The European Heart House is the administrative headquarters of the European Society of Cardiology, situated in Sophia Antipolis, France.
Getting to Nice
The European Heart House (EHH) is located in Sophia Antipolis, near Nice/Antibes on the French Riviera.
By train
The closest train stations are Antibes, Cannes and Nice-Ville. Both stations are served by regional train services as well as high-speed national trains (TGV — Train à Grande Vitesse) via SNCF Connect.
Rail travel is the most environmentally-friendly option and is recommended whenever possible.
By plane
Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport (NCE) is the closest airport (~25 km from the venue).
Discounts
- Lufthansa Group airline network - Benefit up to 10% discount
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- Air France/ KLM airline network - Benefit up to 10% discount
Air France and KLM are the official carriers for ACNAP 2026 and if you book your flight via the dedicated link you will benefit from up to 10% discount on the public fare.
The unique Internet Discount Code is only available if the ticket is booked in EUR(€) currency via the
airfrance.com or the klm.com website. If you reside in a Non EUR currency country, please change
the website to a country with EUR currency.
3 steps to claim your unique discount:
1. Follow the regular booking process, when asked if “travelling for business” select YES and use your Corporate OIN, if you do not have a Corporate OIN please use MICE as “contract name”, this will ensure the Air France-KLM corporate recognition associated with “Global Meetings and Events” programme for your flights.
2. After completing your personal details, select “Proceed to payment details” at the bottom of the page and enter the the discount code: GME60347AF in the “Your discount code” field.
3. Click on 'Send discount code' and if conditions are met* the discount will be applied.
By car
From Nice Airport: Take the A8 motorway, exit 44 (Antibes/Sophia Antipolis), follow signs to “Les Templiers”.
Parking: Free parking available on-site.
Getting to the venue
The Congress Centre at the European Heart House (EHH) is located in Sophia Antipolis, near Antibes on the French Riviera. It is accessible by shuttle, bus, or taxi from Nice Airport and Antibes train station.
Address
European Society of Cardiology
The European Heart House (EHH)
Les Templiers
2035 route des colles
CS 80179 BIOT
06903 SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS Cedex
France
Tel: +33.4.92.94.76.00
Shuttle service
A shuttle service will be available for ACNAP delegates staying in Sophia Antipolis and Antibes/Juan-les-Pins, departing from a shared meeting point.
Full details (timetables and stops) are available in the Shuttle guide.
From Nice Airport to Congress Center
- By Bus (Zou): ~55 minutes approx (including 15 mn walk)
Line 630
Catch bus direction "Sophia Antipolis" from "Aéroport Promenade" get out at "Les Chappes" + about 10 mn walk to congress center). Follow the access map to reach the Congress Centre safely from Sophia Antipolis bus stops.
€2.10 unit ticket
Check out Timetable here
Note: Reduced train/bus frequency on weekends.
- by Taxi: ~35 minutes approx, €60–€80
Uber/Bolt: Available; pricing varies with time of day and weekend demand.
Ask for hybrid or electric options when booking
Consider Car-sharing with colleagues whenever possible
From Antibes Train Station (close to city center) to Congress Center
Buses depart from Pôle d’Échange d’Antibes (next to the train station) - take the bus direction “Sophia Antipolis.”
You can plan your journey using the Envibus route planner here: Route planner link
Line 12 – Fastest option
Approx. 15 minutes total travel time (including 3 minute walk)
Stop: Maison du Cœur (return choose "Bioparc stop)
Ticket: €1.50
Follow the access map to reach the Congress Centre safely from Sophia Antipolis bus stops.
Line A – Free option (most frequent)
Approx. 40 minutes total travel time (including 15 minute walk)
Stop: Saint-Philippe
To use this line for free, download the Envibus Ticket App, create your account and select “Pass navette centre-ville (free)” & scan QR code when entering the bus
See the access map for the final walking route.
Line 9 – Alternative option
Approx. 30 minutes total travel time (including 10 minute walk)
Stop: Les Chappes
Ticket: €1.50
See the access map for the final walking route.
Note:
Bus and train frequency is reduced on weekends.
- By Taxi: ~20 minutes approx, €25–€35
Uber/Bolt: Available; pricing varies with time of day and weekend demand.
Ask for hybrid or electric options when booking
Consider Car-sharing with colleagues whenever possible
Shuttle service for ACNAP delegates
Free shuttles are provided to all ACNAP delegates staying in Sophia-Antipolis or Antibes/Juan-les-Pins.
Access to the shuttle buses will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
We strongly recommend not waiting for the last bus, as seating is limited and may already be full.
Full details (timetables and stops) are available in the Shuttle guide.
