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Event overview
Overview
The Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium (IROS) is a premier event for professionals in the field of interventional radiology. Scheduled for January 14, 2027, at Salzburg Congress, this symposium will feature a variety of sessions, including hands-on workshops and presentations from leading experts.
It serves as a platform for sharing knowledge, discussing new technologies, and networking with peers in the medical community. Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium takes place in.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium takes place on January 14, 2027, at Salzburg Congress, Austria.
- 2Scale and Focus: This symposium is a key event for interventional radiologists, showcasing the latest advancements in the field.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by DeGIR, ÖGIR, and SSVIR, with more details available on their official website.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include interventional radiologists, medical students, and healthcare professionals interested in minimally invasive techniques.
- 5Entry: Registration is now open with early bird discounts available until November 19, 2026.
Why visit
For interventional radiologists who spend their week in an angio suite, the January 2027 congress at Salzburg Congress is a compact, technique-first meeting rather than a broad radiology fair. Attendees include interventional radiologists, medical students, and healthcare professionals interested in minimally invasive techniques.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their latest products and technologies to a targeted audience of healthcare professionals. This is an excellent opportunity to increase brand visibility and engage with potential clients in the interventional radiology sector. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Medical device manufacturers specializing in interventional tools, Companies providing imaging technology for radiology, Suppliers of minimally invasive surgical.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Consultant and attending interventional radiologists working in angiography and hybrid suites
IR fellows and radiology residents choosing a subspecialty track
Neuroradiologists and vascular surgeons who perform endovascular and hybrid procedures
Oncology-focused interventionists handling TACE, ablation and port/access work
Radiographers (MTRA) and IR nurses responsible for angio-suite workflow and radiation protection
Hospital procurement, medical physics and device-evaluation staff comparing IR equipment
Clinical researchers and trial coordinators in minimally invasive image-guided therapy
DeGIR, ÖGIR and SSVIR members using the congress for structured continuing education
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Catheter and guidewire manufacturers covering diagnostic, microcatheter and support platforms
Embolisation specialists supplying coils, microspheres, liquid embolics and embolic protection
Ablation system vendors for radiofrequency, microwave and irreversible electroporation
Stent, stent-graft and balloon catheter suppliers for peripheral and visceral intervention
Angiography and hybrid-suite imaging OEMs, including C-arm, detector and post-processing lines
Contrast injector, dose-management software and radiation protection suppliers
Vascular access, closure device and port system manufacturers
Distributors and service partners covering the German, Austrian and Swiss hospital market
Simulation, phantom and hands-on training providers for IR skills development
Clinical research organisations and specialised medical publishers serving interventional radiology
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Microcatheters, diagnostic catheters, guidewires and access sets
Embolic agents: coils, microspheres, liquid embolics, particles and embolic protection devices
Ablation platforms and needles: radiofrequency, microwave, cryo and irreversible electroporation
Stents, stent grafts and balloon catheters for peripheral, visceral and venous intervention
Thrombectomy, thrombolysis and mechanical clot-removal systems
Angiography C-arms, hybrid operating suites, intravascular imaging and post-processing software
Contrast media injectors, dose monitoring (DAP) tools and radiation protection equipment
Ports, central venous access and vascular closure devices
TIPS and portal hypertension intervention kits, drainage and biopsy systems
Phantoms, simulators and hands-on training models for image-guided procedures
Location & Facilities
Venue
Salzburg Congress
Auerspergstraße 6, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
Facilities
Parking
Salzburg Congress in Salzburg typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Salzburg Congress in Salzburg typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Salzburg Congress for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
General admission
Congress registration until November 19, 2026
740General admission
Congress registration from November 20, 2026
850General admission
Discounted rate for DeGIR, ÖGIR, or SSVIR members until November 19, 2026
470General admission
Discounted rate for DeGIR, ÖGIR, or SSVIR members from November 20, 2026
580
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Salzburg, Austria
Why it matters
On 2027-01-14 to 2027-01-14, Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium in Salzburg covering Interventional radiology devices and tools, Imaging technologies for diagnosis and treatment, Minimally invasive surgica gives medical buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Salzburg Airport W. A. Mozart
The closest airport, with taxi and city bus connections into the centre; allow roughly 15-20 minutes by road depending on traffic. Confirm current bus lines and fares locally
About 4 km from Salzburg Congress
to venue
TBA
by car
Munich Airport
The main long-haul gateway for the region; rail connections from Munich to Salzburg run frequently, then a short bus or taxi ride to the congress centre. Allow generous connection time in winter
Roughly 2 hours by rail to Salzburg Hauptbahnhof
to venue
TBA
by car
Vienna International Airport
Useful for intercontinental arrivals; direct Railjet services connect Vienna Airport and Salzburg, with the venue a short onward transfer from the station
Roughly 2.5-3 hours by rail to Salzburg Hauptbahnhof
to venue
TBA
by car
Innsbruck Airport
A smaller alpine option for travellers from western Austria and Switzerland; rail links to Salzburg are scenic but slower - check winter timetables
Roughly 2 hours by rail via Wörgl or Salzburg connections
to venue
TBA
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
The Cloud One Hotel Salzburg
5-star
Salzburg Congress vicinity50 m from Salzburg Congress to venueUSD 230–265 / night
Breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), air conditioning, pet-friendly, bar, restaurant, room service
Sheraton Grand Salzburg
5-star
Salzburg Congress vicinity60 m from Salzburg Congress to venueUSD 230–265 / night
Free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), air conditioning, pet-friendly, fitness center, breakfast, bar, restaurant
Holiday Inn Salzburg City by IHG
midscale
Salzburg Congress vicinity970 m from Salzburg Congress to venueUSD 150–190 / night
Listed about 24% below its usual rate at time of capture
Breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), air conditioning, pet-friendly, fitness center, bar, room service, full-service laundry
arte Hotel Salzburg
4-star
Salzburg Congress vicinityUSD 150–190 / night
Listed about 33% below its usual rate at time of capture; guest rating 4.3
Breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), air conditioning, pet-friendly, fitness center, spa, restaurant
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Bus / Obus
Estimated costEUR 2-5 single metro journey (contactless)
Best forSalzburg city bus and Obus network serving the congress centre
Salzburg public transport is operated by Albus and coordinated by Salzburger Verkehrsverbund
S-Bahn
Estimated costEUR 10-22 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forSalzburg S-Bahn suburban rail within the city and Land Salzburg
S-Bahn network details published by salzburg.info
Airport transfer
Estimated costApprox. EUR taxi/rideshare from SZG to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forSalzburg Airport (SZG) to Salzburg Congress
Transfer options documented by fromto.travel and Rome2rio
Weather
Salzburg in January is mid-winter (climatological averages, not a forecast): daytime highs typically 2-4°C, overnight lows around -6 to -4°C, frequent overcast days and a realistic chance of snow, sleet or freezing rain. Pavements, steps and tram platforms can be icy, so pack waterproof footwear with grip and allow extra time for walking between hotels and Salzburg Congress. Daylight is short, with sunset before 17:00 for much of the month. Check the local forecast in the week before travel and confirm conditions with your hotel if you plan any alpine day trips.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Austria.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language on the ground
Salzburg runs in German: signage, menus, bus announcements and most local services are German-first. English is widely understood in hotels and at the congress venue, but a few phrases help when buying tickets or asking directions. Check the session language in the programme rather than assuming.
Sunday closures
Most shops and supermarkets in Salzburg are closed on Sundays, and opening hours on Saturday afternoons are shorter than in many other European cities. Buy any supplies, adapters or pharmacy items before the weekend, or use the main station's Sunday services.
Cash, cards and tipping
Cards are accepted in hotels, restaurants and larger shops, but some cafes, market stalls and taxi drivers prefer cash, so keep a small float in euros. Tipping is usually done by rounding up or adding around 5-10 per cent and telling the server the total as you pay.
Winter walking conditions
The old town's pavements and the approaches to the congress centre can be icy in January. Wear footwear with real grip, use handrails on steps and allow extra walking time between hotels and sessions rather than cutting it fine.
Local tempo and etiquette
Punctuality matters: sessions and train connections are expected to start on time. Keep voices low in hotel corridors and on public transport, greet shop and restaurant staff when entering, and expect service to be courteous but unhurried at peak dining times.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Fares captured on Google Flights for 14 Jan 2027 were not finalised at scrape time; the results page showed "Fetching results" with itineraries only. Recheck live prices before booking. Salzburg SZG has limited long-haul service, so most intercontinental itineraries connect through Frankfurt, Amsterdam, London or Istanbul.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Salzburg Airport W. A. Mozart: The closest airport, with taxi and city bus connections into the centre; allow roughly 15-20 minutes by road depending on traffic. Confirm current bus lines and fares locally; Munich Airport: The main long-haul gateway for the region; rail connections from Munich to Salzburg run frequently, then a short bus or taxi ride to the congress centre. Allow generous connection time in winter; Vienna International Airport: Useful for intercontinental arriv
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Salzburg Congress: Salzburg Congress vicinity: The Cloud One Hotel Salzburg; Salzburg Congress vicinity: Sheraton Grand Salzburg; Salzburg Congress vicinity: Holiday Inn Salzburg City by IHG.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Salzburg; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Salzburg Congress sits in the city centre and is served by Salzburg's bus and Obus network (Albus) and the S-Bahn. Route and fare information is published by Salzburger Verkehrsverbund and salzburg.info; check current schedules before travelling.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Salzburg Congress; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: January 2027
Temperature: Approx. -6°C to 4°C in January (daytime highs usually 2-4°C, overnight lows around -6 to -4°C). These are climatological averages for Salzburg, not a forecast - check the local forecast before packing.
Seasonality: Mid-winter in Salzburg: frequent overcast and damp days with rain, sleet or snow, and occasional snow cover that lingers on pavements and steps. Daylight is short, with sunset before 17:00 for much of January, so plan evening transfers with that in mind and build a buffer into arrival days in case of winter travel delays.
Packing: Approx. -6°C to 4°C in January (daytime highs usually 2-4°C, overnight lows around -6 to -4°C). These are climatological averages for Salzburg, not a forecast - check the local forecast before packing. Mid-winter in Salzburg: frequent overcast and damp days with rain, sleet or snow, and occasional s
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm your registration tier
T-2
Lock travel dates around the two congress days
T-3
Recheck the venue and session timetable
T-4
Reserve a hotel within walking distance
T-5
Plan the airport or station transfer
T-6
Prepare your winter kit
T-7
List the vendors you want to visit
T-8
Sort out continuing education paperwork
T-9
Check your passport and entry documents
T-10
Arrange department cover and handover
T-11
Set up offline access and payments
T-12
Prepare questions for the case discussions
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Salzburg Congress
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium registration concourse
Salzburg Congress
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Salzburg Congress
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General admission
EUR 740 / per person
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| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | EUR 740 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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For Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Interventional radiology devices and tools and Imaging technologies for diagnosi solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium in Salzburg.
Min. budget
$1,479.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Interventional radiology devices and tools and Imaging technologies for diagnosi products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$6,655.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Salzburg show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When and where is the 2027 interventional radiology congress in Salzburg?
The 2027 edition is scheduled for mid-January 2027 at Salzburg Congress in Salzburg, Austria. The congress venue sits in the city centre, within walking distance of the main hotel cluster and a short transfer from Salzburg Airport. Confirm the final day-by-day dates and start times on the organiser site irosonline.org before booking travel.
How much does registration cost?
Organiser-published congress registration is EUR 740 until 19 November 2026 and EUR 850 from 20 November 2026. Members of DeGIR, ÖGIR or SSVIR pay the reduced rate of EUR 470 until 19 November 2026 and EUR 580 from 20 November 2026. Book before the November cut-off to stay on the lower tier and check irosonline.org for the current rates and any day-ticket options.
Do I need to be a DeGIR, ÖGIR or SSVIR member to attend?
No. The congress is open to all interventional radiologists, fellows, radiographers and related professionals. Membership of DeGIR, ÖGIR or SSVIR only unlocks the reduced registration tier, so non-members register at the standard rate of EUR 740 or EUR 850 depending on the date.
Which procedures and topics does the programme cover?
The scientific content is built around everyday image-guided practice: embolisation and oncologic intervention including TACE, thermal and irreversible electroporation ablation, TIPS and portal hypertension, thrombectomy and acute limb ischaemia, vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty, vascular access and port implantation, plus dose management and complication handling. Check irosonline.org for the confirmed topic tracks and session timetable.
How do I get from Salzburg Airport to Salzburg Congress?
Salzburg Airport (SZG) is roughly 4 km from the congress centre. Taxis and ride-hailing cover the trip in around 15-20 minutes in normal traffic, and city bus/Obus services link the airport corridor with the centre; fares are a few euros. Travellers arriving via Munich or Vienna can continue by rail to Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, which is a short bus, tram or taxi ride from the venue. Confirm current routes and fares locally before travelling.
Where should I stay near the venue?
The densest hotel cluster is immediately around Salzburg Congress: The Cloud One Hotel Salzburg and Sheraton Grand Salzburg are both within about 60 m, while arte Hotel Salzburg and Holiday Inn Salzburg City by IHG sit within roughly 1 km. Mid-January is low season in Salzburg, so rates are typically below peak, but book early because the congress block is small. Rates quoted anywhere are approximate - confirm on the hotel's own site.
What is the weather like in Salzburg in January?
January is mid-winter: daytime highs usually sit around 2-4°C and overnight lows around -6 to -4°C, with overcast spells, rain turning to sleet or snow, and occasional snow cover on pavements and steps. Bring a warm coat, waterproof shoes with grip and allow extra time for transfers. These are climatological averages - check the forecast in the week before travel.
Do I need a visa to attend in Austria?
Austria is in the Schengen area. EU/EEA and Swiss nationals travel on a national ID card; many other nationalities, including UK and US passport holders, can enter for short business trips without a visa under Schengen 90/180-day rules, but conditions depend on nationality. Confirm your own case with an official Austrian embassy or consulate source, and ask the organiser early if you need an invitation letter for a visa application.
Is there an industry exhibition alongside the scientific programme?
Yes - device, imaging and service suppliers exhibit alongside the sessions, covering catheters and guidewires, embolics, ablation platforms, stents, angiography systems, contrast injectors and dose-management tools. Exhibition opening hours and the exhibitor list are published on irosonline.org; build your vendor meetings around the session blocks rather than the coffee breaks alone.
Will attendance count towards continuing medical education?
CME accreditation details, including the credit body and the number of points awarded for the 2027 edition, are published by the organiser; check the accreditation note on irosonline.org and keep your attendance confirmation, since German, Austrian and Swiss societies handle recognition differently.
Glossary
- Interventional radiology (IR)
- Image-guided, minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment performed through needle punctures or small vessel access, typically in an angiography or hybrid suite, instead of open surgery.
- Angiography suite / hybrid suite
- A fluoroscopy-equipped procedure room built around a C-arm or fixed angiography system; hybrid versions add surgical and anaesthesia capability so combined endovascular and open steps can be done in one session.
- Embolisation
- Deliberate occlusion of a vessel using coils, particles, microspheres, liquid embolics or balloons - used to stop bleeding, devascularise tumours or treat vascular malformations.
- TACE
- Transarterial chemoembolisation: chemotherapy or drug-eluting beads delivered selectively into a tumour-feeding artery, followed by vessel occlusion, most often in hepatocellular carcinoma.
- TIPS
- Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt: a stent tract created between the portal and hepatic veins to decompress portal hypertension and reduce variceal bleeding or ascites.
- Thermal ablation
- Tumour destruction by heat or cold delivered through a percutaneous needle - radiofrequency (RFA), microwave (MWA), cryoablation or irreversible electroporation (IRE) - guided by ultrasound, CT or MRI.
- Thrombectomy
- Mechanical removal of thrombus from an artery or vein using aspiration catheters, stent retrievers or rotational devices, used in acute limb ischaemia, DVT and stroke pathways.
- Vertebroplasty / kyphoplasty
- Percutaneous injection of bone cement into a fractured vertebral body, with balloon expansion in kyphoplasty, to stabilise the fracture and reduce pain.
- Dose-area product (DAP)
- A fluoroscopy dose metric combining radiation intensity and irradiated field area; recorded per procedure to track patient dose and support dose-optimisation programmes.
- Vascular closure device
- An implant or suture-based system that seals the arterial puncture site after catheter intervention, shortening bed rest and time to ambulation compared with manual compression.
- Microcatheter
- A small-lumen, highly trackable catheter delivered over a microwire for selective or superselective navigation into distal visceral and tumour-feeding vessels.
- DeGIR / ÖGIR / SSVIR
- The German, Austrian and Swiss societies for interventional radiology; their members qualify for the reduced congress registration tier (EUR 470 until 19 November 2026, EUR 580 afterwards).
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Interventional Radiology Symposium
- IROS 2027
- Salzburg medical events
- radiology conferences Austria
- Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium 2027
- Interventional Radiology Olbert Symposium Salzburg 2027
- Salzburg Austria
- Medical Conference Salzburg 2027
- Interventional radiology devices and tools
- Imaging technologies for diagnosis and treatment
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