LinkedInWe are delighted to offer a variety of social activities as part of the conference programme. These events are a great opportunity to connect with fellow attendees, explore the local culture, and make the most of your EuroGNC26 conference experience.
Please note that access to some of the events depends on the type of registration. An e-mail will be sent to all registered participants with a form to indicate your attendance at the social events. Responses must be submitted by April 1st. This is the deadline to secure a spot, except for events with limited capacity, which will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Thanks to our sponsors, companions can also join all social events by registering for the “extra-dinner” option.
Monday 4th May
17:30-19:30 Welcome cocktail
Kick off EuroGNC in style! Join fellow participants for a relaxed evening of drinks, conversation, and networking at our Welcome Cocktail. This is the perfect opportunity to meet colleagues, make new connections, and get into the EuroGNC spirit before the conference begins.
Venue: Auditorium hall at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid – Puerta de Toledo (conference site)
Open to: “Full” (both member and non-member), “Student” and “Extra dinner” registrations.
Tuesday 5th May
17:00-18:30 Student poster session cocktail
Join us for a lively Student Poster Session accompanied by a refreshing cocktail! This is a great chance to explore the latest research, engage with talented students, and enjoy casual networking in a relaxed, social atmosphere.
Venue: Auditorium hall at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid – Puerta de Toledo (conference site)
Open to: all day participants
Flamenco show
Venue: Paseo de la Esperanza, 17 Madrid (28005)
Open to: “Full” and “Extra-dinner” registrations (limited to 45 places per group)
20:30-22:30 Workshop networking dinner
Exclusively for pre-conference workshop participants, this special dinner at Doña Luz Rooftop combines refined dining with stunning city views for a memorable evening.
Venue: Calle de la Montera, 10, 28013 Madrid
Open to: only pre-conference workshops’ participants/lecturers
Wednesday 6th May
20:30-23:00 Conference dinner
Join us for a memorable evening at one of Madrid’s most historic restaurants. Founded in 1642, Restaurante Posada de la Villa is famed for its traditional Castilian cuisine, beautiful historic setting, and warm, elegant atmosphere.
Venue: C. de la Cava Baja, 9, Centro, 28005 Madrid
Open to: “Full” and “Extra-dinner” registrations
Thursday 7th May
13:30-15:30 Farewell party
Join us for the EuroGNC26 Farewell Party at Taberna El Urogallo to celebrate the conclusion of the conference! Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with drinks, tapas, and great company as we wrap up an exciting week of networking, learning, and collaboration.
Venue: Paseo de la Puerta del Ángel, 12, 28011 Madrid
Open to: all registrations (limited to 80, minimum 40 people)
13:30-15:30 Visit to Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida
Discover the beauty and history of Goya’s Church, one of Madrid’s iconic cultural landmarks. This small but stunning chapel is famous for its remarkable frescoes by Francisco de Goya, considered masterpieces of Spanish art.
The visit is a short 20-minute walk from the Farewell Party, offering a perfect cultural stop before the guided museum tour.
Venue: Glorieta de San Antonio de la Florida, 5, Moncloa – Aravaca, 28008 Madrid
Open to: all registrations (groups of 10 people)
17:30-19:00 Guided tour – Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Explore the world-class Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum on a guided tour highlighting its exceptional collection, from Renaissance masterpieces to modern art. This exclusive tour is limited to two groups of 27 participants, providing a unique opportunity to appreciate the museum’s treasures in depth.
Join us for an inspiring cultural experience and a perfect way to close the conference day.
Venue: Paseo del Prado, 8, 28014 Madrid
Open to: all registrations (minimum 15/maximum 54 pax = 2 groups of 27)
Friday 8th May
09:30-14:00 Technical visit
A bus will be provided departing / returning from UC3M-Puerta Toledo at the indicated hours. The participants will be split into two groups, and both will visit each installation for 1’5 hours taken from one to the other by the same bus.
UC3M – Center for Space Technology and Nano/Micro Satellites
UC3M-CSAT is a new 180m2 state-of-the-art research and testing facility for space technology and nano/micro-satellites. It provides researchers, universities, and industry partners access to advanced Assembly, Integration, Verification and Testing (AIVT) infrastructure such as: (i) a large magnetic cage equipped with a very low-friction air-bearing table capable of testing satellites up to 150-200kg; (ii) high-fidelity GNSS/GPS hardware emulators and signal generator/analysis equipment; (iii) ESD-protected areas for sensitive electronic components integration; and (iv) a 70m2 ISO-8 clean room with an 11kN shaker with slip table.
UC3M-CSAT, status in Nov’25 (cleanroom was not operative yet).
Museum of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Discover the history of Spanish aviation and space exploration at the Museo de Aeronáutica y Astronáutica, featuring historic aircraft, spacecraft models, and fascinating aerospace exhibits.
The objective of the museum is to acquire, conserve and display the aircraft, equipment and associated paraphernalia that constitute the historical heritage of the Spanish Air Force. It has an exterior exhibition and seven hangars. They house aircraft, uniforms, medals and decorations, vehicles, mock-ups, and other aviation-related displays.
