- FFP 2 masks are only mandatory on public transport (including at train stations and airports) when using taxis, and in essential shops (e. g. supermarkets, post offices, and pharmacies).
- Children under the age of 6 are exempt, those from 6 to 13 can wear a regular mask while FFP2 masks are mandatory from the age of 14.
- FFP 2 masks are not mandatory on coaches, excursion boats, cable cars, and ski lifts.
- The rules apply to all regions including Vienna.
Human Cell Atlas 2022 General Meeting
ATTENDANCE OPTIONS

Safety is our top priority for this meeting and we ask that in-person attendees are vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they have an exemption due to a health condition.
Please click here to view the official COVID-19 rules in Vienna.
Covid- Rules have been lifted on 16 May 2022. During your stay, the following rules apply:
About the Event
The 2022 HCA General Meeting will convene our community to share updates and insights on new HCA research and initiatives. The meeting theme is “Building draft atlases, integrating across communities, and maximizing impact.” The General Meeting will bring together computational and wet-lab biologists as well as data managers and many other groups from around the world, who will connect, plan and map a path towards the first draft of the atlas.