For decades, the International Bearded Vulture Meeting has brought together experts, researchers, and conservationists dedicated to protecting this majestic species. In November 2024, this renowned gathering will take place in Corsica, inviting attendees to share the latest breakthroughs, challenges, and success stories in Bearded Vulture conservation.
Alongside the International Bearded Vulture Meeting, the LIFE GypRescue seminar will also be held. This is a great opportunity to learn about the latest developments and results coming from this project, which aims to prevent the disappearance of the Bearded Vulture in Corsica by re-launching natural reproduction, increasing the island’s carrying capacity, and safeguarding against mortality.
Whether you’re a seasoned Bearded Vulture expert or a passionate enthusiast, the International Bearded Vulture Meeting 2024 and LIFE GypRescue seminar invite you to join the conversation. Be part of the collective effort to ensure the Bearded Vulture continues to recover in Europe.
Event details
- Dates: 7-10 November 2024
- Registration: Free and open to all. Registration is now open.
Event schedule
- LIFE GypRescue Seminar: Thursday, 7 November (full day) and Friday, 8 November (morning session)
- International Bearded Vulture Meeting: Friday, 8 November (afternoon) and Saturday, 9 November (full day)
- Dinner offered by host organisation: Saturday, 9 November 2024 (evening)
- Field visit: Sunday, 10 November 2024
Presentation sessions for the seminar and meeting will be held from 09:00 to 12:30 in the morning and from 14:00 to 18:00 in the afternoon.
Please note that the presentations for the LIFE GypRescue Seminar will be held in French, while the presentations for the International Bearded Vulture Meeting will be in English.
Conference Room
The conference room is located in The Palais des Congrès in Ajaccio, Corsica.
Address: Palais des Congrès – Palazzu d’i Cungressi, address, Quai l’Herminier, 20000 Ajaccio, France
Travel information
Travel options to Corsica are limited, and most routes require a connection through an airport or port in France.
Here’s are ways you can reach this beautiful island:
By Plane:
- From Paris: Regular flights are available from both Paris Charles de Gaulle and Paris Orly airports to Ajaccio, Bastia, Calvi, and Figari.
- From Marseille: Regular flights are available to Ajaccio, Bastia, and Figari.
- From Nice: Regular flights are available to Ajaccio, Bastia, and Calvi.
By Ferry:
- From Marseille: Regular ferry services are available to Ajaccio, Bastia, and Ile Rousse.
- From Toulon: Regular ferry services are available to Ajaccio, Bastia, and Ile Rousse.
- From Nice: Regular ferry services are available to Ajaccio, Bastia, and Calvi.
If possible, we suggest you opt to arrive at Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport or Ajaccio port since the meeting will take place in Ajaccio. If this is not an option, you can take a bus to the city.
Getting to Ajaccio from Other Airport/Port Locations in Corsica:
- From Bastia: Bus (approximately 2.5 hours) or drive (approximately 2 hours)
- From Calvi: Bus (approximately 2 hours) or drive (approximately 1.5 hours)
- From Figari: Bus (approximately 1.5 hours) or drive (approximately 1 hour)
- From Ile Rousse: Bus (approximately 2.5 hours) or drive (approximately 2 hours)
We recommend using Rome2Rio to find the best travel options to Corsica. This website provides route options for all modes of transport, including planes, ferries, trains, and buses.
Make sure to book your travel arrangements early to ensure availability.
Accommodation
There are several accommodation options near the conference venue in Ajaccio. You can search for available places on Airbnb or Booking.
Additionally, you can check our list of hotels with which we have arranged special rates below.
HOTEL DU GOLFE ***
- Rate: Twin Room €75/night
- Breakfast: €11
- Taxes: €1.76/day
- Location: 50 meters from the conference venue, in front of the market, city centre
- Features: Le Tout Va Bien bar welcomes you every day on its terrace from 5.00 AM to 8.30 PM, and the indoor bar from 8.30 PM.
- Contact: +33 4 95 21 47 64, 5 Boulevard du Roi Jerôme 20000 Ajaccio, hoteldugolfe.com, Email: reservation@hoteldugolfe.com
HOTEL SAN CARLU****
- Discount: 10% off (excluding breakfast and tourist tax)
- Location: City centre, 400 meters from the conference room, corner of the pedestrian street and the citadel
- Features: Beautiful rooftop with restaurant and cocktail bar | Parking to check with the hotel
- Contact: +33 4 95 21 13 84, 8 Bd Danièle Casanova, 20000 Ajaccio, hotelsancarlu.com
HOTEL FESCH ***
- Discount: 10% off, breakfasts included
- Features: SPA, Rooftop with pool, pedestrian street
- Location: 250 meters from the seminar
- Contact: +33 4 95 51 62 62, 7 Rue du Cardinal Fesch, 20000 Ajaccio, hotel-fesch.com
BEST WESTERN PLUS AMIRAUTE AJACCIO
- Discount: 15% off the public rate depending on room category and availability | The discount applies to overnight stays on 7 – 9 November (subject to availability) | The discount does not apply to residence rates
- The discount does not apply to residence rates
- Features: Buffet breakfast at €13/day/adult instead of €16, Tourist tax of €2.75/day/person, 3.5 km from the seminar, parking
- Booking: Discount applicable by phone or email at contactajaccio@corsica-hotels.fr, not on the hotel website
- Contact: +33 4 95 27 22 57, 20 Boulevard Georges Pompidou, 20090 Ajaccio, https://www.bestwestern.fr/
All participants need to book their own accommodation.
Meals
Lunches will be available at the venue for all those that choose this option, although there are also nearby restaurants. If you want to eat at the Palais de Congrés, participants must indicate the meals chosen, and any dietary restrictions (if applicable) when registering for the event. They will need to pay in cash the organising team for their lunches on-site at the start of the event.
Lunches at the venue will cost 33 euros per person.
The picnic lunch on the field trips will cost 15 euros per person.
Coffee breaks will be served at the same building as the conference room.
The hosting organisation , Parc naturel régional de Corse, will offer a free dinner to participants on Saturday, 9 November, at the Palais des Congrès.
Registration
The registration for the event has now been closed.
We look forward to welcoming you to Ajaccio for an inspiring and productive conference on bearded vulture conservation and research.
About the LIFE GypRescue Project
Led by Parc naturel régional de Corse, in collaboration with Ligue pour la Protection des Oiseaux, Direction des systèmes énergétiques insulaires, Fédération des Chasseurs de la Corse du Sud and us at the Vulture Conservation Foundation, the LIFE GYPRESCUE project (LIFE20 NAT/FR/001553) came to life in 2021 to prevent the extinction of the Bearded Vulture in Corsica. The project team strives to increase the population through restocking actions, improve the natural reproduction and boost the island’s nesting capacity for the species, while preventing human-related disturbance and mitigating threats to reduce mortality.
