PRACTICAL INFORMATION
ARRIVAL
Airport
The closes airport is Palanga International Airport, approximately 1 hour by car (directions).
The other two major international airports are in Kaunas (directions) and Vilnius (directions).
Car rental is available in all airports.
Train/Bus
The train/bus station is 10 min walk/3 min drive from the championship site.
Train timetables and tickets here. Bus timetables and tickets here.
FROM VILNIUS
There are direct train and bus routes from Vilnius to Plungė. It takes around 3.5 hours by train and around 5 hours by bus.
FROM KAUNAS
There are direct bus routes from Kaunas. Depending on the route it can take 2.5-4 hours. Direct train routes are not available.
FROM KLAIPĖDA/PALANGA
There are direct train and bus routes from Klaipėda to Plungė. It takes around 1 hour by train and around 1.5 hours by bus.
To arrive from Palanga you need to change in Klaipėda. There is a direct shuttle bus service from Palanga Airport.
FROM RIGA
There is a direct bus service with Ollex. Duration around 4 hours. Tickets can be purchased here.
ACCOMODATION
Camping
A camping site will be available close to the championship location.
Parking will be available within 5-10 min walk from the camping site.
Outdoor WC and cold water available at campsite.
Hot shower on the premises of the manor.
Hotels
Accomodation at Hotel Porto is available at discounted rates for participants and volunteers.
CATERING
The organisers will provide lunch for volunteers and participants on all days of the championship and preparations, June 5-10. Please see lunch times in the program.
Drinking water, tea and coffee will be available.
For breakfast and dinner cafes and restaurants are located within walking distance or a few minutes drive by car.
Restaurant "Flow" (Oginski hotel, directions)
Wow pizza (Directions)
There are a number of grocery stores within 15-20 min walking from the championship site. Opportunities to purchase food on site will be limited.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
VOLUNTEERS
Safety helmets and glasses will be mandatory in the competition site. They will be provided by the organizers. However, if you have your own, please bring along.
PARTICIPANTS
Medical insurance for the duration of the championship is recommended.