• Travel to Salamanca

Although it is possible to travel to Salamanca by train from France and Portugal, or to fly to Valladolid and continue from there by bus or train, the most convenient option for most congress participants is to fly to Madrid and travel from there to Salamanca.

From Madrid–Barajas Airport (Terminal 4 Bus Station), Monbus operates direct buses to Salamanca (https://www.monbus.es). There are usually 6–7 departures daily, and the journey takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.

The same company also operates frequent buses (approximately every hour) from Estación Sur – Méndez Álvaro Bus Station in central Madrid.

Alternatively, there are 2–4 fast trains per day from Madrid–Chamartín Train Station to Salamanca, with a travel time of about 90 minutes.

From Madrid Airport, the easiest way to reach the train station is by Cercanías (suburban railway). The Cercanías line C-1 connects Terminal 4 of the airport with Chamartín station in about 15–20 minutes. This option is generally faster and more convenient than the Metro.

A taxi from the airport to either Chamartín station or Méndez Álvaro Bus Station has a fixed fare of €30 and takes approximately 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic.

Further information about Cercanías services can be found at: https://www.renfe.com/es/en/suburban/suburban-madrid.

  • Accommodation

There are several good hotels in the university area, although the entire historic centre of Salamanca is within easy walking distance of the University. In the old town, everything in fact is within walking distance and generally easily accessible for people with reduced mobility, as the centre of Salamanca is mostly flat.

Prices for 3-star hotels typically start at around €70 per night, while many very good 4-star hotels can be found for approximately €80–110 per night.

The Fonseca–Irish College itself offers 41 double rooms for participants attending activities organised by the University. The first 41 applicants will therefore have the opportunity to stay there at a special rate (around €75 per night).

Below is a selection of hotels located within walking distance of the congress venue.

Very close to the venue (5–10 minutes)

Historic centre (10–15 minutes)

Other comfortable options (15–20 minutes)

Many additional hotels, guesthouses, and budget accommodations are available throughout the city centre. Participants may wish to consult common booking platforms such as Booking.com, Expedia, or similar services to explore further options.

  • Dining in Salamanca

The city offers many good restaurant options, and it is easy to eat for €25–30 per person (often significantly less). The area also has bars and shops of all kinds, where many locals buy food, clothes, and other essentials. It is often referred to as an ‘open-air mall,’ as it continues to compete effectively with the more modern shopping areas on the outskirts of the city.