LULEÅ

Welcome to Luleå!

Welcome to Sweden and Scandinavia’s northernmost technical university, Luleå University of Technology, proud host of EuroMaintenance 2026. Along with a rich congress program and technical events, participants will have the chance to experience some of the highlights of Swedish Lapland, including the midnight sun, the Luleå Archipelago, and even the Arctic Circle.  

Luleå, founded in 1621, has grown into the economic and cultural heart of northernSweden. Originally centered around the medieval church village of Gammelstad—today a UNESCO World Heritage Site—the city was later relocated closer to the sea, where it developed into a major export port and a hub for both industry and innovation. Today, with around 78,000 inhabitants, Luleå balances strong steel, engineering, and IT sectors with a vibrant university scene that brings an international and youthful energy.  

The city is easily reached: just 1 hour and 20 minutes by plane from Stockholm, or alternatively by overnight train or long-distance bus if you’d like to see more of Sweden on the way north. Once here, visitors can explore a unique mix of history, culture, and untouched nature—from wandering Gammelstad’s historic wooden houses to sailing among the 1,000 islands of the archipelago.  

As a conference destination, Luleå combines accessibility with unforgettable experiences, offering the perfect setting to connect, learn, and explore.  

Conference Venue

Kulturens hus

Luleå's largest meeting venue

Kulturens hus is located in the heart of the city with sweeping views of the North Harbor. Beyond being a modern conference center equipped for congresses, trade shows, exhibitions, and hybrid events, it is also the city’s cultural hub. The building hosts concerts, theater performances, art exhibitions, and author talks throughout the year, making it a lively place where culture and business meet. Visitors will also find Luleå’s main library inside, adding to the creative atmosphere. With high-quality food, flexible event spaces, and a strong focus on sustainability, Kulturens hus offers an inspiring setting for both professional gatherings and cultural experiences. 

practical information

Travel to Luleå 

Getting here is easy: there are several daily flights from Stockholm (a journey of just 1 hour and 20 minutes), as well as overnight trains and long-distance buses for those who want to see more of Sweden along the way.

SAS and Norwegian airlines offer numerous flights per day to Luleå making it the busiest local route in Sweden. 

SAS
Norwegian Airlines
Luleå Airport

Traveling by train is the more affordable option, with a good level of comfort.  The train station is located near the city centre and it takes no more than a few minutes to walk to central Luleå and a few hundred meters from the bus station.

Go to the SJ website for information about train travel.

Hotel rooms

Accomodations

Room blocks for EM26 participants have been reserved at Clarion Hotel Sense and at Elite Stadshotellet to ensure availability. Pre-booked rooms can only be reserved during registration and not directly with the hotel.

Please note, prices are listed in Swedish Krona and VAT is 12%.

Clarion Hotel Sense
Single occupancy: Prices coming soon
Double occupancy: Prices coming soon

Link to Clarion Hotel Sense

Elite Stadshotell
Single occupancy: Prices coming soon
Double occupancy: Prices coming soon

Link to Elite Stadshotell

A full Swedish breakfast buffet and Wi-Fi are included at all hotels. The other hotels recommended below (Quality and Savoy) are within 5-minute walking distance of the congress venue and can be booked with the hotels directly/online.

Other nearby hotels

Link to Hotel Savoy
Link to Quality Hotel

getting around in luleå

Public transit

Luleå has an excellent public bus system, Luleå lokaltrafik.  

From Luleå Airport, you can reach Luleå's city center on Bus #4. Please note that cash is not accepted on any of the buses; only cards are accepted. 

Important Bus stops 

Smedjegatan: The main stop in the city center. Nearly all bus lines stop here, including the bus line from the airport (Flygbus). 

Luleå Bus Station:  You’ll find the stop at the corner of Storgatan and Prästgatan. The airport bus (Flygbuss) stops here, along with all long-distance buses (Länstrafiken).

Train

Luleå Central Station: Traveling by train is the more affordable option, with a good level of comfort.  The train station is located near the city centre and it takes no more than a few minutes to walk to central Luleå and a few hundred meters from the bus station.

Go to the SJ website for information about train travel.

Taxi

Taxi service is also available. All taxis accept debit and credit cards. Below are some of the local taxi companies: 

Sverige taxi  call +46 920-10 000 
Tvåans taxi call +46 920-22 22 22 
City Taxi Luleå  call +46 920-52 00 00