Why Zagreb

Zagreb is more than the capital of Croatia. It is a city that brings people together, a place where history meets youth, where tradition stands alongside innovation, and where every visitor feels less like a stranger and more like family.
Croatia has already written its chapter in IGSM history, first in 2010 and later in 2017. Both times, participants carried home memories of our hospitality, our culture, and the friendships that only IGSM can create. In 2026, Zagreb will once again open its doors. This time, however, it will not only be the largest IGSM ever, with more than 200 participants from 35 countries, it will set a new standard for what IGSM can be.
At its heart will be the Faculty of Geodesy at the University of Zagreb, the oldest and largest geodetic institution in Southeastern Europe. Known for its long-standing academic excellence and international reputation, it is also a hub of new ideas, where the future of our profession is shaped.
Zagreb itself lies at the crossroads of Europe, easily reached by air, rail, and road, making it a natural gathering place for students and partners worldwide. Yet what makes Zagreb truly unforgettable is not its accessibility, but its spirit: a city alive with students, rich in culture, and within easy reach of Croatia’s natural wonders, such as Plitvice Lakes.
Here, hospitality is not just a custom. It is part of who we are. IGSM 2026 in Zagreb will not simply be hosted; It will be lived, felt, and remembered. Every participant, sponsor, and partner will be welcomed as part of our story, and leave as part of our legacy.