2024 Annual POLIS Conference
The Annual POLIS Conference 2024—a joint event by POLIS, Baden-Württemberg, the City of Karlsruhe, and Messe Karlsruhe—took place on 27-28 November in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
The Annual POLIS Conference is Europe’s leading sustainable urban mobility event, providing an opportunity for cities and regions to showcase their transport achievements to a large audience of mobility experts, practitioners, and decision-makers from both the public and private sectors.
After a record-breaking edition in 2023, the POLIS Team and our Conference hosts and POLIS members Baden-Württemberg and Karlsruhe were glad to welcome 1,000 participants for another fantastic Conference.
PRESENTATIONS
All our presentations are now available!
We have once again gathering the brightest minds, policymakers, industry leaders, and city and region representatives from all over Europe and beyond to engage in 32 insightful sessions and 2 thought-provoking plenaries. If you miss any presentation, click below!
PHOTOS
Can you spot yourself in our photos?
We have collected all the photos that were taken during our Conference in Karlsruhe and uploaded a special selection online.
If you wish for any of your pictures to be removed, please get in touch with Alexia (acollignon@polisnetwork.eu) or Alessia (agiorgiutti@polisnetwork.eu).
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FAQ
I would like to receive updates about future Conferences in my inbox—who should I reach out to?
To be added to our Conference updates mailing list, please contact Alexia at acollignon@polisnetwork.eu or, alternatively, Alessia at agiorgiutti@polisnetwork.eu.
THE BEST OF Baden-WürttemberG
Do you want to explore the state of Baden-Württemberg and visit other POLIS members during your German stay in November?
The host city and co-host of the Annual POLIS Conference 2024, renowned for its distinctive fan-shaped layout, offers a wealth of transport innovations and tourist attractions.
Explore the vibrant Gutenbergplatz market or the Baden State Museum, relax in the Botanical Gardens, or hop on a bike to enjoy Karlsruhe‘s cultural and nature cycling tours. Nearby, you can also ride along the Rhine Cycle Route, Rhine Valley Trail, Black Forest Trail, and Stromberg-Murrtal Cycle Route, ensuring there is plenty to add to your itinerary!
Distance from KARLSRUHE:
- 45 minutes by train
- 4 hours and 30 minutes by bike
- 1 hour and 20 minutes by car
The Stuttgart region stands as the geographical, economic, and political heart of Baden-Württemberg. Renowned for its economic prowess and as the birthplace of the automobile, it hosts numerous global players and innovative medium-sized enterprises.
The area also boasts stunning landscapes along the Neckar River, where industrial hubs are interspersed with forests, meadows, and vineyards. Moreover, Stuttgart is an ideal destination for leisure and sport cycling and is actively working to enhance its bike-friendliness for commuters!
Distance from KARLSRUHE:
- 40 minutes by train
- 2 hours and 45 minutes by bike
- 45 minutes by car
Heidelberg captivates visitors with its blend of historic architecture and scenic natural landscapes, all easily accessible on foot or by bicycle. Indeed, according to the 2018 nationwide survey ‘Mobility in Germany,’ 33% of all journeys in the city are made by bike. Moreover, Heidelberg boasts an extensive network of cycle paths totalling 260 kilometres, making it the cycling leader in Baden-Württemberg—the city aims to enhance its appeal to cyclists even further with its ‘Bicycle Strategy 2030,’ a significant step towards more sustainable mobility.
Beyond its romantic charm and bicycle-friendliness, Heidelberg is an academic powerhouse. It is home to Germany’s oldest university, esteemed institutions, and renowned research centres and companies, showcasing a nexus of knowledge and innovation.
