Venue

The 21st Wegener Assembly 2026 will take place at the Polytechnic University of Tirana (UPT) in Tirana, Albania and online, from 12 – 14 October 2026. The assembly is open to the scientists of all the nations. The congress centre is wheelchair accessible.

 Congress centre address

 Polytechnic University of Tirana, “Dëshmorët e Kombit”, Square “Nënë Tereza” 4, Tirana 1000, Albania.

Accomodation

Tirana offers a wide range of accommodation options within easy reach of the conference venue.
Please use your preferred booking platforms to find the lodging that best suits your needs. 

Travel to Tirana

By plane

Tirana-Mother-Teresa International Airport is located in the municipality of Rinas, 11 km north-west of Tirana.

Travel to and from TIA by Taxi

The fastest way to get to Tirana is by taxi. The journey from Tirana International Airport to the centre of Tirana takes 20–25 minutes, depending on traffic, and costs between 1,300 and 2,200 ALL one way. More information https://www.tirana-airport.com/en//article/13/By-Taxi.

Travel to and from TIA by Bus

There is a regular bus line that offers 24-hour service 7 days a week. The bus is parked in Tirana behind the Palace of OPERA and BALLET. The journey takes 30 minutes. The rate for a single fare is 400 ALL. More information here.

By car

Several private parking facilities are available near the Polytechnic University of Tirana, including one at the Air Albania Stadium building and another at the entrance of the Grand Park of Tirana. These can be used during the conference.

By Bus 

Buses in Tirana run from 06:00 to 23:00, every day of the year. Waiting time can vary from 3-13 minutes (depending on traffic). The nearest urban bus line to the Rectorate Building is line 13 – 'Tirana e Re', with the closest stop named “Rektorati.” Bus fare is 40 ALL per ride. More information here.

Badge Collection

Conference name badges can be picked up in the main hall of the Rectorate Building at the Polytechnic University of Tirana during the following hours.

Day 1. 13 Octobre 2026 | 8:00 - 9:00

Day 2. 14 Octobre 2026 | 8:00 - 9:00

Day 3. 15 Octobre 2026 | 8:00 - 9:00