LOCAL TECHNOLOGY MEETING ALTERNATIVES TO ANIMAL USE IN PRE- CLINICAL STUDIES 2012 BIOCANT, CANTANHEDE PORTUGAL 10 TH DECEMBER KIT TRAVEL

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1 LOCAL TECHNOLOGY MEETING ALTERNATIVES TO ANIMAL USE IN PRE- CLINICAL STUDIES 10 TH DECEMBER 2012 BIOCANT, CANTANHEDE PORTUGAL TRAVEL KIT

2 CONTENTS 1. Quick picture of Cantanhede: flavors of earth and sea Quick picture of Coimbra How To Arrive... 4 From Lisbon... 4 From OPORTO Accommodation Transports in Cantanhede... 6 Bus... 6 Taxi Transports in Coimbra... 6 Bus... 6 Taxi... 6 Car Rental Restaurants Emergency information... 7 Emergency numbers... 7 Nearby hospitals... 7 Pharmacies Police Weather Miscellaneous information... 9 Wi-Fi internet access... 9 Shopping Areas And if you have a few minutes Do Not Miss... 9 If you visit Cantanhede, do not miss... 9 If you visit Coimbra, do not miss

3 1. QUICK PICTURE OF CANTANHEDE: FLAVORS OF EARTH AND SEA Cantanhede is the biggest Municipality in the District of Coimbra, and it is situated in the centre of a geographical triangle of notorious economical importance, in each vertex of which you can find the cities of Aveiro and Figueira da Foz, as well as the district centre. Those who visit the Municipality of Cantanhede encounter an enormous range of experiences through direct contact with nature, which stimulates with its richness and diversity or in the social intercourse with a socio-cultural existence, united around the references and patrimonial values. Picture 1 - City of Cantanhede The Bairrada region has the best roast pig in the delicacy of their rich culinary tradition and the wine of Cantanhede the most precious nectar of the demarcated region. 2. QUICK PICTURE OF COIMBRA The city of Coimbra has a mystique all of its own, the result of a past full of relevant facts and also the memories of many tens of thousands of Portuguese who, even today scattered across the country or across borders, reminiscent of the early years here past, when enrolled in the University, typically carefree times, mirth and hopes. Although it served as the nation's capital during the High Middle Ages, it is better-known for its university, the University of Coimbra, which, established in 1290, is one of the oldest in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese-speaking world. Picture 2 - City of Coimbra One of the most important urban centres in Portugal (after the much larger Lisbon Metropolitan Area and Porto Metropolitan Area), Coimbra plays a central role in the interior of the country. It is the principal centre in the Centro region, and seat of the District of Coimbra and the Baixo Mondego subregion. There are many archaeological structures which date to the Roman era, when Coimbra was the settlement of Aeminium, such as its well-preserved aqueduct and cryptoporticus. Similarly, buildings from the period when Coimbra served as the capital of Portugal (from 1139 to about 1260) still remain. During the Late Middle-Ages, with its decline as the political centre of the Kingdom of Portugal, Coimbra began to evolve into a major cultural centre, with the foundation of the University of Coimbra in The university, one of the oldest in Europe, apart from attracting many European and international students, is visited by tourists for its monuments and history. 3

4 3. HOW TO ARRIVE The most convenient airports for Coimbra are (in order of distance): Francisco Sa Carneiro Airport - Porto Portela Airport Lisbon FROM LISBON BY TRAIN... Take a taxi from the airport arrivals area to the Oriente railway station (about 7 minutes). Both the airport and Oriente station lie to the north east of Lisbon town centre. Go to the upper ticketing level at the station and find the ticket kiosk for the Lisboa-Porto line. Buy a ticket, preferably for an Alfa Pendular or Intercidades train (you have to buy your ticket before boarding the train) from Lisboa to Porto or Braga. Trains depart Lisbon Oriente station to Coimbra approximately every hour, with journey duration of around two hours. (Check timetables at Portuguese railways Get off the train when you arrive at Coimbra B (the main railway station) and take a taxi to your hotel or to Cantanhede. If you are staying at a hotel in Coimbra, the event organization will provide transport to and from Cantanhede daily. BY CAR... A1 Lisboa-Porto Exit A1 (Figueira da Foz A14) A14 First Exit (after 2,5 Km) to Cantanhede EN 234 (10km through Portunhos and Pena) do not exit towards the Center of Cantanhede. 1st roundabout - go straight ahead towards Parque Tecnológico 2nd roundabout - go straight ahead towards Parque Tecnológico 3rd roundabout take the 3rd exit (left) and follow the signs to the Parque Tecnológico GPS Coordinates: N or 40, 21, 38,10 W or 08, 36, 24,85 FROM OPORTO BY TRAIN... From the airport which lies to the north of the town, you can take a taxi to the main railway station of Porto Campanha or you can go from the airport to the station by underground ( The underground has a terminal at the airport which means you don t have to leave the airport to get to it. Trains depart Campanha station hourly with journey time of one and quarter hours for Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains. (Check timetables at Portuguese railways ). Get off at Coimbra B and take a taxi to your hotel or to Cantanhede. If you are staying at a hotel in Coimbra, the event organization will provide transport to and from Cantanhede daily. BY CAR... A1 Porto-Lisboa - Exit A1 (Mealhada EN234) - towards Cantanhede EN 234 (10km through Murtede, Sete Fontes and Ourentã) 1st roundabout take the first exit (right) towards the Parque Tecnológico 2nd roundabout - go straight ahead towards the Parque Tecnológico 3rd roundabout take the 3rd exit (left) and follow the signs to the Parque Tecnológico GPS Coordinates: N or 40, 21, 38,10 W or 08, 36, 24,85 4

5 4. ACCOMMODATION The participants will be responsible for their own reservations. In order to provide transportation to Biocant Park, please let us know in which hotel you are staying. Bellow are reasonably priced hotels. For more information about hotel facilities visit the webpage, please. Marialva Park Hotel*** Address Quinta de São Mateus, Lt Cantanhede Webpage Phone Fax Hotel Astória *** Address Av. Emídio Navarro, Coimbra Webpage Phone Fax Best Western Hotel D. Luís*** Address Coimbra - Portugal Webpage Phone Fax Ibis Coimbra ** Address Avenida Emídio Navarro n 70 Edifício Topázio Coimbra Webpage Phone Fax Hotel Vila Galé Coimbra**** Address Rua Abel Dias Urbano, Coimbra Webpage Phone Fax Hotel Oslo*** Address Av. Fernão de Magalhães, Coimbra, Portugal Webpage Phone Fax

6 5. TRANSPORTS IN CANTANHEDE BUS All the information related with check bus lines and schedules can be found at TAXI If you need one call one dials the following number. Central de Taxis Cantanhede Phone: / TRANSPORTS IN COIMBRA If you are staying at a hotel in Coimbra, the event organization will provide transport to and from Cantanhede daily. BUS All the information can be found at where it is possible check bus lines and schedules. Pre-paid tickets can be bought at Loja Polis SMTUC (Av. Emidio Navarro Timetable: 7h30-19h30). It is also possible to buy the ticket directly from the bus driver; however the price is considerably higher than the prepaid tickets. TAXI There are several places in the city where you can find taxis, namely at the trains stations (Coimbra-B and Coimbra-A(near Portagem)). If you need call one dial the following number. Politaxis - Central de Radio Taxis de Coimbra, C.R.L Phone: CAR RENTAL AutoEurope Website Phone Avis Rent a Car Website Phone Europcar Website Phone

7 7. RESTAURANTS Restaurante Marquês de Marialva Conde de Cantanhede Largo do Romal 16, Cantanhede Quinta de São Mateus 1, 3060 Cantanhede Phone: Phone: High quality of regional Portuguese cuisine. Location: Marialva Park Hotel The starters and the cod are excellent. Type of cuisine : Portugal, International Excellent pastel of cream and home-made Type of restaurant : Traditional, candies. International, Buffet Restaurante D. Fininho O Garfadas Restaurante Largo D. João Crisóstomo 11/12, Cantanhede Phone: Phone: Famous for its dairy grilled plats, seafood s and shellfish menus. 1 st Floor, nº 16, FreixialShopping Lugar do Freixial Cantanhede Type of restaurant : Traditional, Buffet Daily Menus. Ideal for quick meals. Zé Manel dos Ossos Beco do Forno, Coimbra Phone: Located downtown, near Coimbra's railway station. This small place has character and unpretentious, good food. Montanha Cafe Lg. Portagem 10/ Coimbra Phone: A little gem at the Portagem and a nice spot for snacks and refreshment which are simple and basic but very good. Italia Restaurant Giuseppe & Joaquim Parque Doutor Manuel Braga, 3000 Coimbra Rua das Azeiteiras, 66, Coimbra Phone: Phone: Nice Italian food in Coimbra. Great place, very nice with a great view to Mondego river Italian, Portuguese and International cusines. A comfortable place for a relaxing meal. and Santa Clara monestery. 8. EMERGENCY INFORMATION EMERGENCY NUMBERS National Emergency Number (SOS): 112 National Institute of Medical Emergency (INEM): NEARBY HOSPITALS Hospital de Cantanhede Arcebispo João Crisóstomo R. Padre Américo, 3060 Cantanhede Phone: Hospitais da Universidade de Coimbra,EPE Praceta Mota Pinto, Coimbra Phone:

8 Centro Hospitalar de Coimbra Quinta dos Vales, S. Martinho do Bispo, Coimbra Phone: PHARMACIES Farmácia Central Rua Conselheiro Ferreira Freire 51, 3060 Cantanhede Phone: Farmácia Vilaça R Ferreira Borges 136, Coimbra Phone: Farmácia Silcar R. Ferreira Borges 88, Coimbra Phone: Farmácia Rodrigues da Silva Rua Ferreira Borges, Coimbra Phone: To find pharmacies with permanent service, please check: Cantanhede - Coimbra POLICE Portuguese Republican National Guard Cantanhede Phone: Coimbra Phone: PSP (Public Security Police) Coimbra Phone: WEATHER In the month of December, the daytime temperatures in Cantanhede and Coimbra stay around 5-15º and the nights are colder. Further information: 8

9 11. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION WI-FI INTERNET ACCESS The Biocant Park is fully covered with free internet access. SHOPPING AREAS Freixial Shopping Lugar do Freixial Cantanhede Dolce Vita Coimbra Rua General Humberto Delgado, nº 207 e 211 Solum, Coimbra Forum Coimbra Shopping Ladeira Mondorel, Almegue Coimbra Baixa Coimbra (Downtwon) R. Ferreira Borges, Coimbra 12. AND IF YOU HAVE A FEW MINUTES DO NOT MISS IF YOU VISIT CANTANHEDE, DO NOT MISS Marquês de Marialva Plaza Where you can see the equestrian statue, very vivid in its proportions and details, was made by Celestino Alves André, a prestigious sculptor from Cantanhede, and is installed on a plinth of considerable dimensions, in the Praça Marquês de Marialva. Picture 3 - Marquês de Marialva Plaza In this plaza you also will find the town hall recently refurbished, this building is lodged at the former 16th-century palace of the Marquis of Marialva, and the church of the Convent of Our Lady of the Conception, founded in

10 And, on the other side, the mother church of Cantanhede (classified building of historical interest), probably founded in the time of Count D. Sisnado, in the XI century, the Mother Church of Cantanhede was submitted to successive changes which resulted, in the middle of the XVI century, in the dimension and architectonic lines that it currently displays. The external lines the church are sober, drawing attention to the baroque style doorway and the tower which is connected to it through the north side. IF YOU VISIT COIMBRA, DO NOT MISS University of Coimbra Known as the "city of students", Coimbra developed into an important cultural centre, mainly because of the University of Coimbra founded in The university is one of the oldest in Europe and due to its monumental buildings and history attracts tourists from around the world. Actually the city of Coimbra is the intellectual and spiritual centre of Portugal. Have a look at the Biblioteca Joanina (library) and the Jardim Botânico (garden). Picture 4 - University of Coimbra Beyond the university, Coimbra has much else to offer the visitor. Accessing the old part of the city through the Arco de Almedina, we find two cathedrals known as Sé Velha (old cathedral) and Sé Nova (new cathedral) referring to their respective ages, and though the new one dates back to the 17th century its senior was founded in Regarding the old cathedral, a guided tour of the interior and cloisters is generally available from a willing student in return for a tip, however the décor tends to be quite simple and restrained in comparison to other churches. Coimbra is divided into two distinct areas: Alta (upper town): Is the older part, which is entered through the Arco de Almedina, a gateway that brings back memories of the Arab occupation, since "Medina" means city in Arabic. The upper town consists of steep narrow streets, where the "republics" (typical communal student residences) are to be found, as well as some of the city s most important buildings Sé Velha (Old Cathedral), Sé Nova (New Cathedral), the University and the Casa de Sub-Ripas, a mansion with an impressive Manueline doorway. Baixa (lower town): By the river, where most of the city is commercial activity is concentrated. 1