ESC Congress 2026 Munich – World Cardiology Congress at the Exhibition Grounds

The ESC Congress 2026 is the most significant scientific meeting in international cardiology – and it will take place from August 28 to 31, 2026, in Munich. The European Society of Cardiology expects over 30,000 professional attendees from more than 150 countries at the Messe München exhibition grounds and the ICM (Internationales Congress Center München). Anyone planning a stay for the ESC Congress 2026 Hotel München, whether as a cardiologist, researcher, medical student, or representative of the healthcare industry, faces a dense four-day program of extraordinary scientific depth. Here you will find all the important information: program highlights, tickets, travel, and practical tips for your congress visit.

What is the ESC Congress? The most important cardiology congress worldwide

The ESC Congress, organized by the European Society of Cardiology, has been the flagship of international cardiovascular medicine for decades. No other scientific meeting combines clinical practice, basic research, guideline development, and medical-technical innovation at this level. Every year, the congress attracts the entire world-class cardiology community. In 2026, Munich will be the host – a city that, as a center for science and technology, is perfectly suited for an event of this scale.

The main theme for 2026 is "Artificial Intelligence in Cardiology". The focus is on the revolutionary opportunities that artificial intelligence offers for the diagnosis, therapy, and prevention of cardiovascular diseases. From AI-assisted imaging and algorithm-based risk stratification to digital twins – the ESC 2026 will shed light on how technology is shaping the cardiology of the future.

Program Highlights of the ESC Congress 2026

The scientific program of the ESC Congress is legendary in its density and variety. Over four days, you can expect:

• Hot Line Sessions: First presentations of groundbreaking clinical trials that directly influence cardiology guidelines
• New ESC Guidelines 2026: Official presentation of updated guidelines – essential for clinical practice
• Abstract Sessions: Over 4,000 submitted abstracts from all areas of cardiovascular medicine
• Hands-on Workshops: Practical training in interventional techniques, echocardiography, and electrophysiological procedures
• Digital Health Village: Exhibition area for digital health solutions, wearables, and AI applications
• Young Investigators Awards: Young researchers present their most innovative work

Tickets and Registration

Registration for the ESC Congress 2026 is handled via the official ESC website. Early bird discounts are generally available until a few months before the congress. There are reduced rates for students and young medical professionals.

What makes Munich special as a congress city

Munich is in a class of its own as a congress city. The ICM – Internationales Congress Center München at the exhibition grounds offers state-of-the-art infrastructure for major scientific events. The city itself combines academic excellence – with the LMU and TU München, both world-class universities – with the Bavarian lifestyle. After an intense day at the congress, beer gardens, the Englischer Garten, or the historic old town are perfect places to unwind.

Getting to Messe München from Oberschleißheim

By public transport

From our hotel, you can reach the exhibition grounds comfortably by public transport: From the "Lustheim" bus stop (approx. 150 m from the hotel), take bus 292 to the Oberschleißheim S-Bahn station. From there, take the S1 to Leuchtenbergring and transfer to the S2 towards Messestadt West. The total travel time is approx. 40 to 45 minutes.

By car

You can reach the exhibition grounds via the motorway in approx. 25 to 30 minutes. Parking spaces are available on the exhibition grounds, although they are in high demand during the congress. At the hotel, you benefit from free parking spaces and an underground garage with EV charging stations.

Your hotel for the ESC Congress 2026

With our Hotel am Schlos am Schlosspark zum Kurfürst in Oberschleißheim, you have the ideal starting point for the ESC Congress 2026. Away from the hustle and bustle of the Munich trade fair, a quiet, comfortable hotel awaits you right by the Schlosspark – perfect for relaxing after an intense congress day. Free parking, EV charging stations, and excellent public transport connections make your stay completely enjoyable.