We are glad to welcome you to attend the IAVCEI Volcandpark 2026 Conference in Sopron, Hungary, from May 26 to May 29 in 2026. Volcandpark is an international conference under the umbrella of the International Association of Volcanology and Chemistry of the Earth's Interior (IAVCEI) and the International Lithosphere Program (ILP). The goal is to unite experts with diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering the exchange of new ideas, concepts, and techniques in the management and promotion of volcanic heritage. Ultimately, this meeting seeks to enhance our understanding of volcanic processes—both physical and societal—thereby improving preparedness for volcanic hazards and the preservation of volcanic geoheritage.

The conference will be open to a wide range of topics in volcanology including volcano geology, quantitative and qualitative geodiversity measurements, active volcano monitoring, interaction with people living in volcanic fields, and geotourism in active or inactive volcanic areas. This year the concept of "deep-Earth geoheritage" is introduced, which emphasises the importance of protecting volcanic rocks that reveal xenoliths (or other rock fragments that have been sampled from the lithosphere by the volcanism). Xenoliths are time capsules offering a unique opportunity to study the properties of the lithosphere during volcanism - the Pannonian Basin is one of the hotspots for such research.

Important dates and deadlines:

Conference date: 26 - 29 May, 2026

Field trips:

intra-conference: 27 May

post-conference: 29 May

Registration:

Early-bird registration: 1 January to 31 March, 2026

Late registration or onsite: Start on 1 April 2026

Abstract submission deadline: 31 March 2026

More information can be found from the website: https://volcandpark2026.epss.hu/index.php