The iDiv Conference 2026 will take place at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität (FSU) Jena, one of Germany’s oldest and most prestigious universities, located in the heart of the historic city of Jena. The conference venue is centrally located around the main university building at Fürstengraben, within easy walking distance of public transport, hotels, restaurants, and cultural landmarks.
Address
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität (FSU) Jena
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena
Germany
Conference Rooms
The conference will use several lecture halls and seminar rooms within the university complex at Fürstengraben 1 (HUG – Universitätshauptgebäude):
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Aula (main plenary sessions)
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Foyer (Ground Floor & 1st Floor) – registration, coffee breaks, and poster sessions
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Hörsaal 24
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Hörsaal 235
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Hörsaal 250
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Seminarraum 28
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Seminarraum 29
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Seminarraum 30
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Senatsaal
All rooms are equipped with standard audiovisual facilities and are located within the same building or in close proximity, allowing for smooth transitions between sessions.
Getting There
- By train: Jena is well connected by regional and long-distance trains. Jena Paradies station is the closest station and only a 5–10 minute walk from the venue. Jena West station is about a 15–20 minute walk or a short tram ride away. From either station, follow signs toward Universitätsplatz / Fürstengraben.
- By Public Transport: Tram lines 1 and 4 stop at “Universitätsplatz”, directly adjacent to the main university building.
- By Car: Limited parking is available nearby; we strongly recommend using public transport.
Friedrich Schiller University Jena combines a rich academic tradition with modern research and teaching facilities. The historic main university building at Fürstengraben provides an inspiring setting for scientific exchange, featuring elegant lecture halls, bright foyers, and state-of-the-art technical equipment.
Located in Jena’s city center, the venue is surrounded by cafés, restaurants, shops, and green spaces, and is only a short walk from the Saale river and major cultural attractions. Its compact layout makes it ideal for conferences with parallel sessions and networking opportunities.
For more information about Friedrich Schiller University Jena, visit:
https://www.uni-jena.de
