Venue

The conference will be held at the Faculty of Law, University of Ljubljana (Poljanski nasip 2, 1000 Ljubljana). Situated in the heart of Ljubljana, the venue is conveniently located just steps away from the Ljubljanica River, the local market and the iconic Dragon Bridge, symbolizing the city's mythical ties to dragons.

Map showing the location of the conference venue

More information about accomodation, transport and other practical details will be provided later.

Travel

Ljubljana is conveniently located between Italy, Central Europe, and the Balkans, making it easily accessible by road, rail, or air travel. Ljubljana Airport connects the city to many European destinations and is located about 25km North of Ljubljana. Nearby airports in Trieste (125km), Venice (230km), Klagenfurt (140km), Graz (185km), and Zagreb (140km), also offer convenient alternatives for reaching Ljubljana. You can then easily continue your journey by taxi, shuttle, bus, or train.

There is a regular bus service from Ljubljana Airport to Ljubljana city center that takes approximately 30 minutes. You can find a detailed schedule here. There are also car rental services, shuttle services, and taxis available. A taxi to the main bus station in Ljubljana will typically cost about 23 €.

If you are arriving by train or by bus, the main railway station and main bus station in Ljubljana are co-located and are a 10 minute-walk from the city center.

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View of Ljubljanica river with Prešeren Square in the background © Blaž Pogačar, Ljubljana Tourism photo library

Ljubljana, Slovenia

Nestled in Central Europe between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, Ljubljana combines the conveniences of a modern capital with the charm and friendliness of a small town. Although it is Slovenia's capital and largest city, its compact size makes getting around by bus or bike effortless. Whether you're a history lover, a foodie, an art fan, or an outdoor enthusiast, Ljubljana has something for everyone. The picturesque car-free city center boasts many unique sights like the Ljubljana Castle, the Triple Bridge, and the Dragon Bridge. Its surrounding landscapes, rich in natural beauty and cultural treasures, are famous for their walking, hiking, and cycling trails, as well as their diverse culinary experiences. For more information on Ljubljana, please see the official webpage of Ljubljana Tourism.

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View of Ljubljana by Tiia Monto, used under CC BY-SA 3.0.
View of Ljubljanica river with a boat
View of Ljubljanica River © Andrej Tarfila, www.slovenia.info media library

Lucien Tesnière and Ljubljana

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Lucien Tesnière
The city has a special connection to the well-known French linguist Lucien Tesnière. Tesnière is known for laying the groundwork for the theory of dependency grammar and his extensive work with Slavic languages. He spent several years of his life in Slovenia, working at the University of Ljubljana. His doctoral thesis, titled Les formes du duel en slovene, deals with the dual grammatical number, which is still used in the Slovene language today.