In addition to the main User Conference and the Contributor Meeting we also offer a number of additional activities. This page lists all offered activities, including the main conference and the contributor meeting.

See also the schedule for more information about times.

We reserve the right to cancel any of the social activities if there are too few participants for it.

Mens sana in corpore sano ¶

Kick-start each day with guided activities around Laax to get moving before the sessions. Check the schedule for daily times and meeting points.

Unless noted otherwise, activities are free and require no registration.

Sunday - Outdoor Day ¶

Sunday is an informal outdoor day with guided hiking trips and possibly other sports. We will offer multiple distances to suit different fitness levels.

Time: Sunday 4th of October, times TBA
Place: TBD
Price: TBD, registration required

Tuesday - Preconf activation ¶

TBD Activity on Crap Sogn Gion (Yoga4all, Small hike, …?)

Wednesday - trailrun ¶

6 Km run in the forrest to some fantastic view point. Mix of gravel roards and single trails. See the profile and route here

Meeting point Kiss&Ride parking in front of the Laax Bergbahnen bus stop.

We leave at 07:01 after the bus from Laax arrives

Thursday - hike & fly ¶

Hike & Fly, might be moved to other days depending on weather conditions.

Friday - trailrun ¶

Wonderful 10K trail run along the Connbächli to the Swiss grand Canyon view platform Il spir.

See the profile and route here

Meeting point Flims Waldaus Caumasee bus stop.

We leave at 07:06 after the bus from Laax arrives (take the 7:02 Bus from Laax Murschetg)

Individual Sports & Outdoor Activities ¶

Laax offers a wide range of outdoor sports and activities, making it easy to combine the conference with time in the mountains.

Hiking & Trail Running: Numerous marked trails start directly from Laax and Crap Sogn Gion, ranging from easy walks to more demanding alpine routes.

Mountain Biking: Laax and the surrounding region offer a large network of mountain bike trails, including lift-accessed routes and cross-country options.

Paragliding: Crap Sogn Gion is a popular paragliding launch site. Experienced pilots can fly directly from the venue down to the valley.

Climbing & Via Ferrata: Several climbing routes and via ferrata are available in the region, suitable for different skill levels.

Water Sports: Nearby lakes such as Lake Cauma and Lake Cresta offer opportunities for swimming, stand-up paddling, and relaxing after a conference day.

Other activities: Yoga, fitness facilities, and wellness options are available in Laax and the surrounding villages.

Extended Conference activities ¶

Sunday ¶

Warm-up & Early Registration ¶

Warm-up event on Sunday evening, where you can meet other participants and the organisers, and have a wine, beer or non-alcoholic drink (at your own expense).

We will have a registration desk there as well, in case you would like to avoid queuing for registration on Monday morning.

Time: Sunday 4th of October, 18:00-22:00
Place: Laax Murschetg, Bar TBD Price: Free, no registration required, everyone welcome

Monday ¶

Preconf special event ¶

TBD (Discover Mission control, How does a ski resort work, Gondola talks, …)

Main Conference ¶

The main conference will be held on Monday and Tuesday, with a mix of presentations, workshops and networking opportunities.

Social Dinner ¶

Join us for a social dinner on Monday night directly after the conference. The dinner is included in the price of your ticket.

Time: Monday 5th of October, 18:00 (easy start)
Place: Galaaxy Mainstation
Price: Included in the conference ticket

Tuesday ¶

Main Conference ¶

The main conference will be held on Monday and Tuesday, with a mix of presentations, workshops and networking opportunities.

Wednesday ¶

Hands-on Workshops ¶

While there will be workshops during the main conference, we additionally want to offer you the opportunity to attend some half-day long workshops. Topics will be announced later, however the number of spots is limited so make sure to get your ticket if you want to attend!

The price includes lunch after the workshops.

Time: Wednesday 7th of October, TBD with a coffee break
Price: TBD, registration required

QField Day ¶

Want to learn more about QField, the mobile app for QGIS, in the town where it was born? Join us for a full-day QField experience combining indoor sessions with hands-on exploration in the field.

After a short indoor introduction and demo session, we will head outdoors for a guided hike, using QField along the way to explore the surrounding landscape, discover the region, and work through real-world field mapping workflows together.

Time: Wednesday 7th of October, 09:00–17:00
Place: Laax Murschetg

Onboarding Day ¶

Want to get involved with the QGIS project? On the Wednesday there will additionally be several sessions for newcomers to the project, or those who want to get more involved. Topics will be announced later.

Time: Wednesday 7th of October, times TBA
Place: Färgeriet, Norrköping
Price: Free, no registration required

Contributor Meeting (until Friday) ¶

The Contributor Meeting will be held on Wednesday through Friday, and is open to anyone who wants to contribute to QGIS. Tackle bugs, write documentation, or help with translations, there is something for everyone!

See more information and register (not required but helps us ensure that there’s enough food and t-shirts) on GitHub.

Time: Wednesday-Friday 7-9th of October, 08:30-17:00
Place:
Price: Free, open to everyone