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Event overview
Overview
The 34th Annual Conference of the German Society for Sleep Research and Sleep Medicine (DGSM) will take place from November 5 to 7, 2026, at the RheinMain Congress Center in Wiesbaden, Germany.
This year's theme is 'Sleep – Economic and Career Factor', focusing on the impact of sleep on productivity and health.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The 34th Annual Conference of the DGSM runs from November 5 to 7, 2026, at the RheinMain Congress Center in Wiesbaden, Germany.
- 2Scale and Focus: This conference addresses the economic implications of sleep, featuring interdisciplinary discussions and scientific symposia.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin (DGSM) and Conventus Congressmanagement & Marketing GmbH.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry leaders focused on sleep medicine.
- 5Entry / Access: Registration is now open, with various fee structures for members and non-members.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights into the latest research and treatments in sleep medicine, network with experts, and participate in discussions that shape the future of sleep health. Dates and Venue: The 34th Annual Conference of the DGSM runs from November 5 to 7, 2026, at the RheinMain Congress Center in Wiesbaden, Germany. Buyer Authority: Attendees include healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry leaders focused on sleep medicine.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a targeted audience of healthcare professionals and researchers, enhancing visibility and fostering business relationships. Organiser: The event is organised by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin (DGSM) and Conventus Congressmanagement & Marketing GmbH. Buyer Authority: Attendees include healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry leaders focused on sleep.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Sleep medicine physicians and somnologists attending the DGSM annual congress
Pulmonology and respiratory medicine specialists working on sleep-related breathing disorders
Neurologists and psychiatrists involved in sleep disorder diagnosis and treatment
ENT and HNO specialists and dental somnology professionals
Sleep laboratory technologists, physiologists and clinical researchers
Psychologists and CBT-I practitioners
Researchers and academics presenting sleep research and abstracts
Medical device and diagnostics suppliers serving sleep laboratories and clinics
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Medical device makers for sleep diagnostics, polysomnography and home sleep testing
Sleep laboratory equipment and sensor suppliers
CPAP, ventilation and sleep therapy technology providers
Digital health, telemonitoring and sleep data software vendors
Pharmaceutical companies active in sleep medicine
Clinical service and sleep centre providers
Scientific publishers and professional society partners
Suppliers serving dental somnology and CBT-I practitioners
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Sleep diagnostics and polysomnography systems
Home sleep testing and portable monitoring devices
CPAP and sleep therapy equipment
Ventilation and respiratory support technology
Sleep laboratory sensors, electrodes and consumables
Digital health, telemonitoring and sleep data software
Sleep medicine pharmaceuticals and therapeutics
Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) resources
Sleep research and scientific publications
Dental somnology and longevity-related services
Location & Facilities
Venue
RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC)
Friedrich-Ebert-Allee 1, 65185 Wiesbaden, Germany
Facilities
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: The RMCC site hosts a Contipark Tiefgarage at the Rheinmain Congresscenter, and the venue publishes a visitor parking page; check current tariffs before travelling.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC) for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Event days & opening times
DayOpening hours
November 5 to 7, 2026:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
Who runs the show
Organisers
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin (DGSM)
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Wiesbaden, Germany
Why it matters
Attending 34. Jahrestagung der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin (DGSM) e. V. on 2026-11-05 to 2026-11-07 in Wiesbaden lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Travel & logistics
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Main international gateway for the DGSM congress. FRA has its own rail station with S-Bahn (S8/S9) and regional services to Wiesbaden, and RMV offers a dedicated Airport-to-City ticket for onward travel. Confirm current timetables and fares with RMV before travelling.
TBA
to venue
approx. 25-40 minutes by car, depending on traffic
by car
Frankfurt-Hahn Airport
Smaller airport with limited scheduled service; practical only if a suitable direct route exists. For most international delegates FRA is the realistic choice. Verify current operators before booking.
TBA
to venue
approx. 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes by road
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Budget
Wiesbaden city centre / near Hauptbahnhof, walkable to RMCCUSD 85–110 / night
Example: Premier Inn Wiesbaden City Centre; walkable to RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC). Confirm rates and availability before travel.
Mid-range
Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof / city centre, short walk or tram to RMCCUSD 115–150 / night
Examples: InterCityHotel Wiesbaden, Courtyard by Marriott Wiesbaden-Nordenstadt (Nordenstadt requires taxi/bus transfer to RMCC). Confirm rates and availability before travel.
Premium
Central Wiesbaden, short taxi ride to RMCCUSD 170–220 / night
Examples: Radisson Blu Schwarzer Bock, Brunfels Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. Confirm rates and availability before travel.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
S-Bahn / regional train
Estimated costEUR 5–7 (RMV Airport-to-City ticket)
Best forFrankfurt Airport (FRA) to Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof
Direct S-Bahn S8/S9 or regional service; confirm current timetables and fares with RMV before travel.
Bus / tram
Estimated costEUR 2.90–3.50 per single ride (RMV zone Wiesbaden)
Best forWiesbaden municipal bus services (city centre and RMCC district)
City bus network covers Wiesbaden and RMCC; day passes available. Confirm routes and fares with RMV or Wiesbaden city before travel.
Taxi / rideshare
Estimated costEUR 80–100
Best forFrankfurt Airport (FRA) to Wiesbaden city centre / RMCC
Approximately 30 km, 25–40 minutes depending on traffic. Confirm fixed fares or meter estimates with local operators before travel.
Taxi
Estimated costEUR 10–15
Best forWiesbaden Hauptbahnhof to RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC)
Short city trip; alternatively walkable in about 20 minutes. Confirm fares before travel.
Car / parking
Estimated costEUR 15–25 per day
Best forRheinMain Congress Center (RMCC) – Contipark garage
On-site parking available at RMCC Contipark garage; rates subject to change. Confirm current parking tariffs before travel.
Weather
The congress takes place in Wiesbaden in early November, when the city experiences late-autumn conditions; November climate reference pages for Wiesbaden publish monthly temperature and rainfall averages, so check a current forecast and pack layers plus rain protection.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Germany.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Voltage and sockets
Germany uses standard European 230 V / 50 Hz power with type C and F sockets; bring an appropriate adapter for non-European devices.
Currency
Germany uses the euro (EUR, ISO 4217 code EUR); card payments are widely accepted, though carrying some cash is useful.
Payment cards
Major cards are accepted in Wiesbaden hotels, restaurants and shops; check with individual venues before relying solely on card payment.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Wiesbaden; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Hotels
Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.
Check-in (recommended)
2026-11-05
Check-out (recommended)
2026-11-07
Areas to stay
Central Wiesbaden, short taxi ride to RMCC · Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof / city centre, short walk or tram to RMCC · Wiesbaden city centre / near Hauptbahnhof, walkable to RMCC
budget
EUR 85-110/night
mid range
EUR 115-150/night
premium
EUR 170-220/night
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Frankfurt Airport: approx. 25-40 minutes by car, depending on traffic; Frankfurt-Hahn Airport: approx. 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes by road. Allow road or rail time to RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC): Wiesbaden city centre / near Hauptbahnhof, walkable to RMCC: Wiesbaden city centre / near Hauptbahnhof, walkable to RMCC; Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof / city centre, short walk or tram to RMCC: Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof / city centre, short walk or tram to RMCC; Central Wiesbaden, short taxi ride to RMCC: Central Wiesbaden, short taxi ride to RMCC.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Wiesbaden; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Frankfurt Airport (FRA) connects into Wiesbaden by S-Bahn and regional trains, with a dedicated RMV Airport-to-City ticket available; within Wiesbaden, municipal bus services operated by the city cover the RMCC district, and the RheinMain CongressCenter publishes its own arrival guidance for visitors. Confirm current timetables and ticket prices with RMV and Wiesbaden city transport before travelling.
Parking: On-site parking is available at RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC); confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: Early November in Wiesbaden (Rhine-Main region) is late autumn: daytime highs typically around 8-12 °C and overnight lows around 2-5 °C, giving a realistic band of roughly 1-13 °C across the congress days. November is among the wetter and greyer months, so expect overcast skies, fog and intermittent rain. Check a live forecast in the final week and pack layers, a warm coat and rain protection. Climatological guidance only - confirm before travel.
Seasonality: Late autumn in Wiesbaden: weather reference pages for November in Wiesbaden cover monthly temperature and rainfall averages; expect cool, changeable autumn conditions and check a dedicated November forecast close to travel.
Packing: Pack for cool November weather in Wiesbaden with layers, a waterproof outer layer and business attire for congress sessions; Wiesbaden November packing and business-travel guides are available for reference. Confirm the current forecast before departure.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at 34. Jahrestagung der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin (DGSM) e. V. usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm DGSM congress registration at dgsm-kongress.de and check which fee tier applies - the published rates are around 170 EUR early-bird / 230 EUR regular for DGSM members and 260 EUR early-bird / 320 EUR regular for non-members
T-2
Book DGSM-Akademie courses or pre-congress workshops (for example somnology curriculum modules) if you want CME-accredited hands-on sessions, since these seats fill before the main programme
T-3
Reserve a Wiesbaden hotel for 5-7 November 2026 near the Hauptbahnhof / RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC) and check cancellation terms; Mainz-side hotels need a Rhine crossing by train or taxi
T-4
Plan arrival through Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and check RMV S-Bahn (S8/S9) and regional train connections plus the Airport-to-City ticket for the onward leg into Wiesbaden
T-5
Review the published DGSM programme, abstract and poster pages to shortlist the sleep-medicine sessions, symposia and poster walks most relevant to your work
T-6
Finalise any own contribution: upload or prepare your ePoster and slides, and note the poster session slot and presentation format
T-7
Check current Wiesbaden November weather (mild-cold, wet, sometimes foggy) and pack layers, a warm coat and rain protection
T-8
Download the congress app or abstract PDF and note RMCC arrival, registration desk opening hours and Contipark garage access
T-9
Verify CME/continuing-education accreditation details and how attendance certificates are issued at the DGSM congress
T-10
Prepare business cards and a short note of the vendors, working groups or research groups you want to meet during the three congress days
T-11
Re-check travel documents: passport validity, any Schengen visa or entry requirement and printed or digital registration confirmation
Networking spots
234. Jahrestagung der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin (DGSM) e. V. registration concourse
RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC)
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
RheinMain Congress Center (RMCC)
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€170.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€320.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether 34. Jahrestagung der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin (DGSM) e. V. fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4–8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published — confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3–6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources — confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- DGSM
- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin e.V., the German Society for Sleep Research and Sleep Medicine, which organises the annual Jahrestagung (annual congress).
- Jahrestagung
- Annual congress; the 34th DGSM Jahrestagung is the 2026 edition, held 5-7 November 2026 in Wiesbaden.
- CBT-I
- Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia, a therapeutic approach covered in the DGSM congress programme.
- Abstract submission
- Scientific contribution submitted for the congress programme; the DGSM site publishes abstract management contacts and poster guidance.
- Symposieneinreichung
- Symposium submission; the DGSM site publishes a dedicated page for proposing congress symposia.
- RMCC
- RheinMain CongressCenter Wiesbaden, the venue for the 34th DGSM annual congress.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- DGSM Jahrestagung 2026
- 34. DGSM Jahrestagung Wiesbaden
- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin Kongress
- DGSM Kongress Wiesbaden 2026
- DGSM 2026
- DGSM Wiesbaden
- Jahrestagung Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin
- Schlafmedizin Kongress Wiesbaden
- DGSM Jahrestagung Wiesbaden Germany
- sleep medicine conference Wiesbaden 2026
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