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TL;DR
- Join the conversation on Matrix: #ethbrno:gwei.cz
Overview
- Travel and Accommodation
- Hackathon
Travel and Accommodation
Travelling to Brno
The best way to go to Brno from Vienna, Prague, Budapest, Bratislava or other bigger cities is by train. You can choose from more carriers and price levels, but all trains are safe, usualy equipped with wifi and plugs, usualy serving some snacks and coffee. You can find your connectin on this link. For example here are some train connections from Vienna airport to Brno main station on Friday 4th.
We recommend you to use private carrier RegioJet which provides bus connection as well.
Brno Public transport
It is safe to use public transport in Brno even in the night. Public transport in Brno and the rest of the South Moravian Region is provided by JMK (the South Moravian Integrated Public Transport System). Tickets are valid for any form of public transport, so you only need to pay attention to how long you are traveling (tickets are valid for specific amounts of time) and which zones you are travelling through. If you’re travelling through the city, a ticket for zones 100 and 101 is probably all you’ll need. You can buy tickets from any of the yellow ticket vending machines located at various stops throughout the city, or you can purchase them at information centres, stations, and newsagents. If you have a Czech phone number, you can buy tickets by sending a text message or using a mobile app. You can also pay contactless in the vehicles.
Accomodation
We do not provide or subsidize accomodation. Main venue is 24/7 though, so feel free to enjoy the hackathon in its purest form. If you don't feel like it, we do have following recommended facilities:
Budget - Most Unique Hostel in Brno – 10-Z Bunker Hostel.
Address: Husova 12, Brno, Czech Republic
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price: 25eur incl. breakfast
If you’re looking for a fairly unique accommodation site which you’ll surely remember forever, then the 10-Z Bunker Hostel is the way to go. Housed in an actual nuclear shelter from the Cold War era, this hostel is not for the faint-hearted, but can provide a quirky and memorable experience to those up to it.
The dorm rooms are decorated in period style and once you arrive to the accommodation, you’ll also get a complimentary tour of the place, which is also home to a history museum. Breakfast is free for all guests.
Budget & 5mins from the venue - Schrott Bed&Beer (20eur)
Address: Křenová 10, Brno, 602 00, Czech Republic
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price: 20eur
If you’re looking for a clean, cheap accommodation that is very close to the venue, this is the option. As a bonus, it has a unique, steam-punk/retro bar with good selection of beers on site :)
Mid-range, 6mins from the venue, suitable for teams - Euro Apartments Krenova
Address: Krenova 75, Brno, 602 00, Czech Republic
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price: 45eur
Mid-range-business - Grandhotel Brno
Address: Benesova 18, Brno, 602 00, Czech Republic
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price: 54eur
Centrally located in the heart of Brno with 140 year-long tradition in hospitality is close to all major sights. It features the Garden Restaurant and a lobby bar. Cozy and stylish rooms, fully equipped with modern amenities including high-speed internet and air-con.
Business/Lux - Best Western International Hotel Brno
Address: Husova 16, Brno, 602 00, Czech Republic
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price: 70eur including excellent breakfast
Centrally located right below Spilberg Castle and 100m from the Main Square. Free access to the fitness centre, stable and strong wifi in the entire hotel.
Business/Lux - Grandezza Hotel Luxury Palace
Address: Zeleny trh 314/2, Brno, 602 00, Czech Republic
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price: 70eur
Spacious, air-conditioned rooms overlook the town square, the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Spilberk Castle, featuring a flat-screen satellite TV and a seating area. The bathrooms include bathrobes. It is 50 m to the nearest tram stop, and Brno Train Station is 400 m away. Airport shuttle service available.
Hackathon
Mentoring
Our amazing mentors are here to discuss anything related to your project. Not just code, but also ideas, concepts, design and presentation. They will generally be hanging around a Mentor Base, where you can come find them in person. You can also reach them on Matrix, in the Mentor-help chat. It’s always better to ask for advice sooner rather than later, you will learn and build quicker that way.
Finding a Team / Project Idea
If you’re missing team-mates or ideas for projects we’ve got you covered. You can start by writing into the Find-a-team chat on our Matrix. Introduce yourself, discuss ideas, see what others are up to… There will also be a Team-building session, which will take place after the opening ceremony of Friday night. No need to prepare anything, just turn up. This session will be followed by a short Brainstorm, that you can also attend. We will take you and your team through a couple of exercises, which should lead you to at least one solid project idea. Then you’ll have everything to start your weekend of hacking!
Catering
We will take care of your meals and drinks for the entire Hackathon, conference and coffee breaks. There will be vegan options provided. Just come with an open mind, a knowledge-thirsty brain and enthusiasm.