09.10.2026. - 11.10.2026.
IAESTE Central European Convention (or short CEC) is the major international event in our region. Attending CEC helps you to connect with students from the wider central European area, enhance cooperation among IAESTE Local committees in Central Europe, and get educated on various workshop topics and beyond. And of course, get to know the culture of the hosting Country.
The first CEC ever was organized in May 1998 in Tuheljske Toplice, Croatia. It was organized by the initiative of Thomas Haim, former National Secretary of IAESTE Austria, and Mario Kauzlaric, former National Secretary of IAESTE Croatia. Because of its great success, the CEC is being held two times a year, in a rotation schedule – so each country will organize the event every five years. Any country having the status Full member of CER has the right to organise CEC.
Orahovica is a charming medieval town in Slavonia, Croatia, nestled perfectly at the foot of Papuk Mountain. Located just an hour's drive west of Osijek, it is famous for its natural beauty, historic ruins, and excellent local wine, particularly the Green Silvaner. The name Orahovica is derived from the word orah 'walnut tree'. The town became one of the most popular tourist destinations in Virovitica-Podravina County and Slavonia. Its culture, events, beautiful nature, sports and lake attract more and more tourists every year. The Spring of Orahovica, an annual cultural and tourist festival, is held since 1957.
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