Leiden is a compact, green city and has been a popular destination for all kinds of congresses for many years. Discover how you can make your next conference more sustainable and give something back to the city.
In a recent article by The New York Times, Leiden is presented as an international City of Science, culture and academic heritage, where knowledge and history visibly come together in the city centre.
Pieterskerk Leiden has received the Leiden "Uitblinker" Award for generating international visibility for both the monument and the city of Leiden. The award recognises initiatives such as the Pilgrim Museum and KLM's House No. 106.
In 2026, Congress by design celebrates its 20th anniversary. Not with a retrospective, but with a year full of initiatives that highlight how science, human connection, and well-designed conferences can drive progress.