglobo.com LIGHT AIRCRAFT FLIGHTS Aeroclub Heraclio Alfaro Aeropuerto de Vitoria-Gasteiz, s/n Foronda (Álava) Tel Tricycle rental with driver ADBIKERS Ramón y Cajal, 9 2º Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@adbikers.com Running VITORIA EN ZAPATILLAS Tel: info@vitoriaenzapatillas.com Sports centres GAMARRA SPORTS COMPLEX Barrachi, 39 A Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel MENDIZORROTZA SPORTS COMPLEX José Luis Compañón, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel BAKH Baskonia Sports Centre and Ice Rink Paseo de la Biosfera, Vitoria-Gasteiz Tel info@bakh.es 127

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131 ACCOMMODATION OFFER ACCOMMODA- TION OFFER The city has an excellent network of hotel accommodation and unique establishments. In Vitoria-Gasteiz the number of beds is greater than 3600, with hotels from 1 to 5 stars. In the vicinity of the city we can find an inn and a campsite for 250 people. The city boasts outstanding quality in apartment hotels and apartments. In addition, Vitoria-Gasteiz has a unique hostel with 90 beds. Álava province offers rural accommodation of unquestionable quality and charm. HOTEL BEDS IN VITORIA-GASTEIZ CATEGORY NO. ROOMS NO. SEATS ***** Hotels **** Hotels *** Hotels ** Hotels * Hotels ** Guesthouses * Guesthouses Apartments TOTAL

132 ACCOMMODA- TION H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 > HOTELS Gran Hotel Lakua ***** Tarragona, 8 Tel El Caserón **** Hospitaleros, 7 Tel NH Canciller Ayala **** Ramón y Cajal, 5 Tel Sercotel Boulevard **** Zaramaga, 3 Tel Silken Ciudad de Vitoria **** Portal de Castilla, 8 Tel Hotel Jardines de Uleta Suites**** Uleta, 1 Tel Abba Jazz Vitoria *** Florida, 7 Tel AC General Álava by Marriott *** Avda. de Gasteiz, 79 Tel Hotel Araba*** Avenida de los Huetos, 17 Tel H10 H11 H12 H13 H14 H15 H16 H17 H18 Hotel Gobeo Park *** Avda. de los Huetos, 48 Tel Holiday Inn Express *** Paduleta, 59 Tel Hotel Palacio de Elorriaga *** Elorriaga, 15 Tel Apartahotel Jardínes de Aristi** Portal de Zurbano, 2 Distrito de Salburua Tel Hotel Centro Vitoria ** Pasaje del General Álava, s/n Tel Dato ** Dato, 28 Tel Desiderio ** Colegio San Prudencio, 2 Tel Hotel El Coto** Principal, 7 (Lermanda) Tel Duque de Wellington ** Duque de Wellington, 14 Tel

133 ACCOMMODATION OFFER H19 H20 H21 Achuri * Rioja, 11 Tel Amarica * Florida, 11 Tel Hotel Barrachi * Barrachi, 6 Tel A28 A29 San Fermín Apartments Pamplona, 45 Tel mentossanfermin.com > HOSTEL Albergue de la Catedral de Santa María Cuchillería, 87 Tel H22 H23 A24 A25 A26 A27 Hotel Gorbea * Teodoro González de Zárate, 50 Tel La Bilbaína * Prudencio María Verástegui, 2 Tel > APARTMENTS Dream Park Apartments Avda. Bruselas, 8 Tel / Ibaiondo I y II Apartments Duque de Wellington, 50 A Tel Irenaz Apartments Hondarribia, 1 con Duque de Wellington Tel Milenio Apartments Pamplona-Iruña, 23 Tel B& B 3 0 AG1 AG2 A3 CR5 C6 > BED & BREAKFAST La Casa de los Arquillos Los Arquillos, 1-2º Tel > RURAL ACCOMMODATION Agroturismo Abaienea Abaienea (Aríñez) Arínez, 30 Tel / Agroturismo Arkaia Arkaia 13 C (Arkaia) Tel Apartamentos rurales Casas de Amarita Amárita, 30 (Amárita) Tel / Casa Rural Los Huetos Hueto Arriba, 34 (Hueto Arriba) Tel Camping de Ibaia Ctra. N 102 (Zuazo de Vitoria) Tel

134 Escoriaza-Esquivel Palace Montehermoso Cultural Centre Principal Theatre Artium Basque Museum-Centre of Contemporary Art BIBAT Álava Museum of Fine Art Casa del Cordón Santa María Cathedral Azucarera Building Jesús Guridi Conservatory of Music Álava Technology Park Fernando Buesa Arena Iradier Arena Europa Conference Centre Villa Suso Palace 134

135 ACCOMMODATION OFFER > HOTELS H1 Gran Hotel Lakua ***** H2 El Caserón **** P Lodging Tourism information Indoor parking Outdoor parking H3 H4 H5 H6 NH Canciller Ayala **** Sercotel Boulevard **** Silken Ciudad de Vitoria **** Hotel Jardines de Uleta Suites **** Hospitals Police Bus station Taxi stop Tram stop Streetcar lines Limited time parking. OTA Airport RENFE train station Rail line Europa Conference Centre H7 H8 H9 H10 H11 H12 H13 H14 H15 Abba Jazz Vitoria *** AC General Álava by Marriott *** Hotel Araba*** Hotel Gobeo Park *** Holiday Inn Express *** Hotel Palacio de Elorriaga *** Apartahotel Jardínes de Aristi** Hotel Centro Vitoria ** Dato ** Buesa Arena Ataria. Salburua wetlands Interpretation Centre Service stations Camino de Santiago Senda Route-Camino de Santiago H16 H17 H18 H19 H20 Desiderio ** Hotel El Coto** Duque de Wellington ** Achuri * Amarica * H21 Hotel Barrachi * H22 Hotel Gorbea * H23 La Bilbaína * A24 Dream Park Apartments A25 Ibaiondo I y II Apartments A26 Irenaz Apartments A27 Milenio Apartments A28 San Fermín Apartments > HOSTELS A29 Albergue de la Catedral de Santa María AREAS CENTRE NEW TOWN AVENUE UNIVERSITY PATHWAY B& B 3 0 AG1 AG2 > BED & BREAKFAST La Casa de los Arquillos > RURAL ACCOMMODATION Agroturismo Abaienea Agroturismo Arkaia A3 Apartamentos rurales Casas de Amarita CR5 Casa Rural Los Huetos C6 Camping de Ibaia 135

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139 VITORIA-GASTEIZ TURISMO & CONVENTION BUREAU TOURIST AND CONFERENCE SERVICES > CITY PROMOTION Attending tourism trade fairs and conferences. Tourism presentations. Advertising media. Fam-trips. Interagency coordination. > CONFERENCE OFFICE Gestión del Europa Palacio de Congresos y Exposiciones y Palacio de Villa Suso: Event monitoring. Calendar of occupation. Room design. Technical equipment. Customer Support. Advice to organizers. Preparation of customized incentive programmes. Distribution of city resources. Direct communication with conference sectors of the city. Development of specific offers. > TOURIST OFFICE Municipal Tourist Office Management: Tourism resources databases. State information files. Euskadi information files. Directly related to the tourism sector of the city. Attention to individual, local or foreign customer. Tourist information points for relevant events. Information on promotional activities. Tourism promotion. > PUBLICATIONS Design publications (content: tourism, conference, cultural, sports...) Publication and distribution of publications. Conference Office CONVENTION BUREAU EUROPA CONFERENCE CENTRE Avda. de Gasteiz, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Álava/ Spain) Tel. (+34) Fax. (+34) congrestur@vitoria-gasteiz.org TOURIST OFFICE Plaza de España, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Álava/ Spain) Tel. (+34) Fax. (+34) turismo@vitoria-gasteiz.org 139

140 ADVANTAGES OF EUROPA CONFE- RENCE CENTRE 1 > 25 years of professionalism and experience in conference and event hosting. LOCATION City centre. Main thoroughfare. Commercial area, with hotel accommodation, cafeterias and restaurants. In communication with the main routes into the city from Burgos, Madrid, Bilbao, Donostia-San Sebastián, Pamplona and Zaragoza. SPACES Auditorium for 800 people, halls for 150 people, adaptable rooms from 20 to 150 people, viewpoint space for social events and banquets up to 350 people, technical office, VIP lounge and gallery exhibitions. Events up to 1200 people. Multipurpose and / or exhibition spaces, lunches for people, technical exhibitions, trade fairs, plenaries people, etc. FEATURES A spacious, adaptable, functional and comfortable with building plenty of natural light. Complete technical services: PA system, projection, translation, Wi-Fi throughout the Palace and videoconferencing. ADVANTAGES Specializing in event planning advice. High technical qualification in human resources. Personalized service. Additional offer: tourist documentation, visit programmes and activities. Competitive business sector in conference services > Architecture that is sustainable and unique, with its spectacular vertical garden. > Adaptable spaces for different formats: world café, workshop, tributes, presentations, round tables, improvisations, shows... High Quality technical and professional services. > Maximum comfort in facilities: natural light, interior streets, informal meeting places... Value at a highly competitive rate. > Single window: The Conference and Tourism Office is located in the Palace itself. Comprehensive information. > Central location and with great communications. Tram stop at the foot of the building, next to the bus station... > More than 20 meeting rooms, from 25 to 1200 people, and more than 3000 m 2 for events and exhibitions. 140