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.
Tickets and public access
Complete experience: €350 · Gala Brunch: €75 · Open Tasting: €10 · guided tastings: additional €5 each. Guided tastings require an Open Tasting ticket and separate booking.
Contact during the event
Telephone: +34 652 594 983
Email: sisgacider@gmail.com
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
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Hotel Zentral Rey Pelayo · reference point
Hotel Zentral Gijón Rey Pelayo26 Avenida Torcuato Fernández Miranda
33203 Gijón/Xixón · Asturias
Tel. +34 985 199 800
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.
From the railway station
Gijón–Sanz Crespo has long-distance, regional and commuter services. Open the urban route to the hotel.
From the bus station
The ALSA bus station is in the El Humedal area. Check the public-transport or taxi route to the hotel.
By car and parking
The hotel has paid parking subject to availability. It is also opposite the Conference Centre.
Timetables and services may change. Check official information before travelling: ALSA, Renfe and EMTUSA.
