Practical information

Practical information

Venues, access, opening times, tickets, transport, accommodation, accessibility and contacts during the event.

Getting there

Asturias Airport (OVD) is the main airport for travel to Asturies.

Use the venue maps, recommended routes and updated transport links provided on this page.

Reference hotel

Hotel Zentral Rey Pelayo, Gijón/Xixón · Asturies, is listed in the programme as a reception point and coach departure point.

Opening times

Official programme: 24–27 September 2026. Optional complementary activities: 23 and 28 September.

The Open Tasting for the Public is scheduled for Saturday 26 September in the Salón Asturias at the Conference Centre, Luis Adaro Fairgrounds.

Programme summary by venue

24 September

Reception at Hotel Zentral Rey Pelayo, events in Villaviciosa, Museo de la Sidra de Asturies in Nava, a round table on international events and a visit to cider bars.

25 September

International Jury at Finca El Duque, Cider Cities Assembly at the Chamber of Commerce, a visit to El Gaitero and activities in Villaviciosa.

26 September

Open Tasting for the Public at the Conference Centre, Luis Adaro Fairgrounds, with an Asturian apple exhibition and activities linked to Alimentos del Paraíso.

27 September

Gala Brunch (one place included for the representative; additional guests: €75), SISGA’26 Awards ceremony, recognition of ambassadors and closing session.

SISGA’26

Venue maps

Check every venue location and open directions on your device.

Getting to the hotel

From Asturias Airport

ALSA operates a direct connection between the airport and Gijón. From the bus station, continue by taxi, local bus or follow the mapped route.

Route from the airport · ALSA

Timetables and services may change. Check official information before travelling: ALSA, Renfe and EMTUSA.

Maps of all venues

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SISGA’26 · Xixón · Asturies

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Organiser Fundación Asturies XXI. Partners Ayuntamiento de Gijón/Xixón, Gijón/Xixón, Principado d’Asturies, LA SIDRA, Fundación Gijón Rural, CIFP Hostelería y Turismo and Cider Cities.Organiser Fundación Asturies XXI. Partners Ayuntamiento de Gijón/Xixón, Gijón/Xixón, Principado d’Asturies, LA SIDRA, Fundación Gijón Rural, CIFP Hostelería y Turismo and Cider Cities