International Society for Arts and Medicine: Congress

About Berlin

Berlin is the capital of Germany, as well as its largest city by both area and population. With 3.7 million inhabitants, it has the highest population within its city limits of any city in the European Union. The city is also one of the states of Germany, being the third-smallest state in the country by area. Berlin is surrounded by the state of Brandenburg, bordering Brandenburg's capital Potsdam to the southwest. The urban area of Berlin has a population of over 4.6 million, making it the most populous in Germany. The Berlin-Brandenburg capital region has around 6.2 million inhabitants and is Germany's second-largest metropolitan region after the Rhine-Ruhr region, as well as the fifth-biggest metropolitan region by GDP in the European Union.

Getting There

• Berlin is easily accessible by air, with Berlin Brandenburg Airport serving as the primary international gateway to the city. Most visitors flying in will arrive at this major hub, which connects to Berlin's city center via train, bus, and taxi services. The airport express train (Airport Express) provides a direct, efficient connection to central Berlin in approximately 30 minutes. Once in the city, Berlin's public transportation network is comprehensive and reliable, featuring U-Bahn (subway), S-Bahn (commuter rail), trams, and buses that connect all major areas. Day passes and multi-day tickets offer excellent value for congress attendees. Alternatively, taxi services and rideshare apps operate throughout Berlin, providing convenient door-to-door options if you prefer direct transportation to your accommodation or the venue.