Impact
A bigger and stronger platform
The previous edition of DMEA showcased significant advancements in digital health, attracting a diverse audience from various sectors, including healthcare IT, clinical management, and policy-making.
Event overview
Overview
DMEA is Europe's leading event for Digital Health, showcasing the latest innovations and solutions in healthcare IT. The event will take place from April 13 to 15, 2027, in Munich, Germany, and is expected to attract around 22,000 attendees and 900 exhibitors.
DMEA - Healthcare IT takes place in Munich, Germany. Venue: Trade Fair Center Messe München.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: DMEA 2027 runs from April 13 to 15, 2027, at Trade Fair Center Messe München, Germany.
- 2Scale and Focus: Positioned as Europe's leading Digital Health event, with approximately 22,000 attendees and 900 exhibitors showcasing innovative healthcare IT solutions.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by Messe München GmbH and Bundesverband Gesundheits-IT – bvitg e.V., with more details available at dmea.de.
- 4Buyer Authority: Key decision-makers from healthcare IT, clinical management, and digital health sectors will attend, influencing purchasing decisions.
- 5Entry / Access: Tickets are available for purchase online, with various pricing options for different attendee categories.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights into the latest trends and innovations in digital health, network with industry leaders, and explore solutions that can enhance their healthcare practices. The event offers a unique opportunity to engage with key players in the healthcare IT sector and discover cutting-edge technologies.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at DMEA provides companies with direct access to decision-makers in the healthcare sector, enhancing visibility and facilitating valuable business connections. This event is an ideal platform to showcase innovations, engage with potential clients, and strengthen market presence in the rapidly evolving digital health landscape.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Healthcare IT decision-makers and executives
Clinical management professionals
Digital health innovators and startups
Healthcare policymakers and regulators
IT specialists in healthcare settings
Investors in health technology
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Companies offering healthcare IT solutions
Digital health startups showcasing innovations
Providers of clinical management software
Vendors of telemedicine and telehealth solutions
Firms specializing in health data analytics
Manufacturers of medical devices and technologies
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Electronic health records and patient management systems
Telemedicine solutions and platforms
Healthcare data analytics tools
Clinical workflow and management software
Patient engagement and communication technologies
Innovative medical devices and digital health applications
Location & Facilities
Venue
Trade Fair Center Messe München
Am Messeturm, 81829 Munich, Germany
Facilities
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Parking is available at the venue, with fees applicable.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Trade Fair Center Messe München for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Event days & opening times
DayOpening hours
April 13 to 15, 2027:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
General admission
259General admission
233General admission
159General admission
389General admission
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How the last edition performed
Previous edition
Current edition
22,000 visitors · 900 exhibitors
Forecast — not final
Audience quality
High-value decision-makers
Attendees included key decision-makers, healthcare professionals, and industry leaders, all focused on the latest trends and innovations in digital health.
Exhibitor outcomes
Real business growth
Exhibitors reported high engagement levels, valuable networking opportunities, and successful lead generation during the event.
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Munich, Germany
Why it matters
Attending DMEA - Healthcare IT on 2027-04-13 to 2027-04-15 in Munich 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.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Sustainability in procurement
What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Automation and labour efficiency
What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Munich Airport
Munich's main international gateway and the practical choice for DMEA. S-Bahn lines S1 and S8 run from the airport into Munich city centre, where you change to U2 for Messestadt West or Messestadt Ost at Messe Munchen. Approximate figures - confirm live train and traffic information before travel.
Approx. 40 km northeast of the Riem fairgrounds by road
to venue
Approx. 35-50 min by car outside peak hours; confirm live traffic
by car
Memmingen Airport
Secondary low-cost gateway used by budget carriers. Coach services connect the airport with Munich's central bus station (ZOB), from where the U2 reaches Messe Munchen. Confirm coach operator schedules and fares before relying on this airport.
Approx. 110-120 km southwest of Munich
to venue
Approx. 1 hr 30 min by road to the fairgrounds; coach transfer to Munich city centre takes a similar time
by car
Nuremberg Airport
Workable alternative if fares are attractive. Take the Nuremberg U-Bahn to Nuremberg Hauptbahnhof, then an ICE to Munich Hauptbahnhof and the U2 to Messestadt West or Messestadt Ost. Approximate timings - confirm rail connections and fares.
Approx. 170 km north of Munich
to venue
Approx. 1 hr 45 min by road; roughly 1 hr by ICE train to Munich Hauptbahnhof plus a city transfer
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Budget
Messestadt / Riem (walkable to Messe München) — e.g. ibis budget München Ost Messe, McDreams Hotel München-MesseUSD 75–115 / night
Approx. 2–3 km from the fairgrounds with U2 or a short taxi to Messestadt West/Ost. DMEA show week sells out early — confirm before travel.
Mid-range
Messe München / Munich east — e.g. Garner Hotel Munich - Messe by IHG, Hilton Garden Inn Munich MesseUSD 140–220 / night
Closest walkable and 4-star options are here; rates rise sharply Mon–Thu during DMEA. Confirm before travel.
Premium
Munich city centre (Altstadt/Maxvorstadt) or Messe München upscale — e.g. Novotel München MesseUSD 260–400 / night
City-centre stays trade a longer U2 commute for evening options; Messe-area premium is more convenient for show days. Confirm before travel.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
suburban rail (S-Bahn) + metro (U-Bahn)
Estimated costEUR 14–16 single (MVV zone M–5); day/group tickets reduce per-person cost
Best forMunich Airport (MUC) → Munich city centre (Hauptbahnhof/Ostbahnhof) → Messe München (Messestadt West/Ost)
S1/S8 to the city, then U2 to Messestadt West or Ost. Roughly 40–45 min airport to city plus ~20 min on U2. Confirm before travel.
metro (U-Bahn)
Estimated costEUR 3.90 (single inner-zone, Kurzstrecke lower); MVV day ticket from about EUR 8.80
Best forMunich city centre → Messe München (Messestadt West/Messestadt Ost)
U2 is the direct line to the fairgrounds; choose the station matching your hall. Confirm before travel.
taxi
Estimated costEUR 85–110
Best forMunich Airport (MUC) to Trade Fair Center Messe München
Roughly 35–50 min outside peak hours; allow extra time on the first show morning. Confirm before travel.
express coach
Estimated costEUR 15–25 one-way (coach), plus MVV ticket for the U2 leg
Best forMemmingen Airport (FMM) → Munich central bus station (ZOB) → U2 to Messe München
Schedules are built around low-cost carrier arrivals; check they align with your flight. Confirm before travel.
long-distance transfer / rideshare
Estimated costEUR 180–250 (private transfer)
Best forMemmingen Airport (FMM) to Trade Fair Center Messe München
About 110–120 km; coach to ZOB plus U2 is usually far cheaper. Confirm before travel.
train (ICE) + metro
Estimated costEUR 80–120 flexible ICE fare; saver fares from about EUR 20 when booked early, plus local U-Bahn tickets
Best forNuremberg Airport (NUE) to Trade Fair Center Messe München
Roughly 1 hr by ICE Nuremberg–Munich; times and fares must be confirmed before travel.
Plan your trip
Visa & entry documents
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Visa not required
ATA Carnet: check with organiser
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen Visa (business) | — | Not yet confirmed | — | |
| Airport Transit Visa | — | Not yet confirmed | — | |
| ETIAS | — | Not yet confirmed | — | |
| Digital registration of entry into the Schengen area (EES) | — | Not yet confirmed | — |
Weather
Mid-April in Munich is early spring and famously changeable. Climatological bands suggest daytime highs of roughly 12-16 C and overnight lows of about 2-6 C, with a rain or wet-snow mix still possible early in the month and around 8-12 days with measurable precipitation across April. Messe Munchen's halls are large and the walk between entrances is exposed, so plan for cool mornings and mild afternoons. These are approximate seasonal bands, not a forecast for 13-15 April 2027 - check a reliable forecast in the week before the show.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Germany sits inside the EU roaming area, so SIMs from EU and EEA operators can be used without roaming surcharges. Visitors from outside Europe should arrange a travel eSIM or a local prepaid data SIM before arrival. Mobile coverage is generally strong across Munich, including the Riem fairgrounds, and hotels and the venue commonly provide Wi-Fi - confirm the Messe Munchen network details on site. Germany uses 230 V at 50 Hz with type F (Schuko) sockets, so bring an appropriate adapter and check that your laptop and phone chargers accept 230 V.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Venue and district
DMEA - Healthcare IT runs 13-15 April 2027 at the Trade Fair Center Messe Munchen in the Riem district, east of central Munich. The U2 line stops at Messestadt West and Messestadt Ost directly at the fairgrounds, which makes the venue one of the easier German exhibition sites to reach without a car.
Business etiquette
Munich runs on punctual, agenda-driven meetings. Arrive a few minutes early, open with a handshake, and use titles and surnames until invited otherwise. Healthcare IT conversations here skew technical, so bring documentation on interoperability, data protection and clinical workflow rather than marketing slides alone.
Language and documents
German is the local language, but English is widely used across DMEA, hotels and the U-Bahn network. Business cards are still exchanged routinely, and having the German form of your company name available can help with on-site paperwork.
Money and opening hours
Germany uses the euro (EUR). Card payments are accepted almost everywhere at the venue and in hotels, though a little cash is useful for small purchases. Many shops close on Sundays, so handle pharmacy, grocery or SIM-card errands on Saturday.
Tipping and dining
Restaurant bills often include service, and a tip of around 5-10 percent rounded up is the norm when you are happy with the service. Lunch near Messe Munchen fills quickly during trade fairs, so book or arrive early if you have back-to-back meetings.
After hours in Munich
Central Munich is roughly 20-30 min from the fairgrounds by U-Bahn. Marienplatz and the Altstadt, the Englischer Garten and the city's beer gardens are the usual evening draws for trade-fair visitors, and all are reachable on the same MVV network you use to reach the venue.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: MUC
Fly into Munich Airport (MUC) whenever possible - it is the shortest transfer to Messe Munchen and the hub for most long-haul connections into Bavaria. Captured searches for 13 April 2027 showed nonstop options from London Heathrow at roughly 1 hr 50 min to 2 hr, from New York JFK at roughly 7 hr 50 min on Lufthansa or United, and from Singapore at roughly 12 hr 30 min on Lufthansa or Singapore Airlines. Dubai was shown as a one-stop routing via SAW at about 10 hr 55 min, and Tokyo Narita as a one-stop via BKK at about 20 hr 40 min; Frankfurt and other European hubs add further one-stop choices. Exact fares were not captured, so compare fares early for mid-April and consider Memmingen (FMM) only if the saving clearly outweighs the longer ground transfer.
Visa
EU/EEA citizens can usually enter freely. Other nationals may need a Schengen visa (Schengen Visa (business), Airport Transit Visa, ETIAS, Digital registration of entry into the Schengen area (EES)) for short business visits. Confirm requirements on the official migration site.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Business visa information for entering Germany published by the German missions in the United States Applicable to certain nationalities transiting German/Schengen airports
Hotels
Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.
Areas to stay
Messe München / Munich east — e.g. Garner Hotel Munich - Messe by IHG, Hilton Garden Inn Munich Messe · Messestadt / Riem (walkable to Messe München) — e.g. ibis budget München Ost Messe, McDreams Hotel München-Messe · Munich city centre (Altstadt/Maxvorstadt) or Messe München upscale — e.g. Novotel München Messe
budget
EUR 75-115/night
mid range
EUR 140-220/night
premium
EUR 260-400/night
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Munich Airport (MUC): Approx. 35-50 min by car outside peak hours; confirm live traffic; Memmingen Airport (FMM): Approx. 1 hr 30 min by road to the fairgrounds; coach transfer to Munich city centre takes a similar time; Nuremberg Airport (NUE): Approx. 1 hr 45 min by road; roughly 1 hr by ICE train to Munich Hauptbahnhof plus a city transfer. Allow road or rail time to Trade Fair Center Messe München; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Trade Fair Center Messe München: Messestadt / Riem (walkable to Messe München) — e.g. ibis budget München Ost Messe, McDreams Hotel München-Messe: Messestadt / Riem (walkable to Messe München) — e.g. ibis budget München Ost Messe, McDreams Hotel München-Messe; Messe München / Munich east — e.g. Garner Hotel Munich - Messe by IHG, Hilton Garden Inn Munich Messe: Messe München / Munich east — e.g. Garner Hotel Munich - Messe by IHG, Hilton Garden Inn Munich Messe; Munich city
Ride-hail: Uber, FREE NOW and Bolt are the main ride-hailing options in Munich, alongside the traditional taxi ranks that operate at Munich Airport and around the Messe Munchen entrances. Set up the app and a payment method before you arrive, and expect longer waits and surge pricing during peak show hours (early morning and late afternoon). For short hops between Riem district hotels and the fairgrounds, the U2 is usually faster than a car during show week.
Public transit: Munich's MVV network covers U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram and bus, and it is the default way to reach Messe Munchen. U2 runs directly to Messestadt West and Messestadt Ost at the fairgrounds, while S-Bahn lines S1 and S8 connect Munich Airport with the city centre, where you change to the U2. Tickets are zone-based, with single, day and multi-day options; short-stay visitors often buy an inner-zone day ticket, and trade-fair travel offers sometimes appear on the organiser site. Approximate inner-zone singles run a few euros and airport journeys cost more because of the extended zone - confirm current MVV prices and any DMEA travel offer before you buy.
Parking: Messe Munchen operates paid multi-storey and surface parking around the Riem fairgrounds, with separate areas serving the west and east halls and signed walking routes to the entrances. Parking fills early on major trade-fair days, so arrive before the first sessions if you are driving, and keep a contactless card or cash ready for the exit barrier. Current rates, opening times and any pre-booking option are published by the venue - confirm them on the Messe Munchen or DMEA site before travel.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: Mid-April 2027 (spring) - DMEA runs 13-15 April 2027 in Munich.
Temperature: Climatological band for mid-April in Munich: overnight lows of roughly 2-6 C and daytime highs of roughly 12-16 C. These are seasonal approximations, not a forecast - check the actual forecast in the week before travel.
Seasonality: April is a changeable month in Munich, with a mix of bright spring days, showers and occasional late cold snaps; roughly 8-12 days of measurable precipitation are typical across the month, and wet snow is still possible early in April. Expect cool mornings, milder afternoons and the chance of rain on any show day - confirm the forecast before you pack.
Packing: Pack for layered spring weather: a light waterproof outer layer, a compact umbrella, and a warm mid-layer for cool mornings and air-conditioned halls. Bring comfortable closed shoes for long days on the Messe Munchen floor, a small bag that clears venue security easily, and a power bank for phones used for tickets, the schedule and lead capture. Add sunglasses for bright spells and a spare pair of shoes if rain is forecast.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at DMEA - Healthcare IT usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Networking spots
2DMEA - Healthcare IT registration concourse
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€150.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€300.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visitor_ticket
visitor · General admission
EUR 259 / per person
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| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | EUR 259 / per person | unknown |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether DMEA - Healthcare IT 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.
Min. budget
Not yet confirmed
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- DMEA
- The healthcare IT event held in Munich at Messe München; the 2027 edition runs 13-15 April 2027.
- Messe München
- The trade fair centre in Munich hosting DMEA - Healthcare IT, including the Trade Fair Center Messe München venue.
- Electronic health records (EHR)
- Digital patient record systems; a product category represented at DMEA alongside patient management systems.
- Telemedicine
- Remote clinical services delivered via software platforms; a product category represented at DMEA.
- Schengen visa
- Short-stay visa allowing travel within the Schengen area for visits including business; needed by some travellers to attend DMEA in Germany.
- ETIAS
- European Travel Information and Authorisation System; entry guidance published by the German missions for travellers to Germany.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- DMEA 2027
- DMEA Healthcare IT
- DMEA Munich
- DMEA Munich 2027
- Digital Health Munich 2027
- digital health expo Germany
- telemedicine solutions expo Munich
- electronic health records expo
- clinical workflow software expo
- patient engagement technology expo
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