Social Program
Welcome Party
All ICIM participants are cordially invited to a Welcome Together Cocktail!
- Date: Sunday, June 28th 2026
- Time: 5 pm to 8 pm
- Location: Hotel Belaroïa, 27 Rue Jules Ferry, Montpellier
- Access: Hotel Belaroïa is located in front of “Montpellier Saint Roch” train station, 5 minutes walk from the Montpellier main square (Place de la Comédie)
Gala Dinner
- Date: Wednesday, July 1st 2026
- Time: 6:45 pm to 11:00 pm
- Location: Montpellier City Hall (L’Hôtel de Ville): 1 Place Georges Frêche, Montpellier
- Access: Montpellier City Hall is located in contemporary part of the city, 10 min TRAM ride from historical city center. Take TRAM line n°1 or n°3 and get off at station «Moularès-Hôtel de Ville»
Montpellier City Hall is a striking contemporary building which features a unique and bold cube-like form with prominent glass facades, reflecting the modern identity of Montpellier as a forward-thinking city. Completed in 2011, it has become a landmark of the city and an example of innovative civic architecture in France.
For registered attendees only
Make sure to bring your VOUCHER
Wine & Cheese Party
Join us for an evening of local wines and delectable cheeses served at the conference venue to wrap up the first day of ICIM on a high note !
- Date: Monday, June 29th 2026
- Time: 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
- Location: Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Chimie (ENSCM) – Conference venue
240 Avenue du Professeur Emile Jeanbrau, Montpellier - Access: Follow the direction indicated in ”Access to ICIM Conference venue by public transport”
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, unwind, and discuss ideas in a laid-back atmosphere after the first day of the ICIM dedicated to H2/Energy. During the simultaneous poster session, you'll have the chance to explore the work of other attendees.
The Wine & Cheese Party is included in the conference fee.
Montpellier City Walk - Guided tour
We invite all participants to join a guided tour that will be organized in cooperation with the Tourist Office of Montpellier.
- Date: Thursday, July 2nd 2026
- Time: 5:00 pm
- Location: Place de la comédie (Tourist office)
This guided tour will offer a fantastic way to explore the charm of the city and provide in-depth stories about Montpellier's growth from a medieval trading hub to a university city, and today to a modern metropolitan area. Let’s wander through the narrow, winding streets and explore the city’s must-see landmarks, such as the Place de la Comédie, the Arc de Triomphe or the Saint-Pierre Cathedral, as well as the intricate facades, hidden courtyards and ornate balconies of Montpellier private mansions. The Montpellier tour will not only reveal the history and architecture of the city, but also lets you soak in the laid-back Mediterranean lifestyle that makes Montpellier so captivating.
The Montpellier tour is covered by the conference fee; however, please be sure to reserve your spot when registering.