Toulouse, the fourth-largest city in France, is located in the southwestern part of the country, and is known as "La Ville Rose" (The Pink City). Its nickname comes from the distinctive pink terracotta bricks used in many of its buildings.  Renowned as a hub for aerospace—home to the headquarters of Airbus and several important aviation sites, Toulouse boasts a lively cultural scene, beautiful riverfronts along the Garonne, and picturesque squares filled with cafes and markets. The historic city center includes landmarks such as the Basilica of Saint-Sernin (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), the Capitole de Toulouse, and the Musée des Augustins.

CONGRESS CENTER
IASH 2026 will take place at the Pierre Baudis Congress Center.
11 Esplanade
Compans Caffarelli
31000 Toulouse
France

GENERAL HOTEL INFORMATION
Hotel Mercure Toulouse Centre Compans
Boulevard Lascrosses, 8 Esplanade Compans Caffarelli
31000 Toulouse
France

Novotel Toulouse Centre Compans Caffarelli
5 Place Alfonse Jourdain
31000 Toulouse
France

Both the Mercure and Novotel properties are within a 5 minute, or less, walk of the congress center.  

Hotel Room Rates
We have negotiated the following single occupancy rates at both hotels:

• The current occupancy tax (including sales tax) is 3.60€ per night, per person
  
• Government Room Rate: Not available

Hotel Room Cut Off Date
The cutoff date to take advantage of this rate is Friday, 7 August.  Any reservation requests made after this date are subject to availability. Please note, when you make your hotel reservation, the credit card you submit will only be used to guarantee your reservation. You will provide your method of payment upon check in. Reservations cancelled less than 72 hours prior to arrival, will be charged for the full amount of the reservation.  Take advantage of the negotiated rate today!

TRAVEL INFORMATION from PARIS
Via Air
Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Orly (ORY) offer frequent direct flights to Toulouse. The flight time is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) is approximately 8 km west of the city center.

Via Train
The high-speed TGV train connects Paris (departing from Gare Montparnasse) to the Toulouse Matabiau station. Travel time is approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. The Toulouse Matabiau station is located close to the city center.

GROUND TRANSPORTATION from TOULOUSE-BLAGNAC AIRPORT
Airport Shuttle
The Tisséo Airport Shuttle runs every 15 – 20 minutes and travels between the Toulouse-Blagnac Airport and Toulouse city center, stopping at key locations like the Pierre Baudis Conference Centre, Jeanne d'Arc Station, Jean Jaurès Station, and Matabiau Station.  The shuttle stop is located on the ground floor, near gate C2.

Rideshare
Both Uber and Bolt operate in Toulouse; Lyft is not available.  

Taxi Service
Taxi services are readily available outside the airport terminal.  Capitole Taxi is based in Toulouse and services the metropolitan area.  

Tram
The T2 tram line connects the airport directly with the center of Toulouse, its last stop. It departs on average every 20 minutes and takes about 35 minutes to reach the city center.  The tram at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport is accessible from the ground floor, specifically at the arrivals level, near Gate C2.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION
Passports
U.S. citizens traveling to France (and most of Europe) must have a valid passport. The passport should remain valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure. You must have at least one blank page for immigration stamps, though two are recommended.

Visas
Depending on your country, Visas may not be required for stays up to 90 days. For additional information on what documentation is needed when travelling to France, please refer to the government's official visa and entry informtation site, or the French embassy/consulate in your country of residence for the most up-to-date and specific requirements based on your individual situation. 

TIME ZONE and TEMPERATURE
In September, Toulouse will be in the CEST — Central European Summer Time zone (UTC/GMT+2). The average temperature will range between 77°F - 56°F (25°C - 13°C).