Tag: life at CERN
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Extended opening hours for Gates A and C
Opening hours at Gates A and C providing access to the CERN Meyrin site have been extended. Pedestrians and cyclists continue to have 24/7 access at both gates. Vehicle access is now available on weekdays from 06.00 to 20.00. For all gate opening hours, please consult the Campus website or the Campus App.
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Campus information has moved: discover the new CERN Campus website
Practical information about life and services on the CERN sites is now available on the CERN Campus website. Following the restructuring of the Site and Civil Engineering (SCE) Department website, information related to housing, mobility, catering, access, parking and other campus services has been migrated to the new website. As a result, some links to
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Restaurant 1 extends its opening hours
Restaurant 1 is now open until 23:00 on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Take advantage of the extended opening hours to enjoy dinner and refreshments on site after work. Opening hours for all restaurants and cafeterias at CERN are available in the CERN Campus App.
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CERN: a haven for birds
CERN is not just a hub for groundbreaking research, it’s also a thriving sanctuary for biodiversity. Spanning 625 hectares, with 415 hectares of non-built environments, CERN’s sites host a remarkable variety of habitats, from forests and meadows to wetlands. These spaces provide a home to over 70 bird species, including the swift, woodpigeon, golden oriole,
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2026 relay race: another resounding success!
The 2026 edition of the CERN relay race, which took place on 7 May, attracted a total of 194 teams (compared with 184 last year) and over 1100 runners. Times ranged from 12 minutes and 32 seconds (with veterans “The Shabbys” once again the winners!) to over 22 minutes. The walking race brought together 33
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The CineGlobe Festival returns to CERN!
The 15th edition of the CineGlobe Festival will take place from June 5 to 7, 2026 at CERN. CineGlobe offers a unique meeting point between cinema, science, and immersive experiences around this year’s theme: Transitions. Throughout the weekend, CineGlobe invites audiences of all ages to discover a rich and interdisciplinary program combining film screenings, live
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3 June | “Tour du Canton” race at CERN
CERN will host the second stage of the 2026 Tour du Canton de Genève. The 8.9 km race is open to all and runners will start by the Science Gateway before taking in the Swiss countryside on their way up to Mategnin, before returning to CERN to finish. More information and registration at http://www.courir-ge.csh/.
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Explore CERN’s biodiversity: new orchid and late-mowing panels installed
CERN’s commitment to biodiversity is now more visible than ever! Nineteen new information panels have been installed around the Meyrin site, offering everyone the chance to learn about the different orchid species that call CERN home. Five of these panels focus on the importance of late mowing, a practice that allows flora to complete its
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Cycle to CERN
Bike to Work is back at CERN, encouraging everyone to leave their car behind and enjoy the benefits of active travel. Choose a healthier and more environmentally friendly way to commute during May and June, or continue biking if you are already regularly in the saddle. To take part, form a team of four colleagues –
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Building a culture for success
As we prepare to implement the High-Luminosity LHC and secure approval of a flagship collider to follow it, we must work together to create the best possible environment for success