WELCOME TO REGGIO EMILIA!
Reggio Emilia is located in Northern Italy, between Bologna and Milan.
It is a medium-sized, safe, and walkable city, internationally known for its culture of civic engagement and education.
You won’t need a car. Most places you’ll go during BIP 2026 are within walking distance or a short bus ride.
Expect:
- Small cafés and local restaurants
- Open piazzas and green parks
- Bike lanes across the city
- A calm but active student environment
Official city website:
🔗 Comune di Reggio Emilia
MAIN VENUE
All main academic sessions will take place at
University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
Polo Didattico – Capannone 15C
Parco Innovazione Reggiane
Piazzale Europa 1
Reggio Emilia
This area is part of the Parco Innovazione district — a regenerated industrial space that now hosts university buildings, research labs, and innovation hubs.
You will likely spend most of your time here.
HOW TO GET HERE
By Air
Nearest airports:
- Bologna Airport (BLQ) – most convenient option
- Milan Linate or Milan Malpensa – alternative options
From Bologna Airport (Recommended Route)
- Take the Marconi Express to Bologna Centrale train station
- Take a train to Reggio Emilia
Train duration: approx. 45 minutes.
Trains run frequently throughout the day.
By Train
There are two stations:
- Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana (high-speed trains)
- High-speed station: Served by Italo and Trenitalia (Frecciarossa).
- Reggio Emilia Centrale (regional trains)
- Main station: Served by Trenitalia (Regional & Intercity trains)
Train info:
- Italo: Stops only at Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana.
- Trenitalia: Stops at both AV Mediopadana and Reggio Emilia Centrale.
Both are well connected to the city centre.
Bus tickets can be purchased at tobacco shops (“Tabacchi”) or via mobile app ROGER.
By Car
Reggio Emilia is on the A1 motorway (Milano–Bologna).
Parking info will be shared before arrival.
MOVING AROUND THE CITY
Good news: you won’t need a car because most places are walkable.
Navigating Reggio Emilia is straightforward with several convenient transport options. Choose the method that best suits your pace:
- Public Bus (Autobus)
- Online: We highly recommend downloading the Roger app. It is available in English and allows you to purchase tickets online and find the best routes based on your current location.
- In-Person: You can also purchase physical tickets at local convenience stores known as Tabacchi (Tobacco shops), identifiable by the large “T” sign outside.
- Pro-Tip: Don’t Forget to Validate!
- Having a ticket is not enough, you must validate it to make it official.
- Physical Tickets: Insert your ticket into the small yellow or green machines immediately upon boarding the bus. A timestamp will be printed on it.
- Roger App: If you use the app, ensure your digital ticket is activated/validated within the app as you board.
- Penalty: Failure to validate your ticket can result in a significant fine, even if you have a valid un-punched ticket in your hand.
- Bike & Scooter Sharing
- For a flexible and eco-friendly way to explore, use the Ridemovi app. This service allows you to locate and unlock electric bikes and e-scooters (monopattino) parked throughout the city.
- Taxi Services
- App: Use the TaxiMove app for quick digital booking.
- Phone: Call the 24/7 hotline at +39 0522 452545.
- Note: CTR RadioTaxi provides 24/7 service throughout the municipality of Reggio Emilia and its surrounding areas.
We strongly encourage sustainable mobility 🌱 — walk, bike, or use public transport whenever possible.
Most festival activities will not require long travel distances.
Emergency Information
European emergency number: 112
Additional local contacts will be provided before arrival.
This page is designed to help you plan your trip with clarity and avoid surprises.