Venue

Futurium – The House of Futures

The Grand Challenges Conference 2026 will take place at Futurium—a hub where science, politics, art, and civil society come together to explore bold ideas for tomorrow.

With its focus on innovation, sustainability, and the future of coexistence, Futurium offers the perfect setting for a conference dedicated to addressing complex societal challenges across disciplines and sectors. Its interactive exhibitions and visionary architecture offer a dynamic backdrop for fresh thinking, creative exchange, and cross-sector collaboration.

Venue Address

Futurium
Alexanderufer 2
10117 Berlin

You are currently viewing a placeholder content from Google Maps. To access the actual content, click the button below. Please note that doing so will share data with third-party providers. More Information

🚆 Public Transport
  • 🚄 S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S7, S9 to Berlin Hauptbahnhof
  • 🚇 U-Bahn: Line U5 to Hauptbahnhof
  • 🚋 Trams: M5, M8, M10 to Hauptbahnhof
  • 🚌 Buses: 120, 147, 245, M41, N5 (Futurium bus stop)

From Berlin Hauptbahnhof, it’s just a 5-minute walk to the venue.

🚴 Additional Travel Info
  • 🚲 By Bicycle: Bike parking is available directly in front of Futurium.
  • 🚗 By Car: Parking in the area is limited. Public transport is recommended.

Conference Party Venue: Berlin Boat Tour

Join us for the conference party on a boat cruising the Spree River, where you can unwind and connect with fellow attendees in a vibrant and memorable atmosphere, all while taking in the sights of Berlin’s iconic landmarks.

How to Get to the Boat

The boat anchors directly across from Futurium, on the opposite side of the Spree River.

  • 🌉 Take the pedestrian bridge Michael-Brückner-Brücke located just east of Futurium.
  • ↪️ After crossing the bridge, turn left and follow the riverbank for about 2–3 minutes.
  • 🚢 The boat will be clearly signposted. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.