Venue and Accommodation
Join us at the premier mountain resort in Serbia for an unforgettable academic and professional experience.
Conference Venues
The 20th International Symposium - SymOrg 2026, organized by the Faculty of Organizational Sciences, University of Belgrade, will take place on Kopaonik, Serbia, from 10 to 12 June, 2026. The Symposium will be held at the Grand Hotel Kopaonik.
Accommodation
The Grand Hotel Kopaonik is a distinguished mountain resort located just a short walk from the vibrant center of Kopaonik, set in a serene natural environment, and surrounded by lush greenery and coniferous forests. The resort seamlessly blends the traditional mountain charm with contemporary comfort, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
The hotel offers stylish and spacious accommodation units designed to meet the needs of both leisure and business travelers. With high-quality service, modern amenities, and an ideal location for enjoying outdoor activities throughout the year or simply relaxing in the fresh mountain air, the Grand Hotel Kopaonik provides an excellent base for experiencing premium mountain hospitality.
Getting to know Kopaonik
Kopaonik is an area of an outstanding natural, ecological, and recreational value, characterized by preserved mountain landscapes, vast forests of spruce and fir, alpine meadows, and exceptional biodiversity. As Serbia's largest and most renowned mountain, Kopaonik is also a national park, recognized for its clean air, favorable climate, and a long tradition of health, tourism, and sports activities throughout the year.
Kopaonik offers a unique blend of natural beauty, modern infrastructure, and rich cultural and historical heritage, making it an ideal destination for both active and relaxing stays. The mountain is especially known for its high number of sunny days (around 200—220 per year), diverse outdoor activities, and excellent conditions for winter and summer tourism.
Learn more about Kopaonik at www.kopaonik.rs.
The Organization will provide transportation and logistical support from Belgrade to Kopaonik. If you are planning to arrive independently, the route and travel details can be found here.
Kopaonik Attractions
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Time Zone & Climate
Serbia is in the Central European Time zone (GMT+1) and switches to daylight saving time (GMT+2) from the last week of March until the last week of October.
The climate of Kopaonik is predominantly mountain and sub-alpine, shaped by its high altitude and dense forest coverage. Summers are mild and pleasant, with moderate temperatures and cool nights, while winters are long, cold, and snowy, with a stable snow cover lasting well into spring.
Administrative / Logistic Information
Please check the main entry, VISA and COVID-19 requirements as provided on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia.
General Entry Requirements
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View Visa InformationHow to get from the Belgrade Airport to the City Center?
MINIBUS A1
- Route: Airport – Slavija Square (Kralja Milutina Street)
- Ticket price: RSD 400 (on the bus)
- Approximate travel time: 30 minutes
PUBLIC TRANSPORT LINE 72
- Route: Airport – Zeleni Venac Square
- Ticket price: Free
- Approximate travel time: 30–40 minutes
BUS LINE 600
- Route: Airport – Belgrade Center railway station
- Ticket price: Free
- Approximate travel time: 30–40 minutes
BUS LINE 72N (Night)
- Route: Airport – Republic Square
- Ticket price: Free
- Approximate travel time: 30–40 minutes
TAXI
- Taxi price: about RSD 2500 (EUR 20)
- Approximate travel time: 15-20 minutes
Important: At the airport, passengers can obtain a taxi voucher with a fixed fare for travel to the city center. This ensures a predefined price and helps avoid overcharging.
Currency
The official currency in Serbia is the Serbian dinar, abbreviated RSD. Money can be exchanged in all banks and post offices, as well as in the authorized exchange offices. The exchange rate for 1 EUR is around RSD 117.5.
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Getting to know Belgrade
For many participants, this will also be a great opportunity to explore Belgrade's landmarks and vibrant cultural scene before continuing on to Kopaonik.
Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, is the third-largest city in Southeastern Europe after Istanbul and Athens, with just over 1,700,000 inhabitants. Belgrade is a city with centuries of history and many historical and natural sites worth seeing.
Tourist Organization of Belgrade (TOB) is a public service which aims to promote Belgrade as a tourist destination.
