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OFFICIAL PROGRAM
International Camino B2B Round Table and Announcement of the Inclusive Tourism Festival
DATE: 19–22 March 2026 | Međimurje, Croatia
THURSDAY, 19 March 2026
Study Visit of the Destination + B2B Meetings
09:00 – Departure from Hotel Panorama (Prelog)
Full-day study visit of Koprivnica-Križevci County and Međimurje County.
Expected arrival at the first location around 10:30
- Church of St. Nicholas
- Mijo Kovačić Gallery, Koprivnica
12:30 – Departure towards Međimurje County
14:00 – Lunch at Mohokos Family Farm (OPG Mohokos)
16:00 – Viewpoint visit: Mađerkin Breg
18:00 – Arrival at Hotel Panorama
B2B meetings
Focused discussions on opportunities for future cooperation between Camino organizations, tour operators and tourism stakeholders.
FRIDAY, 20 March 2026
10:00 – Registration at the Congress Hall entrance
11:00 – 12:15 – ROUND TABLE + PRESS CONFERENCE
CAMINO FOR ALL: Inclusion, Movement and Life Transformation Through Walking
Moderator: Ivona Hemmen
Participants
- Danijela Lončarić – initiator of the project “Walk for Those Who Cannot”
(Camino as personal and social transformation; inclusion as practice rather than just an idea) - Valentina Bifflin – Director of the Croatian Volleyball Federation and President of MEVZA (sport, support systems and inclusion)
- Vedran Pražen – Secretary of the Brotherhood of St. James and member of the Camino Federation
- Rudi Grula – Director of the Međimurje County Tourist Board
(destination development, active tourism and the role of the community) - Guest speaker (athlete / public figure) – confirmation pending
- Mirjam Jukić – Camino pilgrim living with multiple sclerosis
Key discussion topics
- Movement as a tool for quality of life – how walking changes the body, mind and daily life
- Sport, community and support systems – what is needed to make inclusion a standard: support, accessibility, trainers, equipment and infrastructure
- Camino as a mindset and transformation journey – walking as a reset of habits, perspectives and life decisions
- How people with different physical limitations can experience Camino – adaptations, experiences, barriers and solutions
- The role of destinations – how local communities and tourism stakeholders can support inclusive tourism
(Format: dialogue + audience questions + short statements for media.)
12:15 – 12:30 h Experience of accompanied pilgrims with disabilities : Christiane Couble
12:13 – 13:00 – PREMIERE BOOK PRESENTATION
“Remember Who You Are – 28 Days of Returning to Yourself”
A premiere presentation of a book combining travel writing, autobiographical storytelling and a practical guide for personal development.
The book was inspired by the Camino experience, where an external journey becomes an internal one — a return to oneself, courage for change and steps that transform life.
13:00 – 14:00 – Lunch Break & Networking
International Camino Conference and Round Table
14:00 – 15:30 | Keynote Presentations (15 minutes each)
“What is Camino?”
Speaker: Andreja Grahek
Focus: The universal appeal of Camino, its cultural and spiritual significance, and its adaptation for diverse groups.
„French Federation – ways and interective map“
Speaker: Martin Butruille
“Camino Međimurje: A Hidden Gem of the Croatian Camino”
Speakers:
- Rudi Grula – Director, Međimurje Tourist Board
- Jelena Berečić – DMC True Colors
Focus: Presentation of the uniqueness of Camino Međimurje, its history and its potential for pilgrims.
“Local Hospitality: More Than Accommodation”
Speakers:
- Zvonko Lajtman – Eko Holiday Home Lina
- David Gregoraš – Director, Hotel Panorama
Focus: How local communities and authentic accommodation providers enrich the Camino experience.
Inspirational Stories
- “Blindness is Not a Barrier” – Marina Radoš
- “Multiple Sclerosis Did Not Stop Me” – Mirijam Jukić
15:30 – 16:30 – Round Table: “Camino Experience”
Participants:
International associations, tour operators, Rudi Grula, Marina Radoš, Jelena Berečić (DMC True Colors)
Topics:
- Tourism and pilgrimage together
- Organized Camino experiences
16:30 – 17:30 – Open Discussion and Audience Q&A
Opportunity for participants to share experiences, ask questions and propose ideas for future collaboration.
17:30 – 18:00 – Closing Remarks
Summary of key conference conclusions.
Announcement of future initiatives and cooperation opportunities.
Invitation to explore Camino Međimurje and local accommodation offerings.
Networking & Cultural Program
Informal gathering with refreshments and tasting of local products.
Opportunity for participants to exchange contacts and develop future partnerships.
SATURDAY, 21 March 2026
Departure of the Hotel at 7:30 h
08:00 – Holy Mass at the Church of St. James in Prelog
Camino route
Prelog – Church of St. James – Čakovec – Parish of St. Anthony of Padua
Arrival to Zrinski: Park for a group photo at the Camino milestone marker.
18:00 – Book Promotion
(Međimurje Tourism Palace)
“Remember Who You Are – 28 Days of Returning to Yourself”
Author: Danijela Lončarić
SUNDAY, 22 March 2026
09:00 – Departure from Hotel Panorama
Camino route
Sveti Juraj na Bregu – Church of St. George – Štrigova
18:00 h – Book Promotion
(Cultural Centre Štrigova)
“Remember Who You Are – 28 Days of Returning to Yourself”
Author: Danijela Lončarić