We are pleased to invite you to the University of Passau in Bavaria, Germany, for a vibrant and intellectually engaging conference set in one of Europe’s most scenic university towns. Located at the confluence of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz rivers and just a short distance from the Austrian border, Passau combines academic excellence with a unique cultural and natural environment.
With its award-winning campus architecture, compact layout, and direct riverfront location, the University of Passau offers an ideal setting for collaboration, reflection, and exchange. The campus is just a 10 minute walk from Passau’s historic old town, which is known for its baroque charm, winding alleyways, and the impressive St. Stephen’s Cathedral, home to one of the world’s largest church organs.
As one of Germany’s most international universities, Passau is widely recognized for its interdisciplinary strengths across economics, environmental sciences, governance, digitalization, and law, as well as its strong integration of research on sustainability and the Global South. Participants will experience a modern, lively campus deeply connected to key academic, policy, and societal networks in Germany and across Europe.
Conference attendees will have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge discussions, network with scholars and practitioners from a wide range of disciplines, and explore a welcoming and inspiring academic environment.
Passau itself offers an exceptional backdrop for both focused academic dialogue and informal interactions. The river promenades, green spaces, and panoramic viewpoints create a setting that is calm yet energizing. Beyond the campus, the old town invites visitors to enjoy its cafés, traditional Bavarian cuisine, and cultural heritage sites. For those wishing to explore further, Munich, Linz, and the Bavarian Forest are all easily accessible for short excursions.
