Welcome Reception
📅 Date: Monday, April 20, 2026
🕖 Time: Evening (exact time to be confirmed)
📍 Location: Palacio de Congresos – Courtyard
Join us for a welcome toast on the opening evening of ISHW 2026. This informal reception is a perfect opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and meet new members of the stellarator-heliotron community in a relaxed setting. Drinks and light refreshments will be served in the historic courtyard of the Córdoba Conference and Exhibition Center (Palacio de Congresos).
Guided Visit to the Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
🕕 Time: Late afternoon (exact schedule to be confirmed)
Experience one of the most iconic landmarks of Spain with a guided visit to the Mosque-Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Participants will explore the magnificent blend of Islamic and Christian architecture that defines this extraordinary monument, located just steps away from the congress venue.
Gala Dinner
📅 Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
🕗 Time: Evening (exact time and venue to be confirmed)
The Gala Dinner will be the highlight of the ISHW 2026 social program. Enjoy a memorable evening of fine cuisine, music, and camaraderie in a special venue that showcases the best of Andalusian culture. Details regarding the location and transportation will be announced soon.