HEROES semi-annual meeting
We are delighted to invite you to the HEROES second Semi-Annual meeting, on 21–23 October 2025 at Halmstad University, Sweden. This page is updated regularly with the latest information about the event.
The preliminary programme details are shared below, to enable you to make travelling arrangements. We kindly ask you to send one participant from each work package, including representatives from the Board of Presidents, Steering Committee, and Student Council.
Preliminary programme for the meeting
21 October
09.00–09.30 Check-in and registration (entrance, S building)
09.30–10.15 Welcome plenary and practical information (S1002, S building)
10.15–12.00 Group meetings (SC, WP, Student Council)
12.00–13.30 Lunch (entrance, S building)
13.45–16.30 Group meetings (continued)
18.00–20.00 Dinner at Restaurang Mangold on Campus
22 October
09.00–11.30 World café (S1020, S building)
11.30–12.00 World café summary in WP groups
12.00–13.00 Lunch (entrance, S building)
13.00–16.00 Group meetings (BoP, SC, WP, Student Council)
16.00–16.30 Closing plenary (S1020, S building)
17.30–18.30 Guided city tour
19.00–21.00 Dinner at Franz Bistro (Hotell Mårtensson in city centre)
21.00 The Student Union welcome all guests to the Student Pub "Lilla Hjärtat"
23 October
09.00–10.45 Management team meeting (location: H22, Trade Center) / Optional campus tour (the tour starts at the entrance of the S building)
10.45–12.00 Optional group meetings
12.00–13.00 Grab-and-go lunch (entrance, S building)
(Please notify Sofia Ryan Hägerling if you have an earlier departure and we will make the arrangements)
This programme is preliminary and may be object to change.
Practical information
As the weather can be a bit unpredictable on the west coast of Sweden in October, we suggest that you check the forecast and bring an umbrella.
Find your ways around campus
The address to the main entrance of campus is Kristian IV väg 3, 302 67 Halmstad.
To find your way around during your time here, please use the interactive map MazeMap.
The city centre is within walking distance to campus (approx. 30 minutes). If preferred, there is also the option of local transportation or taxi.
Check-in and registration
The check-in and registration desk are located in the entrance of Building S on campus between 09.00-09.30. The opening plenary will take place in room S1002 in Building S and starts at 09.30.
Erasmus+ mobility grant
If you are using an Erasmus+ mobility grant, please send the documents to Sofia Ryan Hägerling (see contact details above) for signing.
Travelling and accommodation
Airport alternatives
Copenhagen Airport (Kastrup Airport)
The largest airport in the region, with easily accessible trains to Halmstad straight from the terminals. Trains to Halmstad central station runs regularly, and Halmstad University is located only a 10 minute walk from the train station.
Gothenburg Airport (Landvetter Airport)
From Gothenburg airport you take the airport shuttle to Gothenburg Central Station where you change for the train to Halmstad central station. Halmstad University is located only a 10 minute walk from the train station.
Train tickets
Train tickets can be purchased in the airport or via the train company SJ's website. Please note that you cannot buy tickets on the train and you risk being given a fine if you board without a valid ticket.
Accommodation
Halmstad offers several hotels near the University. The hotels listed below are located in the city center, within walking distance to campus. We recommend booking your accommodation as early as possible, as hotels may fill up quickly during the event.
ProfilHotels Halmstad Plaza
This option is the closest to campus (around 15 min walk) and right next to the train station. Please use the link below for booking with discount.
Book ProfilHotels Halmstad Plaza External link, opens in new window.
Hotel Mårtenson
This option is located in the historical centre (around 30 min walk to campus) Please add group booking code: "HEROES" for discount.
