At BAGECO, we’re proud to offer a rich supporting programme designed to make your conference experience even more memorable. Beyond the sessions and presentations, you’ll have the chance to join two unique excursions, enjoy a lively Get Together, and unwind at our welcoming Social Evening.
These events are crafted to create the perfect setting for meaningful conversations and connections. Whether you’re exploring new places during the excursions or sharing stories over a delicious meal, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to engage with fellow participants in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
We encourage you to take full advantage of these moments—they’re not just about networking, but about building genuine relationships and making the most of your time at BAGECO.
Get together
You're Invited – BAGECO 2025 Get Together
On 2 July 2025, it’s time to come together! We warmly invite every member of the BAGECO community—whether you're presenting, attending, organizing, or just curious—to join us for a relaxed and joyful evening.
Expect good vibes, great company, and plenty of entertainment in a truly special setting. It’s the perfect chance to reconnect with old colleagues, meet new ones, and enjoy the spirit of BAGECO outside the lecture halls.
Later in the evening, DJ Tobias Stenzel will bring the energy with music and dancing—so bring your best moves and let’s make it a night to remember!
This evening is all about sharing ideas, building connections, and celebrating the incredible people who make up the BAGECO family.
We’d love to see you there.
| Date | Wednesday, 2 July 2025 |
| Time | 19.00–23.30 |
| Venue | Dom im Berg an extraordinary location inside Graz's Schlossberg - right in the heart of the city and yet very special. Here you can see the unique location for yourself |
Discover & celebrate Styria
Get to know the area around Graz on 03 July 2025
We’re excited to invite you to a very special part of BAGECO 2025—an afternoon and evening designed for you to relax, connect, and experience the beauty of Styria (Steiermark) together with the BAGECO community.
Our day begins with two guided excursions* to explore the stunning surroundings of Graz. Whether you're curious about nature, culture, or simply want to enjoy a change of scenery, the excursions offer the perfect setting to chat, laugh, and connect with fellow participants outside the conference rooms.
We’ll depart together at 1:00 pm from the University Library Graz, with shuttle buses taking you to the excursion sites. Around 5:00 pm, the tours wrap up—but the evening is just getting started!
From there, we’ll head straight to the social evening at Schilcherhof in Ligist, where you can look forward to a relaxed atmosphere, delicious Styrian food, and great company. It’s the perfect chance to unwind and deepen connections in a warm and welcoming setting.
To make things easy, shuttle buses will:
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Take excursion participants directly to the social evening in Ligist
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Pick up social evening-only guests from the University Library – departure in Graz at 5:00 pm
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Return participants of the excursions not attending the social evening back to the Library
Participation fees:
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Excursion: 50 EUR
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Social evening: 80 EUR
We really encourage you to join us for both the excursion and the social evening—they’re planned as a combined experience and a wonderful way to see more of Styria, unwind, and get to know each other better.
We can’t wait to share this special day with you!
Visit the famous stud farm and learn more about the noble Lipizzaner horses. Here you have the opportunity to experience the impressive animals up close and learn more about their history.
Take a look at the Piber Lipizzaner Stud farm
| Start - End | 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. |
| Destination | Piber Lipizzaner Stud Farm |
| Registration fee | 50 EUR - Registration is possible here. |
Experience the production of high-quality brandies, Whiskies and Liqueurs up close and immerse yourself in their world. Be inspired by the exquisite flavours and the art of distilling.
Take a look at the distillery Hochstrasser.
| Start - End | 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. |
| Destination | Distillery Hochstrasser GmbH & Co. KG |
| Registration fee | 50 EUR - Registration is possible here. |
Schedule of the excursions
The excursion begins at 13:30 at the University Library in Graz. Two shuttle buses will transport participants to the scheduled locations.
The first destination is the Lipizzaner stud farm, approximately one hour away. Upon arrival, you'll have a 60-minute visit, including a 45-minute guided tour. At 15:45, the bus will depart for the next stop: the Hochstrasser distillery, with an expected arrival at 16:15. There, you'll enjoy a 90-minute stay, which includes a 60-minute guided tour.
Following the distillery visit, the shuttle will take you to the Schilcherhof for the social evening. The short drive between these two locations takes only about 10 minutes, with arrival at Schilcherhof around 18:10.
Participants who prefer not to attend the social evening can take a shuttle directly back to Graz. For everyone else, a return shuttle will be available from 23:30 onward.
Guided City Tour
Join us for a guided city tour through the historic center of Graz on the final day of the symposium, 4 July 2025. Discover the charm and cultural highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage city with local experts.
Participation is free of charge.
