Venue


23.–28. 8. 2026

OREA Congress Hotel Brno

Address: Křížkovského 458, 603 73 Brno-střed, Czechia
Phone: +420 543 141 111
Web: https://www.orea.cz/en/hotel-congress
GPS: 49°11'8.587"N, 16°35'7.311"E


A Modern and Accessible Setting for International Collaboration

The OREA Congress Hotel Brno offers modern conference facilities and comfortable accommodation in one of Central Europe’s most dynamic cities. Conveniently located with easy access to the historic city centre, international transport links, and local attractions, it provides an excellent setting for scientific exchange and networking during the conference.



Discover more about Brno and South Moravia:
  • Explore Brno’s vibrant cultural life, museums, architecture, and events through the official tourism portal —your gateway to the city’s top destinations and practical visitor information.
  • Immerse yourself in the variety of the South Moravian region—from sunlit vineyards and UNESCO sites to authentic traditions and epicurean journeys—on the official South Moravia tourism site.


HOW TO GET THERE

By airplane

From Brno–Tuřany Airport (BRQ) to the Venue

The OREA Congress Hotel Brno is roughly 11 km from Brno–Tuřany Airport—about 15–25 minutes by car, depending on traffic.

By taxi / ride-hailing: Taxis and ride-hailing services are available outside the arrivals hall. This is the most direct option, especially if you’re arriving late or with luggage. Simply provide the driver with “OREA Congress Hotel Brno.”

By public transport: From the airport, there is a frequent bus connection to Brno’s city centre / Main Railway Station. From there, continue by tram toward the Brno Exhibition Centre area and walk a few minutes to the hotel. Look for ticket machines at the airport or main station and follow on-site wayfinding; staff at the information desk can advise the best current route.

Tip: If your flight arrives late at night or very early, services still operate but may run less frequently—allow extra time or consider a taxi.


For more information to plan your trip:
https://idos.cz/en/
https://www.brno-airport.cz/en/
https://www.idsjmk.cz/en/


From Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to the Venue

The OREA Congress Hotel Brno is approximately 230 km from Prague Airport—typically about 2–2.5 hours by car via the D1 motorway, depending on traffic and road works.

By public transport (train option): From the airport, take an airport–city connection to Prague Main Railway Station (Praha hl.n.). From there, frequent intercity trains run to Brno hlavní nádraží; the journey is typically around 2.5–3 hours. From Brno’s bus/rail hub, continue by tram toward the Exhibition Centre for a short walk to the hotel.

By public transport (bus option): You can take a direct bus from Prague Airport to Brno with FlixBus or RegioJet, avoiding transfers through central Prague. Typical journey time is around 3–3.5 hours, depending on service, traffic and road works. Otherwise you can connect to Prague’s central bus terminals (e.g., Florenc) and take a direct intercity bus to Brno; typical travel time is about 2.5–3 hours, depending on service and traffic. From Brno’s bus/rail hub, continue by tram toward the Exhibition Centre for a short walk to the hotel.

For more information to plan your trip:
https://idos.cz/en/
https://www.flixbus.co.uk/
https://regiojet.com/
https://www.prg.aero/en/airport-express
https://www.cd.cz/en/
https://www.idsjmk.cz/en/


From Vienna International Airport (VIE) to the Venue

The OREA Congress Hotel Brno is roughly 150 km from Vienna International Airport—typically about 2–2.5 hours by car, depending on traffic and road works.

By public transport (train option): From the airport, take a train to Wien Hauptbahnhof (Vienna Main Station), then continue on a direct international service to Brno hlavní nádraží. Typical total journey times are around 2–2.5 hours, depending on the connection. From Brno’s bus/rail hub, continue by tram toward the Exhibition Centre for a short walk to the hotel.

By public transport (bus option): You can take a direct bus from Vienna Airport to Brno with FlixBus or RegioJet, avoiding transfers through central Vienna. Typical journey times are 2–2.5 hours, depending on service, traffic and road works. From Brno’s bus/rail hub, continue by tram toward the Exhibition Centre for a short walk to the hotel.


For more information to plan your trip:
https://idos.cz/en/
https://www.flixbus.co.uk/
https://regiojet.com/
https://www.viennaairport.com/en/
https://www.cd.cz/en/
https://www.idsjmk.cz/en/


By train or bus

Brno is a major rail and bus hub on Central European routes, with frequent services from cities such as Prague, Vienna, Bratislava, and beyond. International trains arrive at Brno hlavní nádraží (Main Station), and long-distance buses typically stop at Brno, Hotel Grand (Benešova) or Brno, Zvonařka—all in the city centre.

Last mile to the venue: From these central stops, reach the OREA Congress Hotel Brno (next to the Brno Exhibition Centre) by a short tram ride or taxi, followed by a brief walk to the hotel entrance.

For more information to plan your trip:
https://idos.cz/en/
https://www.flixbus.co.uk/
https://regiojet.com/
https://www.cd.cz/en/
https://www.idsjmk.cz/en/


By car

Brno sits at a Central European crossroads and is easily reached by motorway from Prague, Vienna, Bratislava, Ostrava, and neighboring regions. The venue—OREA Congress Hotel Brno next to the Brno Exhibition Centre (BVV)—is well signposted in the city. For navigation, set your destination to “OREA Congress Hotel Brno, Křížkovského 458".

Tolls & vignettes: Czech motorways require an electronic vignette; neighboring countries (e.g., Austria, Slovakia) also use vignettes or tolls. Purchase/activate before joining the motorway and keep proof of purchase handy.

City driving: Expect one-way streets and tram-priority corridors near the center. Follow local signage and allow extra time at peak hours or during fairground events.

Key Motorways Leading to Brno

  • From Prague / Central & Western Czechia – D1:
    The primary east–west corridor linking Prague → Brno → Ostrava/Poland. It’s the busiest Czech motorway and the most direct route from Prague to Brno. Expect variable speeds near works or peak times.

  • From Slovakia / Bratislava – D2:
    Connects Brno ↔ Czech–Slovak border at Lanžhot, continuing to Bratislava via Slovakia’s D2. This is the straightforward approach from southwestern Slovakia.

  • From Austria / Vienna – A5 (CZ) → D52 (AT):
    Approach Brno via A5 (Nord Autobahn) in Austria and the I/52–D52 corridor on the Czech side toward Mikulov → Brno. Parts of the link on the Czech side are still being developed, but this remains the standard Vienna–Brno driving route.

  • From Poland – A1 (PL) → D1 (CZ):
    The main north–south corridor via the Gorzyczki/Věřňovice border, running Ostrava – Olomouc – Brno. Usually the quickest from Upper Silesia/Łódź/Gdańsk. Expect variable speeds near Ostrava and on D1 during peak periods or road works.

Useful links for drivers
Vignettes / Tolls
- Czechia (official): https://edalnice.cz/en/
- Austria (ASFINAG): https://www.asfinag.at/en/toll/vignette/
- Slovakia (official): https://eznamka.sk/en

Traffic & Route Planning
- Czech live traffic (NDIC): https://dopravniinfo.gov.cz/en/
- Route planner (Mapy.cz): https://mapy.cz/

Parking
- Brno city parking rules: https://www.parkovanivbrne.cz/en

EV Charging
- PlugShare (map): https://www.plugshare.com/


TIPS FOR YOUR STAY IN BRNO AND SOUTH MORAVIA


Špilberk Castle

This vast complex is situated atop a hill of the same name

Špilberk Castle was established in the 13th century by Přemysl Otakar II to protect both the Czech lands and the town of Brno. An occasional residence of Moravian margraves, the castle became a huge military fortress in the 17th and 18th centuries. In 1783, as decreed by Emperor Joseph II, it was transformed into a jail for serious criminals and soon also for political prisoners from countries throughout the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Špilberk was known as the harshest jail in Europe. Its famous prisoners included Italian Carbonari, notably poet Silvio Pellico, and Václav Babinský, the famous Czech bandit.

After 1855, the castle served as military barracks. During both world wars, the castle again functioned as a jail, as first opponents of the Austrian regime and later Czech patriots during the Nazi occupation were imprisoned there. In 1962, Špilberk was added to the National Cultural Heritage list.

The castle walls offer an amazing view of Brno. The castle also serves as a cultural centre, housing Muzeum města Brna (the Brno City Museum). Concerts, theatrical performances, and festivals are often held there.




Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul

Cathedral dominating the city from atop Petrov Hill

The cathedral – nicknamed Petrov, like the hill – dates back to the 11th and 12th centuries, when a Romanesque chapel was built on the top of a hill. At the end of the 12th century, a small church with an apse and a crypt was built there, and in the 13th century it was expanded into a Romanesque basilica, the remains of which were discovered during an archaeological study of the cathedral at the end of the 20th century; the site is now open to the public. The church was then rebuilt in the early Gothic style and made a provost church and a collegiate chapter. The artist behind the 18th-century Baroque interior was architect Mořic Grimm. The current main altar was created at the end of the 19th century. The ‘Kapistránka’ pulpit located on the left side of the hall is a remarkable piece of art; it is named after the Franciscan friar St John of Capistrano, who preached in Brno in the second half of 1451. The bells on the cathedral towers ring at 11 am instead of at noon in remembrance of a legendary trick that Jean-Louis Raduit de Souches played on the Swedish army as it lay siege to Brno. As the story goes, Swedish general Torstenson claimed he would abandon the siege if his army failed to conquer the city before the bells started to ring at noon. For this reason, de Souches decided to have the bells ring one hour earlier.



Moravian Karst

The Moravian Karst is the best-known and best-developed karst area in the Czech Republic. If you go north of Brno, you will arrive in the territory of one thousand and one hundred caves (so many of them have been officially discovered so far, but the number is probably not final). You can visit five of them. If you do not manage to get tickets for the Punkva Caves or if you do not like crowds, just head for one of the other caves. All of them are a natural treasure!

The Punkva Caves (Punkevní Jeskyně) are the local top star. Their dry part leads through dripstone spaces to the bottom of the world-class Macocha Abyss and then the wet part of the journey – by motorboat on the underground Punkva River – takes you back. A visit here is a real experience, from seeing the first dripstone to getting out of the boats at the end. The guides often make jokes and kids will love the tour.




State Chateau Lednice

The pearl of South Moravia, one of the most visited places in the country, a UNESCO gem. And with a bunch of other tourist attractions around it.

Seven hundred years of exemplary care by one family is something that has to be seen…The Liechtensteins administered the Lednice domain since 1322 and connected it with the Břeclav and Valtice domains. They gave the chateau its present appearance in the mid-19th century. They decided that Vienna was not the right place for aristocratic banquets andrebuilt Lednice into a summer residence in the spirit of the English (Neo-)Gothic. Magnificent meetings of European high society took place on the ground floor in the representative hallswith carved ceilings and luxurious furniture. The first floor was taken up by the family’s private rooms while children with their governesses were sent to the second floor. A tour of the castle is a luxurious experience, you won’t know where to look first.