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Acivs 2017 Advanced Concepts for Intelligent Vision Systems |
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Sept. 18-21, 2017 The Grauwzusters Cloister, Antwerp, Belgium |
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Acivs 2017 location
Acivs 2017 will take place at the Grauwzusters Cloister, Stadscampus Mutsaard, in the city of Antwerp on Sept. 18-21, 2017.
Local directions can be found on this website or on this map. On the map, the conference building is building S.
The address is Lange Sint-Annastraat 7.
About Antwerp
Antwerp is the largest city in Flanders, the northern part of Belgium, located in the centre of Europe. Antwerp is the real urban deal, a down-to-earth yet vivacious cosmopolitan habitat blessed with magnificent architecture, fashionable shop fronts, beer-washed pubs, dazzling monuments, jazzed-up clubs, inspired artworks and restaurant tables piled with plates of superb Belgian and multicultural food. Antwerp, home of the Flemish Baroque master Rubens, not only has a wealth of outstanding museums, picturesque galleries, sculpted streets and beautiful architecture, but is also laced with refreshing greenery and urban haunts. Antwerp, a pocketsize metropolis, within easy reach, thanks to excellent access by air, train, motorway and even water...
The history of the city of Antwerp is one of economic and cultural success over many centuries. The time of its greatest glory was the 16th century. Many remnants from those days can still be found in the historic city centre. The City Campus of the University of Antwerp is situated in the historical city centre and its central 16th century building “Hof van Liere”, is part of the cultural-historical patrimony of Antwerp. The Museum Plantin Moretus, an unique 16th century print shop and library, is a particularly wonderful and fascinating example. This Golden Age also boats some of Antwerp’s best-known painters: Rubens, Van Dyck, Jordaens and Teniers, whose works can be found in Antwerp’s museums and the city’s five monumental historic churches. The magnificent gothic Our Lady’s Cathedral is a category all of its own.
The University of Antwerp is characterized by its high standards in education, internationally competitive research and an entrepreneurial approach. It was founded in 2003 after the merge of three universities. The University’s roots go back to 1852. The University of Antwerp has approximately 13.000 students, which makes it the third largest university in Flanders. Over 1.500 of these students – exchange students not included – are from foreign countries, with a majority from EU countries. In order to face the challenges posed by the internationalization of European education and research, the University is part of the Antwerp University Association (AUHA).
Diamond capital of the world
Antwerp owes its very existence and prosperity to the River Scheldt. The port of Antwerp is the second largest in Europe, and in the top ten worldwide. The diamond trade is another major economic factor: within one square kilometer, near the Central Station, 80% of the world’s rough diamonds and 50% of the world’s polished diamonds are traded. In recent decades, Antwerp has become a leading European trendsetter in the world of fashion. In the 1980s the so-called Antwerp Six took London and Paris by storm after graduating from the famous fashion department of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. The movement they started is still going strong today, as one can easily tell from the many unique designers shops.
Enjoy good food
The people of Antwerp have always had a reputation for being gourmets. Because of its unique location, in the 16th century – the “Golden Age” – Antwerp was a port where all types of foodstuffs, drinks, herbs and spices from distant lands arrived. Even today a wide range of exotic foods is still on sale in Antwerp. The majority of Antwerp restaurants tend to go in the direction of the French cuisine, with the addition of a few fine Belgian touches or the use of typical Belgian ingredients. However, in this cosmopolitan city you‟ll find a whole range of European, ethnic and biological cuisine as well as restaurant experimenting with the latest food fads. The greatest concentration of places to eat is in the areas around the historic city centre, the central station and the South quarter of Antwerp.
Antwerp, a pocketsize metropolis
Antwerp is the real urban deal, a refreshingly down-to-earth yet vivacious cosmopolitan habitat blessed with magnificent architecture, fashionable shop fronts, beer-washed pubs, dazzling monuments, jazzed-up clubs, inspired artworks and restaurant tables piled with plates of superb Belgian and multicultural food. Antwerp, home of the Flemish Baroque master Rubens, not only has a wealth of outstanding museums, picturesque galleries, sculpted streets and beautiful architecture, but is also laced with refreshing greenery and urban haunts. Its culture, history, vibrant nightlife and world class shopping are within easy reach, thanks to excellent access by air, train, motorway and even water. Because of its historical heritage, bubbling social and cultural life, Antwerp offers an excellent environment for education and research and, of course, makes a great location for Acivs 2017.
Practical information
Weather
Belgium has a moderate maritime climate. The average temperature for Acivs 2017 is between 20 and 30 °C in Sept. 18-21, 2017.
Money
The standard unit of currency in Belgium is the Euro (€). There are cash machines throughout the city centre. Major credit cards are accepted in shops, restaurants, taxis and car parks.
Language
Belgium has 10,6 million inhabitants and three official languages: Dutch, French and German. Dutch is spoken in Flanders where 58% of the population lives and that lies in the northern part of Belgium. 32% of the Belgian people lives in Wallonie (in the south) where the official language is French. The remaining 10% lives in Brussels, capital of Belgium and Europe. Brussels is officially bilingual Dutch/French, but mostly French-speaking. The 70 000 inhabitants of the East Cantons (East Belgium) speaks German.
Antwerp lies in Flanders and although Dutch is most common mother tongue, English, French and German are also widely spoken.
Travel information
Belgium is located in the heart of Europe, with Brussels as the capital of Europe.
Brussels Airport (Zaventem) is the nearest international airport to Antwerp. Direct flights from all over the world have a stop in Brussels. The airport is only 45km (28 miles) away from Antwerp and can easily be reached in 50 minutes by train, bus, or taxi. In 2012 the new high-speed rail will be finished and the connection Brussels-Antwerp will only take 15 minutes.
Because Belgium is the centre of Europe other international airports, like Amsterdam (The Netherlands), London (Great Britain), and Paris (France), are not far away.
Schiphol Airport (Amsterdam) 166 km, 106 miles): frequent trains run directly from Schiphol Airport to Antwerp Central Station (travel time about 1h30).
Heathrow (London) (370 km, 230 miles): the Eurostar train connects London Waterloo Station to Brussels South Statin (Bruxelles Midi / Brussel Zuid). From Brussels South Station, you can take a regular train directly to Antwerp Central Station (travel time about 3h).
Charles De Gaulle (Paris) (350 km, 217 miles): the high speed train TGV brings you to Brussels South Station (Bruxelles Midi / Brussel Zuid). From Brussels South Station, you can take a regular train directly to Antwerp Central Station (travel time about 3h).
Acivs 2017Accomodation
Please note that rates are only valid for reservations made directly to the hotel of your choice by e-mail. Mention the reservation code (see overview below). All the hotels are situated within walking distance to the conference venue.
First class
DE KEYSER Hotel****
Room block of 15 standard/superior rooms until 25 August 2017
Reservation code: ACIVS – G17553
De Keyserlei 66-70 – 2018 Antwerpen
T +32 3 206 74 60 – F +32 3 232 39 70
www.dekeyserhotel.be
reservations@dekeyserhotel.be
Standard single 94 € - double 114 €, incl. breakfast and wifi
Superior single 109 € – double 129 €, incl. breakfast and wifi
Excl. city tax 2,40 €/pp/night
Midrange
ANTWERP CITY HOTEL***
Room block of 10 rooms until 25 August 2017
Reservation code: ACH-ACIVS
Appelmansstraat 31 – 2018 Antwerpen
T +32 3 203 54 00 – F +32 3 233 40 60
www.antwerpcityhotel.com
avaneynde@premgroup.com or info@antwerpcityhotel.com
Comfort room single 77 € – double 92 €, incl. breakfast and wifi
Superior room single 92 € – double 107 €, incl. breakfast and wifi
Excl. city tax 2,39 €/pp/night
LEONARDO HOTEL ANTWERPEN***
Room block of 10 rooms until 25 August 2017
Reservation code: ACIVS
De Keyserlei 59 – 2018 Antwerpen
T +32 3 232 14 43 – F +32 3 233 08 35
www.leonardo-hotels.com/antwerpen
reservation.antwerpen@leonardo-hotels.com
Comfort room single 77 € – double 87 €, incl. breakfast and wifi
Excl. city tax 2,39 €/pp/night
Budget minded
IBIS BUDGET ANTWERPEN CITY CENTER
Room block of 10 rooms until 25 August 2017
Reservation code: ACIVS – ref. 408605
Lange Kievitstraat 145 – 2018 Antwerpen
T +32 3 202 50 20 – F +32 3 202 50 21
www.ibis.com
h6192-BO@accor.com
Single room 52,50 €, double 60 €, incl. breakfast and wifi
Excl. city tax 2,39 €/pp/night