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subtitle: EuroPython 2025 will be back in Prague!
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import { Image } from "astro:assets";
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## Main Conference Venue (Monday–Friday) – Prague Congress Centre
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### Where
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[The Prague Congress Centre](https://www.praguecc.cz/en/homepage) will host EuroPython 2025 from **July 14th to July 20th** (Monday–Friday).
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import venueImage from "./images/prague.jpg";
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import pccEntrance from "images/entrance5-pcc5.jpg";
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Address: 5. května 1640/65, 140 21 Praha 4, Nusle
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# Conference Venue - Prague Congress Centre
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<Map location="Prague Congress Centre" zoom={15} />
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[The Prague Congress Centre](https://www.praguecc.cz/en/homepage) will host
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EuroPython 2025 from **July 14th to July 20th**. It’s a renowned venue, having
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hosted the IMF, NATO, and other significant international organizations.
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The conference centre is adjacent to Vyšehrad—just a short walk from
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[Náplavka](https://www.mmzoneblog.com/naplavka), a lively area filled with
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cafes, pubs, and restaurants, perfect for relaxing by the river and soaking up
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the city’s spirit.
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**IMPORTANT:** Please use **Entrance 5** to access the conference.
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Vyšehrad station (on Line C of the Prague underground railway) is right next to
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the venue and offers convenient public transport from the airport and all major
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rail and bus stations.
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![Entrance 5 of the Prague Congress Centre](/images/entrance5-pcc5.jpg)
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<Map location="Prague Congress Centre" zoom={15} />
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### How to Get There
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- **By metro:** Take metro line C (red line) to **Vyšehrad** station. Exit on the **Vyšehrad** side — the venue is right in front of you.
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### What’s Nearby
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- **Vyšehrad:** A historic castle complex with parks and beautiful views of Prague. A must-visit.
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- **Náplavka from Vyšehrad:** A lively riverside area with pubs and spots to relax.
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- **I.P. Pavlova:** One metro stop away — great for food, with plenty of restaurants and fast-food options.
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- **City center:** Take the metro two stops to **Muzeum** (line C), then exit onto Wenceslas Square. To explore further, transfer to the green line at **Muzeum** and go to **Staroměstská** (Old Town Square) or **Malostranská** (across the river).
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## Sprints Venue – Saturday & Sunday
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### Where
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The EuroPython sprints, along with the Unconference day, Humble Data, and Django Girls, will take place at Italská Budova Building, Prague University of Economics and Business, Žižkov Campus on Saturday & Sunday **July 21st to July 22nd**.
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<address>
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**Entrance 5**
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Kongresové centrum Praha, a.s.
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140 00 Prague 4, Czechia
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</address>
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Address: Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze - Italská budova, náměstí Winstona Churchilla 1938, 130 00 Praha 3, Žižkov
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**IMPORTANT: Use Entrance 5 of the building to enter the conference.**
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<Map location="Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze - Italská budova, nám. Winstona Churchilla 1938, 130 00 Praha 3-Žižkov, Czechia" title="Sprints Venue" />
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<Image
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src={pccEntrance}
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width="1200"
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class="w-full h-auto border-4 border-white rounded-lg shadow-lg"
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alt="Entrance 5 of the Prague Congress Centre"
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/>
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For detailed directions, visit the
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[venue's website](https://www.praguecc.cz/en/how-to-get-here) or refer to their
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[orientation guide (PDF)](https://www.praguecc.cz/users_data/files/plany-pater/FINAL_ORIENTATION_PLANS_PCC_2018_A1_CMYK.pdf).
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Refer to the [Žižkov Campus Map (PDF)](https://www.vse.cz/english/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/page/1000/planek_en.pdf) to help you navigate. Look for the inscription **"Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze"** above the entrance.
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## Sprints Venue
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### How to Get There
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- **By bus:** The nearest stops are **Náměstí Winstona Churchilla** (line 135) and **Viktoria Žižkov** (lines 101, 123, 135, 175, 176). If you get off at **Náměstí Winstona Churchilla**, the entrance is directly across the street on **Italská**.
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- **By tram:** From **Viktoria Žižkov** stop (lines 5, 9, 26), walk 5–10 minutes via **Seifertova Street**, through the park by **Winston Churchill Monument**, then up **Italská Street**. The entrance will be on your left.
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- **By metro or train:** Go to **Hlavní nádraží** (main train station, line C). After exiting the metro, go up one level (not the ground floor) and turn left toward the **North Platform (Sever)**. Walk through the tunnel, take the escalators, then stairs, and you’ll reach **Italská Street**. The VŠE building will be right in front of you. Walk uphill for a minute or two — the entrance will be on your left.
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The sprints venue is still to be confirmed. [Stay tuned](/contacts) for more
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information!
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### What’s Nearby
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- **Žižkov** is known for its underground culture and alternative scene.
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- **Riegrovy Sady:** A beautiful park with pubs and food trucks. Offers one of the best sunset views in Prague with Prague Castle in the background.
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[Viewpoint location on Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Riegrovy+Sady+View/@50.0797966,14.4404483,133m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x470b95452e738ffb:0xae1d6053aa86f142!8m2!3d50.0796954!4d14.4402301)
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- **Růžová zahrada:** A quiet rose garden located inside Riegrovy Sady, a few minutes from the venue.
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[Entrance location](https://www.google.com/maps/@50.0817811,14.4428445,110m/data=!3m1!1e3)
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- **Žižkov TV Tower:** A 15-minute (uphill) walk away. Offers a panoramic view of Prague (entry is a bit pricey) and features David Černý’s iconic crawling baby sculptures.
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- **City center:** You can walk to the main train station, go through it, and reach Wenceslas Square. It’s about a 15-minute walk.

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