ISBNPA 2026 - Satellite Meeting
“Built Environments, Physical Activity, and Active Transport: 20-year Impact of IPEN and Related Contemporary Studies in Spain”
May 25th, 2026. Granada (Spain)
THE MEETING
Building on the longstanding work and shared interests of the PROFITH and AFIPS research groups (from University of Granada and University of Valencia respectively, Spain) on the built environment and commuting research topics, we are sponsoring hosting? a Satellite Meeting in the city of Granada, prior to ISBNPA 2026 in Cádiz, Spain. The proximity of Granada and Cádiz (290 km) makes it time- and energy-efficient to participate in academic activities in both cities while in Spain. This symposium will acknowledge the 22 years of the International Physical Activity and Environment Network (IPEN), recognising over two decades of groundbreaking global collaboration that has shaped science, policy, and professional development in the field. As the first international research network to systematically study physical activity and the built environment, IPEN has been instrumental in defining methodologies and generating evidence that informs urban health policy worldwide.
The programme will include keynote presentations and small-group discussions on IPEN’s contributions and methods, as well as recent studies on active commuting conducted in Spain. These sessions will provide opportunities for reflection, methodological exchange, and future collaboration. The meeting will be complemented by cultural activities in the historic city of Granada, creating a rich environment for informal discussion, networking, and renewed collaboration among participants.
Organizers
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Palma Chillón Garzón, University of Granada
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Pablo Campos Garzón, University of Almería
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Sergio Campos Sánchez, University of Granada
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Iris Díaz Carrasco, University of Granada
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Javier Molina García, University of Valencia, IPEN project member
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Ana Queralt Blasco, University of Valencia, IPEN project member
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Erica Hinckson, Auckland University of Technology, IPEN Executive member
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Jim Sallis, Australian Catholic University /UCSD-IPEN Executive Director
PROGRAM
REGISTRATION
How to register?
To formalize the participation you must fill the mandatory fields in the registration form. Payment could be made by bank transfer or credit card through the registration platform. If bank transfer is chosen, you must state clearly the name and the invoice number received by email.
Registration fee
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Regular pass, 60 Euros (not including dinner + flamenco show in the evening/night)
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Full pass, 130 Euros (including dinner + flamenco show in the evening/night)
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Free Full pass, for 3 PhD students focus on the congress topic (it requires submission)
Registrations formalized from May 15th, 2026 onward will have a 20 € surchage.
We are planning a guided visit to Alhambra Nasrid Palaces on the morning of 26th May with an additional cost of 40 €. If you want to join the tour, you will be required to provide your passport number or Spanish ID card (mandatory to book Alhambra tickets) in the registration form. There are a limited number of tickets available that will be assigned on a first come, first served basis.
If you would like to attend any of the activities of the social programme with a companion or have any questions regarding registration, please contact isbnpa2026-satellite@granadacongresos.com
VENUE
The Meeting will take place at the Escuela Tecnica Superior de Arquitectura (ETSAG), Universidad de Granada Campo del Príncipe, s/n, Centro, 18071 Granada
How to get to Granada?
Airports
Federico García Lorca Airport (GRANADA)
Federico García Lorca Airport is currently connected by six daily flights to Madrid and three daily flights to Barcelona. It is located 15km from the city center, with buses to and from each flight. The cost of a taxi to or from the airport is ~30€.
Check here all airlines connections with Granada.
Pablo Picasso Airport (MALAGA)
The Pablo Picasso International Airport is located approximately 130km from Granada, connected to every European city with regular daily flights and, thanks to the motorway which links both cities, can be reached in just over one hour by car or bus.
Flights information and routes.
See the AENA website – Telephone: 958 245 200
Train
Modern trains connect Granada to all of Andalusia and to the main Spanish cities. The High Speed rail network has been operational since 2015, thus significantly lowering travel times.
Avenida de Andaluces, s/n 18014 Granada – Telephone: 902 320 320
Information, timetables and destinations on their website: www.renfe.es
Bus
Granada is very well connected thanks to its network of motorways and daily bus services to destinations all over the country.
Bus station
Address: Carretera de Jaén, s/n. 18014. Granada.
Telephone numbers: 958 18 54 80 / 958 25 13 58
Suggested hotels:
The organisers suggest the following hotels in the vicinity of the venue, although it is not the responsibility of the organisers to book accommodation for the attendees:
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Residence “Corrala de Santiago”, that belongs to University of Granada (limited places. Please contact isbnpa2026-satellite@granadacongresos.com to book your room)
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4U Hostel. C. Coches de San Matias, 15, 18009 Granada
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Hotel Molinos* C. Molinos, 12, 18009 Granada
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Hostal La Ninfa ** Campo del Príncipe s/n, C. Cocheras de San Cecilio, 9, 18009 Granada
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Hotel Macià Five Senses***. C. Gran Vía de Colón, 25, 18001 Granada
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Hotel Macià Monasterio de los Basilios***. P.º de los Basilios, 2, 18008 Granada
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Hotel Palacio de Santa Paula***. C. Gran Vía de Colón, 31, 18001 Granada
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Hotel Eurostars Gran Vía***. C. Gran Vía de Colón, 20, 18010 Granada
