WALKING – Thinking in Motion.
Symposium and Walkshops
A transdisciplinary conference on walking as an artistic practice, a spatial experience, and a knowledge-generating method in the spirit of Lucius and Annemarie Burckhardt.
ZURICH: June 5 to 7, 2026
Labör at MFO-Areal, Oerlikon, Zürich
BASEL: September 11 to 13, 2026
Holzpark, Klybeck, Basel
WALKING continues in 2026. Following the successful first edition in 2025, two further editions will take place, each featuring a symposium and walkshops. Each gathering has its own distinct program and setting, and they can be attended independently. Drawing on the concept of promenadology, the science of walking developed by Lucius and Annemarie Burckhardt, we invite artists, researchers, and walkers to explore walking as a critical, spatial, and artistic practice.
Participation
Participation is limited to a maximum of 30 people per location.
Those interested in attending must apply with a short letter of motivation and CV. Participation is largely free of charge. A CHF 80 administrative fee will be charged, which includes meal and beverage vouchers.
Registration for Zurich by April 30, 2026 > Participation Form EN
Registration for Basel by June 30, 2026 > Participation Form EN
Participants must arrange their own travel, accommodations, and meals. A meal option will be available at the conference venue, and snacks will be provided free of charge. Participants may also make a voluntary contribution.
Own Contribution
Teilnehmende können sich mit einem eigenen Beitrag (Talk oder Walkshop) für das Programm bewerben.
Honoraria: short talk (30 min): CHF 250 / walkshop (60 to 90 min): CHF 400 / project presentation (20 min): CHF 200 / keynote (45 min): by arrangement
In addition, meals and travel costs (ideally by environmentally responsible means) will be covered, as well as one overnight stay if needed.
Proposal for Zurich or Basel: by April 30, 2026 > Call for Contribution EN
Detailed info: https://ilea.art/walking-denken-in-bewegung-3/