Video Quality Experts Group (VQEG) Meeting: May 18 – 22, 2026

Welcome to Kraków

The Spring 2026 VQEG Meeting will be held in-person at AGH University of Kraków, Poland, with full remote participation available. This is a public meeting open to all researchers and practitioners interested in video quality.

Dates
May 18–22, 2026
Venue
Building B-9, Czarnowiejska 74, 30-054 Kraków, Poland
Format
Hybrid: In-Person & Remote
Session Hours
~9:00 AM CEST (Details coming soon)
Contact
Call-in details will be emailed to registered participants only. Please register below to receive remote access information.
ℹ️ No sponsors: This meeting has no sponsors. There are no registration fees. Participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, meals, and any social dinner costs.

Register for the Meeting

Registration is open to all interested participants: in-person and remote. Please register using the link below so we can plan capacity and send you meeting updates and call-in details. Early registration is appreciated.

Participation Options

This meeting is fully hybrid. Both in-person and remote attendees are welcome. Please indicate your mode of attendance when registering.

On-Site

In-Person Attendance

Join us at AGH University of Kraków, Building B-9, Kraków. In-person participants are prioritised for presentations and discussions.

Remote

Remote Attendance

Attend online via the call-in link provided to all registered participants. Remote attendees are welcome to present and participate in discussions. Please mute your audio when not speaking and enable your camera when talking.

The current attendee list is tracked in the registration sheet above. This section will be updated with live participant numbers as the meeting approaches.

Getting to Kraków & the Venue

Kraków is well-connected by air and rail. Below are the most convenient routes to AGH University (Building B-9, Czarnowiejska 74, 30-054 Kraków).

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From Kraków Airport (KRK)

John Paul II International Airport is approximately 15 km west of the city centre.

🚌 Bus (cheapest)Lines 300 → From Jubilat 144 → (~35 min). Alight at Chopina Bus Stop AGH / al. Mickiewicza.
🚊 Train (fastest)Airport Rail Link → Kraków Główny / Main Station (~17 min), then tram / taxi to venue.
🚕 Taxi / Ride-share~25–30 min; approx. PLN 40–60. Use Uber, Bolt, FreeNow or BlaBlaCar apps for best rates.
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From Kraków Główny (Main Railway Station)

The main station is approximately 2.5 km from the AGH campus — easy by bus.

🚌 Bus (recommended)From Politechnika Bus Stop to Czarnowiejska Bus Stop, and after ~5 min by walk
🚶 On Foot~30 minute pleasant walk via the Planty gardens and al. Mickiewicza.
🚕 Taxi~8–10 min; approx. PLN 20–30.
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The Venue: Building B-9, AGH University of Kraków

Czarnowiejska 74, 30-054 Kraków, Poland,

ParkingLimited on-campus parking available. Street parking nearby on Czarnowiejska.
📶 Wi-FiTwo networks available at the venue:
· eduroam — for participants from academic institutions (use your home institution credentials)
· AGH-Events — open guest network for all other participants
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Google Maps Location

Direct navigation link to the venue.

Detailed logistics (room numbers, access instructions) will be published here closer to the meeting date.
Travel-related queries — feel free to contact us by email, phone or WhatsApp (24×7):
Mr. Avrajyoti Dutta
📧 avrajyoti.dutta@agh.edu.pl
📞 / 💬 WhatsApp: +48 575 012 401
Mr. Syed Uddin
📧 syed.uddin@agh.edu.pl
📞 / 💬 WhatsApp: +48 739 583 930

Recommended Hotels

Hotels are listed in order of distance from the venue. We recommend booking early, as May is a busy period in Kraków.

🟢 Very close — walking distance 🟡 Close — short tram / walk 🔵 Farther — tram / taxi
HotelRatingDistanceNotes
Antica Residence
ul. Czarnowiejska 76
★★★ ~50 m Guest house right next to the venue; very convenient for attendees
Hotel Polonez
On AGH campus
★★★ ~350–500 m (on campus) Located on the AGH campus; budget-friendly with free parking
Novotel Kraków City West
al. Armii Krajowej 11
★★★★ ~1 km (walk/tram) Pool & fitness; good for families; near Błonia park
Hotel Logos
Near AGH campus
★★★ ~1 km (walk) Conveniently located near the AGH campus
AC Hotel by Marriott Kraków
al. 3 Maja 51
★★★★ ~1.5 km (walk/tram) Modern design; walking distance to AGH campus
Ibis Kraków Centrum
ul. Syrokomli 2
★★★ ~1.5 km (walk/tram) Budget-friendly; very close to AGH campus
Hotel Wyspiański
ul. Westerplatte 15
★★★ ~2 km (tram) Good value; near Planty gardens
Hotel Nobilton
Near city centre
★★★ ~2 km (tram) Comfortable mid-range hotel; good transport links to the venue
Radisson Blu Hotel Kraków
ul. Straszewskiego 17
★★★★★ ~2.5 km (tram/walk) Business amenities; close to Old Town
Hotel Indigo Kraków Old Town
ul. Sławkowska 9
★★★★ ~2.5 km (tram) Boutique; steps from Main Market Square (Rynek Główny)
Liebeskind Boutique Hotel
Near Old Town
★★★★ ~2.5 km (tram) Stylish boutique hotel near the historic city centre
Aparthotel Stare Miasto
Old Town area
★★★★ ~2.5 km (tram) Apartment-style; ideal for longer stays
Hotel Kazimierz
ul. Miodowa, Kazimierz
★★★★ ~3.5 km (tram) Historic Kazimierz district; vibrant nightlife & culture nearby
Please note: Hotels must be booked individually and directly by each participant using the links above. The meeting does not arrange or subsidise accommodation. If you experience any difficulty with a booking, feel free to contact us at qoe@agh.edu.pl and we will do our best to help.

Lunch & Nearby Facilities

🍽️ Meals at participants’ own expense: Lunch and any social dinner during the meeting are not covered by the organisers and are entirely at participants’ own expense. There are no sponsored meals or events.

Lunch is not provided as part of the meeting — attendees are kindly asked to make their own arrangements each day. There are many affordable options within a short walk of Building B-9. Below is a practical guide to help you plan.

💡 Tip: The AGH campus area has a good mix of cafeterias, bars mleczny (traditional Polish canteens), and cafés. Most lunch options are in the PLN 15–40 range (~€4–10). Card payments are widely accepted.
Place Type Distance Approx. Price Map
Bistro Akademickie Krakus Bistro ~150 m · 2 min PLN 20–40 📍 Open Maps →
Da Grasso Pizza restaurant ~200 m · 3 min PLN 20–40 📍 Open Maps →
PrzeBistro Alma Restaurant ~250 m · 3 min PLN 1–20 📍 Open Maps →
Cafe Bar Pokusa Café ~300 m · 4 min PLN 1–20 📍 Open Maps →
Babilon Pizzeria Pizza restaurant ~300 m · 4 min PLN 20–40 📍 Open Maps →
Nova Sushi Sushi restaurant ~350 m · 5 min PLN 20–40 📍 Open Maps →
Słodka Manufaktura Cake shop ~350 m · 5 min PLN 20–40 📍 Open Maps →
Mekong Vietnamese restaurant ~400 m · 5 min PLN 20–40 📍 Open Maps →
Klub Studio Restaurant ~450 m · 6 min PLN 20–40 📍 Open Maps →
Capri New Kraków Centrum Pizza restaurant ~500 m · 7 min PLN 20–40 📍 Open Maps →
🛵 Food delivery apps also available: Pyszne.pl, Glovo, Uber Eats, Too good to go, Foodsi and others deliver to the AGH campus area.
🗺️ Restaurants near the venue on Google Maps: Browse nearby restaurants →
🚻 Toilets
Available inside Building B-9 on each floor. Also accessible in the AGH campus main buildings nearby.
☕ Coffee & Drinks
Coffee machines available in Building B-9. Nearest café is within a 2–5 min walk on campus.
🛒 Supermarket
Biedronka and Żabka convenience stores within ~5 min walk — ideal for snacks, drinks and quick meals.
💊 Pharmacy
Apteka Czarnowiejska
~2 min walk from the venue. Look for the green cross sign.
🏧 ATM
ATMs available on campus and on al. Mickiewicza. Most restaurants and shops accept card payments.
🚑 Emergency
Emergency: 112 (EU standard)
Police: 997
Ambulance: 999
Fire: 998

Practical Information

A few useful notes for participants travelling from abroad.

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Timezone
Central European Summer Time
CEST (UTC+2) in May
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Schengen Area
Poland is a Schengen Area member. EU/EEA citizens need only a national ID. Others may require a visa — please check in advance.
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Currency
Polish Złoty (PLN)
Cards widely accepted.
ATMs available throughout the city.
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Exchange Rates (approx.)
1 EUR ≈ 4 PLN
1 USD ≈ 4 PLN
1 CHF ≈ 5 PLN
1 GBP ≈ 5 PLN
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Weather in May
Mild spring weather.
Average ~15–20°C.
Light jacket recommended.
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Power
Type C / E plugs
230V / 50Hz
EU standard sockets
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