Bamberg is building for conventions. The new convention centre, a historical building with 2,000 sqm of event space for 1,200 people, is currently being converted. The convention centre and the new Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg is in the immediate vicinity. The 4-star hotel with 184 rooms and ten meeting rooms will open – just like the convention centre – in mid-2004. www.residenzschloss.com