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    MEDICA Trade Fair for Medical Technology & Healthcare 2026

    MEDICA 2026 is the world's leading international trade fair for medical technology and healthcare, taking place from 16 to 19 November 2026 at Messe Düsseldorf, Germany

    Medical TechnologyHealthcareMedTech

    Dates

    16–19 Nov 2026

    City / country

    Düsseldorf, Germany

    Venue

    Messe Düsseldorf

    Time

    16–19 November 2026: Monday–Wednesday 10:00 AM.–6:00 PM · Thursday 10:00 AM.–4:00 PM · (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Visit/What_to_expect/Reasons_to_attend_1, https://www.medica.de/de/Besuchen/Vorbereitung/%C3%96ffnungszeiten)

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    Event overview

    Overview

    MEDICA 2026, organised by Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, is the central global platform for the healthcare industry. The event runs from 16 to 19 November 2026 at Messe Düsseldorf under the motto 'Meet Health. Future. People.'

    The 2026 edition marks a systematic development with a completely revised thematic structure, redesigned exhibition areas, innovative programme formats, and expanded networking opportunities (https://www. medica. de/). The new structure comprises five main exhibition areas: Clinical Diagnostics & Therapeutic Technologies; Digital Medicine, Data & Artificial Intelligence; Integrated Care, Rehabilitation & Homecare; Healthcare Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Quality; and Healthcare Systems, Education & Global Health (https://www.

    medica-tradefair. com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases/MEDICA_and_COMPAMED_launch_exhibitor_registration_for_2026_with_new_theme_structure)

    TL;DR

    1. 1MEDICA 2026 takes place 16–19 November 2026 at Messe Düsseldorf, Germany (
    2. 2The 2026 edition features a completely new thematic structure with five main exhibition areas
    3. 3The new Healthcare Transformation Campus in Hall 12 includes the MEDICA Hospital of the
    4. 4In 2025, MEDICA welcomed 80,000 visitors from 165 countries and 4,821 exhibitors from 70
    5. 5Forums are free for trade fair visitors; some conferences require an additional ticket (

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Top and middle management (71% of visitors) including C-level executives and hospital management (2025 data) (
    Professionals from trade and purchasing cooperatives (30%), industry and manufacturing (18%), hospitals, care facilities and practices (14%), and laboratories/research (4%) (2025 data) (
    International audience: 76% of visitors from outside Germany, with 65% from Europe and 35% from outside Europe (2025 data) (
    Visitors interested in imaging and diagnostics/medical equipment (80%), consumables (31%), laboratory equipment/diagnostics (27%), IT systems (14%), and physiotherapy/orthopaedic technology (13%) (2025 data) (

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers, traders, and service providers in medical technology, including imaging, laboratory technology, medical devices, and clinical equipment (
    Companies in digital medicine, data and artificial intelligence, including hospital IT, wearables, telemedicine, AI, cybersecurity, and data platforms (
    Providers of integrated care, rehabilitation, and homecare solutions, including homecare, consumables, and infection control (
    Suppliers in healthcare infrastructure, manufacturing, and quality, including regulation and market access (
    Organisations in healthcare systems, education, and global health, including training, simulation, and healthcare services (
    COMPAMED exhibitors in manufacturing, components, materials, compliance, and software for the medical technology supply sector (

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Clinical Diagnostics & Therapeutic Technologies
    Digital Medicine, Data & Artificial Intelligence
    Integrated Care, Rehabilitation & Homecare
    Healthcare Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Quality
    Healthcare Systems, Education & Global Health

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Open in Google Maps

    Halls & areas

    7
    Hall 1Halls 3-7.0Hall 7aHall 7.1Halls 10-12Halls 15-17Fairground (outdoor Area)

    Messe Düsseldorf

    Stockumer Kirchstraße 61, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

    Entrances & gates

    North A

    Lower level entrance (downstairs)

    North B

    Upper level entrance (1st floor)

    North D

    CCD South Congress Center

    East

    Served by U80 light rail stop Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße

    South

    Premium Ticket holders receive exclusive early entry one hour before the fair opens via the South Entrance

    Facilities

    Parking

    Parking permits for MEDICA 2026 can be purchased in advance through the GOLDBECK Parking Services ticket shop: pre-booking costs EUR 10.00, on-site purchase costs EUR 12.00 (cashless payment only on site). Car parks P1/P2 serve passenger cars; P6 (Messe/CCD area) charges approximately EUR 1.90 per hour with a daily maximum of about EUR 13.00 and is open 24 hours with barrier-free spaces available. Bus and coach parking is on P1/P2 at EUR 20.00 incl. VAT per parking operation per day. (https://messe-parken-duesseldorf.de, https://www.mobypark.com)

    €13.00/day

    Accessibility

    Messe Düsseldorf is a fully accessible venue. All halls have ground-level access, and each hall has sanitary facilities for the disabled. There are also restaurants and bistros with ground-level access. Wheelchair rentals (standard free of charge, electric wheelchairs EUR 20.00) are available at the first aid station in the North Entrance; ask a staff member or use the hall telephones located next to each entrance. Reserved disabled parking spaces are available. (https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com, https://shop-messe-duesseldorf-de.translate.goog)

    Prayer rooms

    A prayer room/chapel is available in Hall 7. (https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com)

    Cloakroom

    Cloakrooms are available at the entrances on the exhibition grounds. During the entire trade fair period, you can store clothing and luggage from 1.5 hours before the official opening until one hour after the fair closes. A separate luggage checkroom is available on site, and you can leave suitcases or travel bags free of charge. (https://www.beauty.de, https://logisticssummit.net)

    Luggage storage

    A separate luggage checkroom is available on site. You can leave your jacket and items of luggage such as suitcases or travel bags there free of charge. (https://logisticssummit.net)

    Charging points

    Electric vehicle charging stations are available on the exhibition grounds. There is 1 charging station (2 IEC Type 2 chargers, AC max. 11 kW) with payment by card machine via VPay, Maestro or credit card. Additionally, 3 Schuko charging sockets of 16 Ampere each are available, with the charging fee included in the parking fee. (https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com)

    On-site shuttle

    Free shuttle buses run from the visitor parking lots to the south area of the exhibition grounds. Additionally, during many trade fairs, Rheinbahn provides an additional airport shuttle bus (line 896) from the airport (departure: bus platform arrival level) to the exhibition grounds. (https://www.dokomi.de, https://www.therapiemesse-duesseldorf.de)

    Food options

    On-site dining, Belle Etoile im Lindner Congress Hotel Düsseldorf, Roku – Japanese Dining & Wine, Staudi's

    On-site dining

    Parking: Parking permits for MEDICA 2026 can be purchased in advance through the GOLDBECK Parking Services ticket shop: pre-booking costs EUR 10.00, on-site purchase costs EUR 12.00 (cashless payment only on site). Car parks P1/P2 serve passenger cars; P4 (Stockumer Kirchstraße) is available for accredited press free of charge. Car park P6 (Messe/CCD area) charges approximately EUR 1.90 per hour with a daily maximum of about EUR 13.00 and is open 24 hours with barrier-free spaces available. Bus and coach parking is on P1/P2 at EUR 20.00 incl. VAT per parking operation per day. All passengers in a vehicle with a parking permit must hold a valid exhibition entrance ticket. (https://messe-parken-duesseldorf.de, https://shop.messe-duesseldorf.de, https://www.medica.de/de/Presseservices, https://standbau.messe-duesseldorf.de)

    Gate: Official entrances for MEDICA 2026 are North A (downstairs), North B (upstairs 1st floor), North D, CCD South Congress Center, East, and South. Premium Ticket holders receive exclusive early entry one hour before the fair opens via the South Entrance. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Exhibit/Information/At_a_glance, https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Visit/What_to_expect/Tickets_vouchers)

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Trade-only

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    16–19 November 2026: Monday–Wednesday10:00 AM.–6:00 PM
    Thursday10:00 AM.–4:00 PM
    Event days(https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Visit/What_to_expect/Reasons_to_attend_1, https://www.medica.de/de/Besuchen/Vorbereitung/%C3%96ffnungszeiten)

    • Day ticket (online)

      Online sale only (

      €50.00

    • 4-day ticket (online)

      Valid for the full event; online sale only (

      €150.00

    • 4-day VIP ticket (online)

      Includes all conferences during the event, masterclasses, the new VIP lounge in Hall 1, and priority entry one hour before general opening via the South entrance (

      €799.00

    • Conference-only ticket (online)

      Starting price; e.g. International Sports Pharmacy Symposium, MEDICA MEDICINE + SPORTS CONFERENCE, Wearable Technologies Conference (

      €129.00
    Register

    Ticket info

    Badge collection

    Tickets are issued as eTickets sent to the registered email address showing the registered company name and personal name; visitors print the eTicket or store it on a device and present the QR code for direct access without waiting at the ticket counter (https://compamed.messe-dus.co.jp/visitors/tickets-catalogue, https://www.medica.de/de/Besuchen/Vorbereitung/Tickets_Gutscheine)

    Ticket notes

    MEDICA is a B2B trade fair for medical professionals. Online tickets are cheaper than on-site tickets and provide direct access without waiting time. Vouchers can be redeemed online in the ticket shop. The Premium Ticket includes access to MEDICA & COMPAMED throughout the event, admission to the Wearable Technologies Conference Europe, the MEDICA MEDICINE + SPORTS CONFERENCE, the International Sports Pharmacy Symposium (ISPS), exclusive masterclasses (Hall 1, 1st floor), the Premium VIP room (Hall 1, 1st floor), exclusive early entry one hour before the fair opens via the South entrance, and access to the Deutscher Krankenhaustag (https://www.medica.de/de/Besuchen/Vorbereitung/Tickets_Gutscheine). A Düsseldorf public transport ticket is not included in the admission ticket and must be purchased separately (https://shop.messe-duesseldorf.de/)

    Build-up & tear-down

    Setup startsNov 16, 2026
    Setup endsNov 19, 2026
    Teardown startsNov 16, 2026
    Teardown endsNov 19, 2026

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Messe Düsseldorf GmbH

    Organiser and venue operator of MEDICA and COMPAMED

    Website

    German Health Alliance (GHA)

    Co-organiser of the 1st German Health Resilience Conference at MEDICA 2026; joint stand in Hall 10

    Website

    SPECTARIS

    Co-organiser and supporter of the 1st German Health Resilience Conference and GHA joint stand

    Website

    Wearable Technologies AG

    Organiser of the WT | Wearable Technologies Conference Europe and Pavilion at MEDICA 2026

    Website

    Navispace GmbH

    Organiser of the MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM and MEDICA MEDICINE + SPORTS CONFERENCE

    Website

    GDK (German Hospital Federation)

    Organiser of the Deutscher Krankenhaustag (German Hospital Day) at MEDICA 2026

    Website

    Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)

    Organiser of the MEDICA Healthcare Brokerage Event 2026

    Website

    Carmen Berger

    Director MEDICA & COMPAMED, Messe Düsseldorf GmbH

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    Christian Bigge

    Senior Project Manager Laboratory & Laboratory Diagnostics, COMPAMED Health Tech; Exhibitor Support Halls 1, 3

    EmailCallWebsite

    Dr. Claudio Bucchi

    Senior Project Manager Digital Health, Innovation & Start-ups, Healthcare Transformation Campus, HOSPITAL OF THE FUTURE, START-UP PARK, Forums; Exhibitor Support Halls 12 & 13

    EmailCallWebsite

    Sebastian Helwig

    Senior Project Manager Healthcare Delivery & Clinical Excellence; Exhibitor Support Halls 9-11

    EmailCallWebsite

    Viktoria Marx

    Senior Project Manager Home Care, Consumables & Hygiene, Sports, Prevention & Rehabilitation, SPORTS HUB, MEDICINE + SPORTS CONFERENCE; Exhibitor Support Halls 4-6, 7a, 7.0

    EmailCallWebsite

    Elena Walter

    Project Manager Country Pavilions, Digital Health, Innovation & Start-ups, MEDICA START-UP PARK; Exhibitor Support Halls 14-17, Joint Stands

    EmailCallWebsite

    Alina Schröder

    Junior Project Manager

    EmailCallWebsite

    Lena Weidemann

    Junior Project Manager Country Pavilions

    EmailCallWebsite

    Martin Koch

    Senior Manager MarCom – Press & PR, Messe Düsseldorf GmbH

    EmailCallWebsite

    Apostolos Hatzigiannidis

    Manager MarCom – Operational Services, Messe Düsseldorf GmbH

    EmailCallWebsite

    Luisa Harnau

    Junior Manager MarCom – Operational Services, Messe Düsseldorf GmbH

    EmailCallWebsite

    MEDICA Trade Fair Team – General Enquiries

    General contact for exhibitor and visitor enquiries

    EmailCallWebsite

    MEDICA Exhibitor Support – Collective Mailbox

    Central email processing for exhibitor enquiries

    EmailWebsite

    MEDICA Service Hotline

    Service and support hotline

    CallWebsite

    What's on

    Programme

    5

    Lecture

    1

    Panel Discussion

    TBA

    Event days

    11:35–16:00

    Typical time

    Official agenda
    This agenda is still being finalised. Check the official agenda for the latest sessions.

    Speakers

    FA

    Flo Akinbiyi

    International Presenter, TEDx Speaker and Communication Coach

    Host of the MEDICA Main Stage

    PD

    Prof. Dr. David Matusiewicz

    Professor of Healthcare Management and Dean of Health & Social Care @ FOM University of Applied Sciences; Director of the ifgs Research Institute

    Host of the MEDICA Digital Health Stage; Artificial Intelligence in healthcare

    PD

    Prof. Dr. Leif Erik Sander

    Charité

    Panel on resilient health systems

    DS

    Dr. Shachar Shapira

    Sheba Medical Center

    Panel on resilient health systems

    DT

    Dr. Thomas Frandsen

    Rigshospitalet – Copenhagen University Hospital

    Panel on resilient health systems

    PU

    Prof. Uwe Nixdorff

    European Prevention Center

    Discussion on the future of precision medicine

    PM

    Prof. Mathias Goyen

    Medical Director @ GE HealthCare

    Discussion on the future of precision medicine

    DM

    Dr. Matthias Maurer

    ESA Astronaut @ European Space Agency (ESA)

    Opening Keynote on mental and physical challenges of spaceflight

    11:35 – 12:15

    Panel Discussion ROBOTICS Enhancing healthcare with intelligent automation

    Panel Discussion
    MEDICA INNOVATION FORUMHall 11
    11:45 – 11:55

    From clinical bottleneck to diagnostic capacity Robotics and AI in rheumatology

    Lecture
    MEDICA INNOVATION FORUMHall 17 B22 & B45
    11:50 – 12:15

    The Rise of AI in Healthcare

    Lecture
    MEDICA INNOVATION FORUMHall 12 E36
    14:00 – 14:05

    HOSPITAL @HOME – Delivering hospital level care at home from diagnostics to regeneration

    Lecture
    MEDICA INNOVATION FORUMHall 11 J09
    14:05 – 14:25

    Drones and Robots in Laboratory Logistics: General Capabilities, User Demands, and Quality Standards

    Lecture
    MEDICA INNOVATION FORUMHall 1 G37
    15:00 – 16:00

    Faster Than the Ambulance: App-Based First Responders in Cardiac Arrest

    Lecture
    MEDICA INNOVATION FORUMHall 11 A06

    Topic tracks

    Clinical Diagnostics & Therapeutic TechnologiesDigital Medicine, Data & Artificial IntelligenceIntegrated Care, Rehabilitation & HomecareHealthcare Infrastructure, Manufacturing & QualityHealthcare Systems, Education & Global Health

    Co-located events

    COMPAMED 2026

    Separate ticket

    Wearable Technologies Conference Europe

    Separate ticket

    1st German Health Resilience Conference (GHRC)

    Separate ticket

    Co-located seminars

    14th MEDICA MEDICINE + SPORTS CONFERENCE

    Paid

    MEDICA SPORTS HUB

    Paid

    13th MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM

    Paid

    MEDICA Start-up Competition & Start-up Stage

    Paid

    Government supporters

    German Health Alliance (GHA)

    Co-organiser of the 1st German Health Resilience Conference; joint stand in Hall 10 with SPECTARIS and member companies

    SPECTARIS – German Industry Association for Optics, Photonics, Analytical and Medical Technology

    Co-organiser and supporter of the German Health Resilience Conference and GHA joint stand

    Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark

    Co-financing the Danish Pavilion at MEDICA 2026

    Welsh Government

    Supporting Welsh companies to exhibit or visit MEDICA 2026

    Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, Defence, Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade (Luxembourg)

    Organising the National Pavilion at MEDICA 2026 in collaboration with Luxembourg Trade & Invest

    Ministry of Economic Affairs, Crafts and Tourism Baden-Württemberg

    Funding the BW-UK networking evening and joint activities at MEDICA 2026

    Ministry of SMEs and Startups (South Korea)

    Supporting the Korean Pavilion at MEDICA 2026

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2026 · 78,000 visitors · 4,821 exhibitors

    No official organiser forecast for MEDICA 2026 exhibitor or visitor numbers has been published as of the research date. The figures 4,821 exhibitors and 78,000 visitors that appear on several third-party and partner pages refer to the 2025 edition (4,821 MEDICA exhibitors from 70 countries and 78,000 trade visitors from 160 countries) and are not 2026 forecasts. MEDICA 2026 exhibitor registration opened on 20 January 2026; hall allocation for registered exhibitors and thematic areas will take place at the end of June 2026. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases/MEDICA_and_COMPAMED_launch_exhibitor_registration_for_2026_with_new_theme_structure)

    Forecast — not final

    Visitors

    78,000

    Exhibitors

    5,300

    Exhibitor countries

    70

    Visitor countries

    160

    Growth over time

    Edition recap

    MEDICA 2025 took place from 17 to 20 November 2025 in Düsseldorf and was dominated by three hot topics: AI & genAI, robotics & automation, and integrated care & telemedicine. More than 5,300 exhibitors from 70 nations presented their portfolios, and 78,000 trade visitors attended, with three-quarters belonging to top management and 75% travelling from 160 countries. The event was marked by the new theme 'Meet Health. Future. People.' and served as the starting point for a process of change that will continue with innovations in 2026. The newly launched MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM drew particular attention, closely linked to the neighbouring MEDICA START-UP PARK and the Wearables Technologies Show. Svan Technologies from Austria won the 14th MEDICA START-UP COMPETITION, and Nanose Medical from Israel won the HEALTHCARE INNOVATION WORLD CUP. Record participation of over 80 start-ups in the MEDICA START-UP PARK highlighted the dynamism of the start-up scene. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Visit/What_to_expect/Review, https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases/International_decision-makers_in_the_healthcare_industry_rely_on_MEDICA_2025_and_COMPAMED_2025_in_Düsseldorf)

    New this edition

    • 1

      Five new main exhibition areas

      MEDICA 2026 introduces a completely revised thematic structure with five main exhibition areas: Clinical Diagnostics & Therapeutic Technologies; Digital Medicine, Data & Artificial Intelligence; Integrated Care, Rehabilitation & Homecare; Healthcare Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Quality; and Healthcare Systems, Education & Global Health. The restructuring is based on systematic feedback from exhibitors and visitors during MEDICA 2025

      Source
    • 2

      Healthcare Transformation Campus in Hall 12

      A new integrated campus in Hall 12 that includes the MEDICA Hospital of the Future, the MEDICA Main Stage, the Hospital Leadership Summit, the Hospital Procurement Summit, the Deutscher Krankenhaustag, the WT Conference Europe & Pavilion, and the Consulting & Transformation Hub

      Source
    • 3

      Wearable Technologies Conference Europe

      The WT | Wearable Technologies Conference Europe makes its debut at MEDICA 2026 in Hall 12, organised by Wearable Technologies AG. The conference connects technology development, clinical application, and industrial scaling, with a dedicated Pavilion for wearable technologies

      Source
    • 4

      1st German Health Resilience Conference

      The new German Health Resilience Conference addresses resilience of healthcare systems with concrete strategies for dealing with crises and stressful situations — from cyber resilience to disaster management and stable supply chains. Organised by Messe Düsseldorf in cooperation with the German Health Alliance (GHA) and with support from SPECTARIS

      Source
    • 5

      Hospital of the Future immersive experience

      The significantly expanded 'Hospital of the Future' maps the entire clinical patient workflow within a fully integrated system. Instead of a traditional trade-show booth model, visitors experience an immersive, full-scale hospital environment where innovation becomes tangible along the entire patient pathway

      Source
    • 6

      Women in Health by MEDICA

      A new programme format raising the profile of women in healthcare, featuring curated roundtables and dedicated networking opportunities

      Source
    • 7

      Hall 9 renovation and North Entrance upgrade

      Hall 9 will be completely renovated and technically re-equipped in 2026 and 2027 as part of a master plan to optimise the fairgrounds. The North Entrance is also being upgraded. New conference rooms and the new Messe Düsseldorf headquarters are scheduled for completion by mid

      Source

    Testimonials

    With numerous programmatic changes and the new theme 'Meet Health. Future. People.', we have made this year's MEDICA the starting point for a process of change that addresses the transformation of the international healthcare industry and underlines our commitment to actively shaping this change with forward-looking concepts. We will continue to pursue this path of change consistently with innovations in 2026 as well

    Marius Berlemann · Managing Director · Messe Düsseldorf · 2025

    Next edition outlook

    2026-11-16 – 2026-11-19
    confirmed

    MEDICA 2026 takes place from 16 to 19 November 2026 at Messe Düsseldorf with a completely revised thematic structure. The event is driving forward the transformation process launched in 2025 with new themes, programme formats, and targeted networking opportunities. The five new main exhibition areas are: Clinical Diagnostics & Therapeutic Technologies; Digital Medicine, Data & Artificial Intelligence; Integrated Care, Rehabilitation & Homecare; Healthcare Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Quality; and Healthcare Systems, Education & Global Health. A key new highlight is the Healthcare Transformation Campus in Hall 12, which integrates the MEDICA Hospital of the Future, MEDICA Main Stage, Hospital Leadership Summit, and other formats. The Wearable Technologies Conference Europe will make its debut at MEDICA 2026, and the 1st German Health Resilience Conference will premiere. The MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM and the Wearable Technologies Show will be assigned to the digital medicine field, while the Hospital of the Future and the MEDICA TECH FORUM will be in the clinical diagnostics & therapeutic technologies field. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases/MEDICA_and_COMPAMED_2026_From_innovation_to_implementation_–_new_topics,_formats_and_networks_for_the_healthcare_of_the_future, https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases/MEDICA_and_COMPAMED_launch_exhibitor_registration_for_2026_with_new_theme_structure)

    Five completely revised thematic exhibition areas replacing the previous structure Healthcare Transformation Campus in Hall 12 integrating multiple conference and exhibition formats Debut of the Wearable Technologies Conference Europe in Düsseldorf Premiere of the 1st German Health Resilience Conference Expanded Hospital of the Future mapping the entire clinical patient workflow Hall 9 renovation and North Entrance upgrade as part of the master plan The MEDICA MEDICINE + SPORTS CONFERENCE moving closer to the heart of the exhibition and integrating with the MEDICA SPORTS HUB

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    MEDICA 2025 demonstrated its role as the world's leading platform for medical technology and healthcare, bringing together more than 5,300 exhibitors from 70 nations and 78,000 trade visitors from 160 countries. The event was defined by three dominant hot topics: AI and generative AI, robotics and automation, and integrated care and telemedicine. A major milestone was the launch of the MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM in Hall 12, which showcased pioneering innovations at the interface with practical application. The presence of Federal Health Minister Nina Warken and EU Health Commissioner Oliver Váhelyi underscored the event's growing significance as a platform for high-level policy dialogue. International buyer delegations from the Gulf States, Africa, and the UK's National Health Service reinforced MEDICA's global reach. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases/International_decision-makers_in_the_healthcare_industry_rely_on_MEDICA_2025_and_COMPAMED_2025_in_Düsseldorf, https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Visit/What_to_expect/Review)

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    MEDICA 2025 attracted 78,000 trade visitors from 160 countries, with three-quarters belonging to the top management of their companies or organisations. The official structural data confirms that 71% of visitors held senior or middle management positions. International participation was exceptionally high, with 76% of visitors travelling from abroad—65% from Europe and 35% from outside Europe, including 22% from Asia, 9% from the Americas, 4% from Africa, and 1% from Australia. The top ten visitor countries were Germany, the Netherlands, China, Italy, Great Britain/Northern Ireland, the USA, France, India, Spain, and Belgium. High-profile buyer delegations from the Gulf States, Africa, and the UK's National Health Service reinforced the event's global reach. The overall recommendation rate was 94%. (https://www.medica.de/cgi-bin/md_medica/lib/pub/object/downloadfile.cgi/med2601_Strukturdaten_MEDCOM_2025_DE.pdf?oid=97964&lang=1&ticket=g_u_e_s_t, https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases/International_decision-makers_in_the_healthcare_industry_rely_on_MEDICA_2025_and_COMPAMED_2025_in_Düsseldorf)

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    MEDICA and COMPAMED are recognised as a guarantee for high-quality contacts, with three-quarters of the 78,000 trade visitors belonging to top management. The 2025 edition generated a recommendation rate of 94% among visitors. Exhibitor feedback from MEDICA 2025 highlights strong business outcomes: Lasermet reported that their first MEDICA appearance exceeded expectations, with a successful booth build and high visitor engagement. Huons Global's CEO stated that participation strengthened their presence in the European market and created new opportunities for global collaboration. B.Well Swiss reported dozens of high-quality business meetings, potential distribution opportunities in new regions, and invitations to collaborate on clinical and research projects. The trade fair's ability to attract decision-makers with purchasing authority—over 90% of visiting professionals have decision-making authority—directly supports exhibitor lead generation and partnership development. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases/International_decision-makers_in_the_healthcare_industry_rely_on_MEDICA_2025_and_COMPAMED_2025_in_Düsseldorf, https://www.lasermet.com, https://www.huonsglobal.com, https://bwell-swiss.ch/news/one-more-successful-event-in-2025/)

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Europe (Global)

    Why it matters

    MEDICA 2026 matters because it is the world's leading international trade fair for medical technology and healthcare, serving as the central global platform where the healthcare industry's most significant trends converge and where innovation is translated into practical application. Germany is Europe's largest medical technology market, generating approximately EUR 43 billion in revenue and holding nearly 27% of the European medtech market share, with 13,500 manufacturers employing over 265,000 people. The German hospital reform's Transformation Fund, providing up to EUR 50 billion for 2026–2035, is the primary demand driver, creating significant procurement opportunities for medical technology suppliers. For international exhibitors and buyers, MEDICA provides unmatched access to decision-makers: 75% of visitors are in top management, 75% travel from outside Germany, and more than 160 countries are represented. The event's new thematic structure, aligned with real-world clinical application scenarios, makes it easier for buyers to find relevant solutions and for exhibitors to position their expertise clearly. The introduction of the Wearable Technologies Conference Europe, the debut of the German Health Resilience Conference, and the new MEDICA Main Stage further strengthen the event's role as a community platform where the highest national and international levels of politics, healthcare, industry, and science discuss opportunities and challenges. (https://www.assocamerestero.it./notizie/med-tech-tedesco-nel primo-mercato-europeo-riforma-ospedaliera-semplificazione-medical, https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases/International_decision-makers_in_the_healthcare_industry_rely_on_MEDICA_2025_and_COMPAMED_2025_in_D%C3%BCsseldorf)

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    AI and Generative AI Reshaping Diagnostics and Clinical Decision Support

    AI and generative AI are transforming diagnostics, clinical decision support, and patient care at an accelerating pace. At MEDICA 2026, the MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM dedicates sessions to AI, big data, generative AI, and AI-supported remote monitoring. The Digital Medicine, Data & Artificial Intelligence exhibition area covers hospital IT, wearables, telemedicine, AI, cybersecurity, and data platforms. The 15th MEDICA Start-up Competition specifically seeks solutions using AI in healthcare, and the German DiGA framework—which reimburses digital health applications through statutory health insurance—has driven significant market growth, with 59 DiGAs listed as of Spring 2026 and 1.9 million prescriptions issued since launch. The global medical technology market is projected to reach USD 666.25 billion in 2026, with medical devices accounting for USD 571.72 billion. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Program/Forums_Stages/MEDICA_INNOVATION_FORUM, https://gtai.init-ag.de/en/invest/service/publications/markets-germany/digital-doctoring-2009806

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    Wearables and Remote Monitoring as Clinically Relevant Technologies

    Wearables are rapidly evolving from consumer products into clinically relevant key technologies. From digital biomarkers and smart patches to AI-supported remote monitoring, wearable systems are increasingly transforming diagnostics, prevention, and therapy. The WT | Wearable Technologies Conference Europe makes its debut at MEDICA 2026 in Hall 12, focusing on digital biomarkers, smart patches, FemTech solutions, AI-supported health analytics, continuous patient monitoring, and cybersecurity. Samsung Healthcare will demonstrate how consumer biomarkers can be translated into clinically relevant health analyses, and Verily will explore platforms for predicting diseases before the first symptoms appear. The conference reflects the shift of medical care from traditional clinical settings into patients' everyday lives. (

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    Medical Robotics and Intelligent Automation Entering Clinical Mainstream

    Medical robotics is currently experiencing strong growth rates of up to 16 percent annually over the next five years. The MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM hosts a dedicated session on 'ROBOTICS – Enhancing healthcare with intelligent automation' and a panel discussion on the same topic. Surgical robotics, rehabilitation robotics, and automated laboratory logistics are key themes. Germany's hospital reform Transformation Fund, providing up to EUR 50 billion for 2026–2035, is a primary demand driver, creating significant procurement opportunities for robotics and automation suppliers. The Start-up Competition also invites entries in the robotics category. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Program/Forums_Stages/MEDICA_INNOVATION_FORUM

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    Resilient Healthcare Systems and Cybersecurity Under Growing Pressure

    Healthcare systems face mounting pressure from pandemics, cyberattacks, extreme weather events, geopolitical conflicts, and power cuts. The 1st German Health Resilience Conference debuts at MEDICA 2026, addressing crisis response strategies, cyber resilience, disaster management, and stable supply chains. The MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM also includes dedicated sessions on resilience in action and cyber-physical security across the supply chain. Cybersecurity and regulatory requirements for connected medical technology are a key theme at the WT Conference Europe. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases?page_index=1

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    Integrated Care and Hospital-at-Home Models Gain Traction

    Hospital-at-Home and integrated care models are gaining traction as healthcare systems seek to deliver hospital-level care in home settings. The MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM hosts a session on 'HOSPITAL @HOME – Delivering hospital level care at home from diagnostics to regeneration'. The new Integrated Care, Rehabilitation & Homecare exhibition area covers homecare, consumables, and infection control. The MEDICA Hospital of the Future showcase maps the entire patient journey, from prevention to aftercare. The European medical device market is projected to reach EUR 200 billion by 2026, driven by aging populations and rising chronic disease prevalence. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Program/Forums_Stages/MEDICA_INNOVATION_FORUM

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    MDR/IVDR Transition Endgame and Regulatory Simplification

    The transition from MDD/IVDD to MDR 2017/745 and IVDR 2017/746 is nearing completion, with full enforcement by 2026 requiring all devices to be MDR/IVDR compliant. EUDAMED modules for UDI, vigilance, and clinical investigation are becoming fully functional, demanding digital transparency. The EU HTA Regulation is increasingly influencing device market entry through joint clinical assessments. At the same time, German medtech SMEs face structural margin compression due to bureaucratic burdens (80% cite this as a cost factor), MDR certification costs (65%), and personnel costs (64%). This creates opportunities for competitive foreign suppliers that can alleviate compliance processes. (https://www.brilitas.com/it/blog/viaggi-1/eu-medical-device-market-forecast regulatory-technological-and-commercial-drivers-with-brilitas-eu-211

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    Market news

    Latest updates from across the market.

    Messe Düsseldorf brings Europe's leading wearables conference to Düsseldorf

    The WT | Wearable Technologies Conference Europe will make its debut at MEDICA 2026 on 16–17 November in Hall 12. Wearables are evolving from consumer products into clinically relevant key technologies, spanning digital biomarkers, smart patches, and AI-supported remote monitoring that transform diagnostics, prevention, and therapy. The conference combines technological development, clinical application, and industrial scaling, with sessions on FemTech solutions, AI-supported health analytics, continuous patient monitoring, and cybersecurity. (

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    MEDICA and COMPAMED 2026: From innovation to implementation – new topics, formats and networks for the healthcare of the future

    MEDICA and COMPAMED 2026 will take place from 16 to 19 November at the exhibition centre in Düsseldorf with a completely revised thematic structure of five precisely defined exhibition areas. The healthcare industry is under growing pressure to translate innovation into care more quickly and consistently. MEDICA and COMPAMED 2026 position themselves as platforms that not only reflect trends but also enable concrete implementation. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/Press/Press_material/Press_Releases/Press_Releases/MEDICA_and_COMPAMED_2026_From_innovation_to_implementation_%E2%80%93_new_topics,formats_and_networks_for_the_healthcare_of_the_future)

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    Power cuts, cyberattacks, crisis response: these topics are at the heart of the 1st German Health Resilience Conference

    Messe Düsseldorf announced that the 1st German Health Resilience Conference will address pandemics, cyberattacks, extreme weather events, geopolitical conflicts, and widespread power cuts, reflecting the growing number of potential stress scenarios for the healthcare system. Organised by Messe Düsseldorf in cooperation with the German Health Alliance (GHA) and with support from SPECTARIS, the conference debuts at MEDICA 2026 in Hall 11. (

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    MEDICA MAIN STAGE: Central stage for the big future questions of the healthcare industry

    MEDICA 2026 receives a central main stage for the first time in Hall 12. High-calibre key opinion leaders from medicine, science, industry, and politics provide orientation on developments that will shape markets and care. Confirmed highlights include a panel on resilient health systems with Prof. Dr. Leif Erik Sander (Charité), Dr. Shachar Shapira (Sheba Medical Center), and Dr. Thomas Frandsen (Rigshospitalet – Copenhagen University Hospital), a lecture by Prof. David Matusiewicz (FOM University) on artificial intelligence in healthcare, and a discussion with Prof. Uwe Nixdorff (European Prevention Center) and Prof. Mathias Goyen (GE HealthCare) on the future of precision medicine. Of the approximately 800 speakers at MEDICA 2026, 50 are involved in the new main stage programme alone. (

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    MEDICA and COMPAMED announce new topics and formats for the 2026 show

    MEDICA 2026 will feature new thematic areas, enhanced conference formats, and targeted networking opportunities, focusing on digital medicine, AI, and integrated care to meet real-world clinical needs. The MEDICA MEDICINE + SPORTS CONFERENCE and MEDICA SPORTS HUB will be integrated and closer to the center of the exhibition. New features include curated roundtables for political and local decision-makers, an Investors Lounge, Hall 9 refurbishment, North Entrance updates, and new conference rooms. (

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    MEDICA and COMPAMED launch exhibitor registration for 2026 with new theme structure

    Exhibitor registration for MEDICA 2026 and COMPAMED 2026 opened on 20 January 2026 with a completely revised thematic structure based on systematic feedback from exhibitors and visitors during MEDICA 2025. The five new main exhibition areas reflect the reality of modern healthcare: Clinical Diagnostics & Therapeutic Technologies; Digital Medicine, Data & Artificial Intelligence; Integrated Care, Rehabilitation & Homecare; Healthcare Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Quality; and Healthcare Systems, Education & Global Health. (

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    Global Medical Technology Trade Fair Circuit 2026–2027

    6–12 months ahead for booth space and sponsorship; 3–6 months ahead for visitor travel and conference registration

    The global medical technology trade fair circuit spans Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Asia, offering exhibitors and buyers a sequence of major events across the calendar. MEDICA in Düsseldorf anchors the European autumn season, while WHX Dubai (formerly Arab Health) opens the new year in the Middle East. RSNA in Chicago dominates radiology in late November–early December, and HIMSS covers healthcare IT across both Chicago and Europe. Regional events such as Medical Fair Asia in Singapore and Medical Fair India provide access to fast-growing Asian markets. COMPAMED runs in parallel with MEDICA in Düsseldorf, focusing on the supplier and manufacturing side of medical technology. Planning across these events allows companies to maintain continuous market presence, align product launches with key audiences, and build on regional strengths

    16–19 Nov 2026

    MEDICA 2026

    Düsseldorf, Germany

    Five new thematic exhibition areas, Healthcare Transformation Campus in Hall 12, Wearable Technologies Conference Europe debut, 1st German Health Resilience Conference. (

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    16–19 Nov 2026

    COMPAMED 2026

    Düsseldorf, Germany

    Held in parallel with MEDICA in Halls 8a and 8b. Focus on manufacturing, components, materials, compliance, and software. (

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    16–19 Nov 2026

    RSNA 2026

    Chicago, United States

    112th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting at McCormick Place. Technical Exhibits open November 29–December 2, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Registration opened July 29, 2026. (

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    16–19 Nov 2026

    MEDICAL FAIR ASIA 2026

    Singapore, Singapore

    International exhibition on hospital, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, medical, and rehabilitation equipment and supplies. (

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    16–19 Nov 2026

    Medical Fair India 2026 (Mumbai)

    Mumbai, India

    32nd edition at Bombay Exhibition Center (Goregaon E). Second 2026 edition in New Delhi, March 13–15, 2027 at Bharat Mandapam (Pragati Maidan). (

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    Autumn European Medtech Window (September–December 2026)

    MEDICAL FAIR ASIA 2026Medical Fair India 2026 (Mumbai)MEDICA 2026COMPAMED 2026RSNA 2026

    A dense sequence of major events across Asia, Europe, and North America. MEDICA and COMPAMED anchor the European autumn; RSNA closes the radiology calendar in Chicago

    Q1–Q2 2027 Middle East & North America Window (January–June 2027)

    WHX Dubai 2027HIMSS Global Health Conference 2027HIMSS27 Europe

    WHX Dubai opens the new year in the Middle East. HIMSS covers healthcare IT in Chicago in April and Barcelona in June, bridging North American and European digital health audiences

    Event dates are sourced from official organiser websites and confirmed by multiple industry calendars. MEDICA and COMPAMED dates are organiser-published. RSNA dates are published by RSNA. WHX Dubai dates are published by the World Health Expo. HIMSS dates are published by HIMSS. MEDICAL FAIR ASIA and Medical Fair India dates are published by Messe Düsseldorf Asia and Messe Düsseldorf India respectively

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    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    DUS

    Düsseldorf Airport

    The U81 light rail takes visitors directly from the airport terminal to the North Entrance in seven minutes via the 'MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord' station. The U80 connects the airport at regular intervals with the 'Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße' stop, serving the East Entrance, the city center and the main train station. The S11 train connects the airport with Düsseldorf Central Station (Hbf). A fixed taxi fare of EUR 25.00 applies for journeys between the airport and the fairground. (https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com/cgi-bin/md_home/lib/pub/tt.cgi?oid=8943&lang=2&ticket=g_u_e_s_t

    Approximately 3 km

    to venue

    About 10 minutes by taxi

    by car

    CGN

    Cologne/Bonn Airport

    Cologne/Bonn Airport is an alternative international gateway; rail connections via Cologne to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof take around one hour. From there, transfer to U-Bahn lines U78 or U79 for the exhibition centre. (

    Approximately 60 km

    to venue

    About 50-60 minutes by car or train

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Düsseldorf city centre / Hauptbahnhof / Reisholz

    USD 90–160 / night

    Budget-friendly options such as a&o Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof (hostel/budget hotel, 10-minute walk from Main Station), B&B Hotel Düsseldorf-City (1.5 km from main station), and acora Düsseldorf Living the City (3-star, quiet Reisholz district with good public transport links). Prices are estimates based on third-party booking platforms; MEDICA week rates can be 20–35% higher than standard periods. (https://expotravelsolutions.com

    Mid-range
    Düsseldorf Seestern / Derendorf / Oberkassel / Airport

    USD 150–280 / night

    Convenient options including H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern, Courtyard by Marriott Düsseldorf Seestern (4 km from Messe), INNSiDE by Meliá Düsseldorf Derendorf, Me and All Hotel Düsseldorf Oberkassel, and Holiday Inn Düsseldorf City – Toulouser Allee. These hotels offer good U-Bahn access to the venue. Prices are estimates. (https://tournews.tw, https://trivago.com

    Premium / Luxury
    Düsseldorf city centre / Near Messe

    USD 300–550 / night

    Premium properties including Living Hotel De Medici (5-star art hotel in the old town, Mühlenstrasse 31), Clayton Hotel Düsseldorf City Centre (in the Japanese district, 500 m from Königsallee), and Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf (near the exhibition centre). Rates during MEDICA week start from around EUR 356.50 (approx. USD 390) per night for the Clayton Hotel. Prices are estimates based on third-party booking platforms. (https://trade-fair-trips.com, https://guide.michelin.com

    Hotel Ships (Alternative)
    Schnellenburg / Theodor Heuss Bridge, Düsseldorf

    USD 360–430 / night

    KD hotel ships moored in Düsseldorf offer a unique floating hotel experience. MEDICA Comfort from EUR 329 (approx. USD 360) for MS Charles Dickens and MS Carmen (Schnellenburg). MEDICA Comfort Plus from EUR 329 for MS Monarch Duchess (Theodor Heuss Bridge). MEDICA Luxury from USD 365 for MS Spirit of the Moselle. Booking period 15–19 November 2026, minimum 3–4 nights. (

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    U-Bahn (Stadtbahn) — U78 / U79

    Estimated costEUR 3.80 single ticket (Preisstufe A, 2026); 4-ticket EUR 15.20; Deutschlandticket EUR 63/month
    Best forDüsseldorf Hauptbahnhof → Messe Nord (U78) or Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstr. (U79); also connects Heinrich-Heine-Allee and city centre

    U78 serves the MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord stop (North Entrance). U79 serves Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstr. (East Entrance). From Hauptbahnhof the journey takes approximately 15–20 minutes. During MEDICA, the U78 runs at increased frequency. The admission ticket is NOT valid for public transport; a separate Rheinbahn ticket must be purchased. Tickets are available via the Rheinbahn app or online store, or at station machines. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Home/Arrival_Public_transport, https://www.rheinbahn.de

    U-Bahn (Stadtbahn) — U81 Airport Express (trade fair days only)

    Estimated costEUR 3.80 single ticket (Preisstufe A)
    Best forDüsseldorf Airport Terminal → MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord (North Entrance)

    The U81 operates only on trade fair days and provides a direct 7-minute connection between Düsseldorf Airport Terminal and the North Entrance via MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord. It replaced the former fair shuttle bus line 896. On trade fair days the U81 runs every 20–30 minutes. The only intermediate stop is Freiligrathplatz. This is the fastest public transport option from the airport to the venue. (https://www.lok-report.de/news/deutschland/aus-den-laendern/nrw-stadtbahnstrecke-zum-flughafen-duesseldorf-eroeffnet.html

    U-Bahn (Stadtbahn) — U80 Airport–City Line

    Estimated costEUR 3.80 single ticket (Preisstufe A)
    Best forDüsseldorf Airport Terminal → Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof (city centre)

    The U80 connects Düsseldorf Airport Terminal directly with the Hauptbahnhof and city centre, running every 20 minutes (30 minutes in off-peak and on Sundays). Journey time from Hauptbahnhof to the airport is approximately 18–19 minutes. From Hauptbahnhof, transfer to U78 or U79 for the exhibition centre. (https://www.lok-report.de/news/deutschland/aus-den-laendern/nrw-stadtbahnstrecke-zum-flughafen-duesseldorf-eroeffnet.html

    S-Bahn — S11

    Estimated costEUR 3.80 single ticket (Preisstufe A)
    Best forDüsseldorf Airport Terminal → Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof

    The S11 S-Bahn connects the airport's underground station with Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof in approximately 12 minutes, with departures every 20 minutes. From Hauptbahnhof, transfer to U78 or U79 for the exhibition centre. The S11 is an alternative to the U80 for airport–city transfers. (

    Bus — line 722

    Estimated costEUR 3.80 single ticket (Preisstufe A)
    Best forDüsseldorf city centre → Messe Ost or Messe Süd/CCD

    Bus line 722 serves the exhibition centre with stops at Messe Ost and Messe Süd/CCD. Useful for reaching the South Entrance or CCD Congress Center. Connects with the city centre bus network. (

    Taxi

    Estimated costFixed EUR 25.00 airport–Messe; Hauptbahnhof–Messe approximately EUR 21.00; base fare EUR 5.00 + EUR 2.70/km for other journeys
    Best forDüsseldorf Airport ↔ Messe Düsseldorf (fixed fare); also from Hauptbahnhof and city centre

    A fixed trade fair fare of EUR 25.00 applies for journeys between Düsseldorf Airport and the exhibition grounds, regardless of journey time. The journey takes approximately 10 minutes. From the Hauptbahnhof the fare is approximately EUR 21.00 and takes about 14 minutes. Large-capacity taxis (more than 4 passengers) carry a EUR 9.00 surcharge. Taxis can drop exhibitors directly at the halls up to 10:00 a.m. during the fair. (https://www.nrz.de/lokales/duesseldorf/article407668885/neue-tarife-taxifahren-in-duesseldorf-soll-teurer-werden.html

    Ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, FREENOW)

    Estimated costTypically EUR 20–35 depending on origin and demand
    Best forAirport, city centre, and hotels → Messe Düsseldorf

    Uber, Bolt, and FREENOW (formerly mytaxi) operate in Düsseldorf. Uber has expanded its 'Women Drivers' initiative to Düsseldorf, allowing female passengers to select female drivers. FREENOW is Europe's leading mobility app. Ride-hailing can be a convenient alternative to taxis, particularly from hotels outside the U-Bahn network. Prices may surge during peak trade fair hours. (https://www.nrz.de/lokales/duesseldorf/article411142203/neues-uber-angebot-in-duesseldorf-frauen-sollen-frauen-fahren-alle-infos.html, https://bolt.eu

    Car & Parking

    Estimated costParking permit EUR 10.00 pre-booked / EUR 12.00 on-site; P6 approximately EUR 1.90/hour with daily maximum about EUR 13.00
    Best forVia A44 motorway, exit Messe Düsseldorf; car parks P1, P2, P6, P4 (press)

    Parking permits can be purchased in advance via the GOLDBECK Parking Services ticket shop. Car parks P1/P2 serve passenger cars; P6 (Messe/CCD area) is open 24 hours with barrier-free spaces. Accredited press can park free of charge in car park P4 (Stockumer Kirchstraße). Bus and coach parking is on P1/P2 at EUR 20.00 incl. VAT per day. All passengers in a vehicle with a parking permit must hold a valid exhibition entrance ticket. (https://messe-parken-duesseldorf.de, https://shop.messe-duesseldorf.de

    On-site Shuttle Bus

    Estimated costFree for parking lot shuttle; line 896 standard Rheinbahn fare applies
    Best forVisitor parking lots → South area of exhibition grounds; airport shuttle (line 896 during major fairs)

    Free shuttle buses run from the visitor parking lots to the south area of the exhibition grounds. During many trade fairs, Rheinbahn provides an additional airport shuttle bus (line 896) from the airport departure level to the exhibition grounds. Note: the U81 now replaces line 896 on trade fair days, but supplementary shuttles may still operate depending on demand. (https://www.dokomi.de, https://www.therapiemesse-duesseldorf.de

    Bike-share / E-scooter

    Estimated costVaries by provider; typically EUR 1.00–3.00 per 30 minutes
    Best forDüsseldorf city centre and surrounding districts → Messe Düsseldorf

    Bike-share stations are located near the exhibition grounds. E-scooters from providers such as Bolt, Lime, and Tier operate throughout Düsseldorf. A bike or e-scooter ride from the city centre to the venue takes approximately 25–35 minutes along dedicated cycle paths. Not recommended for rainy November weather but useful on dry days. (https://www.standszone.com

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    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa required
    ATA Carnet: accepted
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) – BusinessCitizens of non-EU/EEA countries who are not visa-exempt and require a visa for a short business visit to Germany of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This covers attending trade fairs, business meetings, contract negotiations, and conferences. The visa does not authorise employment or paid services to a German entity. ($90.00Standard: up to 15 calendar days for an admissible application. Extended: up to 45 calendar days when further checks or Schengen-state consultation are needed. Apply at least 4-6 weeks in advance during peak periods. (https://xpath.global/blog/germany-business-visa-processing-time-vs-work-permit
    Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) – Trade Fair Exhibitor (free of charge)Exhibitors at MEDICA 2026 who possess an exhibitor authorisation (confirmation of admission) from Messe Düsseldorf GmbH. The visa is issued free of charge when this authorisation is submitted. (Not yet confirmedTypically 15 calendar days; may be longer during peak periods. (

    Citizens of EU/EEA countries and Switzerland do not need a visa. Citizens of 62 non-EU countries can enter Germany visa-free for short stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism, business meetings, or family visits. This includes the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, Israel, Singapore, Malaysia, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, United Arab Emirates, and others. The visa exemption does not permit employment. Nationals of many countries, including India, China, Russia, Turkey, and most African and Middle Eastern countries, require a Schengen visa. Check the official German Federal Foreign Office country table for your specific nationality. (https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/-/231148, https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/07/list-of-countries-that-dont-need-visa-to-enter-germany/)

    Germany accepts the ATA Carnet for the temporary duty-free import of trade fair goods, professional equipment, and product samples. From 1 June 2026, the digital ATA Carnet (eCarnet) is mandatory in the EU, Switzerland, Norway, and the United Kingdom; the paper version is being phased out. German ATA Carnets are issued exclusively by the local Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHK) via the eATA portal. The carnet is valid for a maximum of 12 months and covers durable goods only, not consumables. It eliminates the need to pay customs duties or provide security deposits in the country of import. A transitional period accepting both digital and paper versions runs until the end of 2027. (https://www.ebnerstolz.de/en/what-we-offer/services/tax-advice/customs-law/eu-ecarnet.html, https://www.ihk.de/stuttgart/fuer-unternehmen/international/import-export/carnet-ata-cpd/alte-ausfuellhilfen-carnet-4411790)

    Official visa page

    Weather

    November in Düsseldorf is typically variable and sometimes rainy. The month averages about 10 sunny days but expects rain 30% of the time, often heavy. Average minimum temperatures are around 6 °C and average maximums around 10 °C. For the period 16–22 November 2026, the most probable scenario is intermittent showers or rain (42% probability) with highs around 10 °C and lows around 7 °C. The second most likely scenario is clouds and sun (33% probability) with highs around 8 °C and lows around 4 °C. (https://voyage.lachainemeteo.com/meteo-voyage/ville-2130/meteo-a-dusseldorf-en-novembre)

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Messe Düsseldorf is exceptionally well connected by public transport. The U81 light rail provides a direct seven-minute link from Düsseldorf Airport terminal to the North Entrance via the 'MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord' station on trade fair days. The U80 connects the airport to 'Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße' (East Entrance) and continues to the city center and main train station (Hauptbahnhof). The U78 and U79 lines connect the fairgrounds to the city center and main station, with journey times of about 15–20 minutes. The S11 S-Bahn connects the airport to Düsseldorf Central Station. A taxi from the airport to the fairground costs a fixed EUR 25.00 and takes about 10 minutes. The venue is located just 3 km from the airport and is easily accessible by car via the A44 motorway, exit Messe Düsseldorf. (https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com/cgi-bin/md_home/lib/pub/tt.cgi?oid=8943&lang=2&ticket=g_u_e_s_t, https://www.conferank.com/conferences/medica/venue)

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

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    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Punctuality and Formality in German Business Culture

    Punctuality is non-negotiable in German business culture; arriving late to a meeting or stand appointment is considered disrespectful. The norm is to arrive about five minutes early. Business interactions are generally formal, especially at first meetings, with a firm handshake and direct eye contact upon arrival and departure. Use titles (Herr, Frau, Dr., Prof.) until invited to use first names. Professionalism is highly valued, and small talk is limited—conversations focus on substantive matters. (https://www.babbelforbusiness.com

    Language and International Communication

    MEDICA is a highly international event, with visitors from over 160 countries. English is the primary working language at the fair, and most educated Germans speak English fluently. However, exhibitors with multilingual staff are better positioned to serve international delegations—Arabic, Mandarin, French, and Spanish are frequently requested at MEDICA. Exhibitors should ensure stand staff have strong language competency and basic medical knowledge for effective conversations with international buyers. (

    Trade Fair Preparation and Follow-Up

    In Germany, trade fairs are treated as key moments in the annual business calendar and function as meeting points where suppliers, partners, and customers reconnect. Trust in the German business environment is strongly influenced by personal interaction, and face-to-face conversations at trade fairs significantly accelerate relationship-building. The most successful exhibitors identify key contacts in advance, schedule meetings before the event, and systematically follow up within weeks after the fair to convert initial meetings into concrete business opportunities. (

    Dining and Table Etiquette

    Germans take table etiquette and manners seriously. Wait for the host before taking a sip or starting to eat. Do not expect coffee to accompany the noon or evening meal; it is served after. Business lunches are common, but the focus is typically on the meeting rather than on extended socializing. (

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: Düsseldorf Airport (DUS)

    Düsseldorf Airport is the primary gateway, located just 3 km from the venue. The new U81 light rail provides a seven-minute connection from the airport terminal to the North Entrance on trade fair days. Alternatively, the U80 connects the airport to the East Entrance, city centre, and main train station. A fixed taxi fare of EUR 25.00 applies for journeys between the airport and the fairground. Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN), approximately 60 km away, is an alternative international gateway with rail connections via Cologne to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof taking around one hour. Book flights early as MEDICA week is a peak travel period in Düsseldorf. (https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com/cgi-bin/md_home/lib/pub/tt.cgi?oid=8943&lang=2&ticket=g_u_e_s_t, https://www.dus.com)

    Visa

    A Schengen Type C visa is required for non-EU/EEA nationals who are not visa-exempt and plan to attend MEDICA 2026 for business purposes for up to 90 days. Exhibitors holding an exhibitor authorisation from Messe Düsseldorf qualify for a free visa. Citizens of 62 non-EU countries (including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Brazil) can attend visa-free for up to 90 days. Nationals of India, China, Russia, Turkey, and most African and Middle Eastern countries require a visa. (https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/215870-215870, https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Home/Help_Arrival/FAQ/FAQs_1)

    Estimated cost: Not yet confirmed

    Processing: 15 calendar days standard; up to 45 calendar days where further checks or Schengen-state consultation are needed

    Apply at least 4-6 weeks before travel, especially during peak season. Required documents typically include a valid passport (minimum 3 months validity beyond return date, 2 blank pages), completed VIDEX application form, biometric photographs, travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage), confirmed flight and hotel bookings, bank statements for the last 3 to 6 months, employer letter, and trade fair registration or exhibitor authorisation. Messe Düsseldorf is represented by 77 partners in 141 nations worldwide who can assist with visa-related services. (https://xpath.global/blog/germany-business-visa-processing-time-vs-work-permit, https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Home/Help_Arrival/FAQ/FAQs_1)

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    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Check-in (recommended)

    2026-11-16

    Check-out (recommended)

    2026-11-19

    Areas to stay

    Düsseldorf city centre (Altstadt / Hauptbahnhof) – convenient for dining, shopping, and public transport to the venue (U78/U79, approx. 20 min) · Düsseldorf Seestern / Lörick – close to the exhibition centre (4 km), popular with business travellers, good U-Bahn access · Düsseldorf Derendorf / Oberkassel – quiet residential areas with good transport links and mid-range options · Düsseldorf Airport area (Rath / Ratingen) – convenient for early flights, U81 light rail provides 7-minute connection to the North Entrance · Düsseldorf Hafen / Medienhafen – modern waterfront district with premium hotels and restaurants

    Budget

    USD 90–160 per night

    Mid-range

    USD 150–280 per night

    Premium / Luxury

    USD 300–550 per night

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) is approximately 3 km from Messe Düsseldorf. The U81 light rail provides a direct 7-minute connection from the airport terminal to the North Entrance via MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord on trade fair days. The U80 connects the airport to Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße (East Entrance), city centre, and main train station. A fixed taxi fare of EUR 25.00 applies. Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN) is approximately 60 km away with rail connections via Cologne to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof taking around one hour. (https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com/cgi-bin/md_home/lib/pub/tt.cgi?oid=8943&lang=2&ticket=g_u_e_s_t, https://www.dus.com)

    Hotel → venue: Most city centre hotels are within a 15–25 minute U-Bahn ride to the venue. U78 (Messe Nord) and U79 (Messe Ost) run from Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof to the fairgrounds. Hotels in Seestern and Derendorf are 4–6 km from the venue with direct U-Bahn connections. Hotel ships at Schnellenburg are within walking distance of the exhibition grounds. (https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com, https://www.k-d.com/en/messeduesseldorf/)

    Ride-hail: Taxis are readily available at the airport, main train station, and throughout the city. A fixed fare of EUR 25.00 applies for journeys between Düsseldorf Airport and the fairground. Ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Bolt operate in Düsseldorf, though traditional taxis remain the most common option. Taxis can drop exhibitors directly at the halls up to 10:00 a.m. during the fair's run. (https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com, https://www.dus.com)

    Public transit: The venue is served by U-Bahn lines U78 (Messe Nord) and U79 (Messe Ost) from Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof, and since September 2026 by the new U80 and U81 lines from Düsseldorf Airport. Buses 704, 721, 722, 723, 724, 726, 728, 730, 778, and 788 serve the Messe Ost stop. The S11 S-Bahn connects the airport to Düsseldorf Central Station. A single journey within Düsseldorf costs approximately EUR 3.00. Admission tickets are not valid for public transport; a separate ticket must be purchased. (https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com, https://shop.messe-duesseldorf.de, https://www.soufair.com)

    Parking: Parking permits can be purchased in advance through the GOLDBECK Parking Services ticket shop for EUR 10.00 (pre-booked) or EUR 12.00 (on-site, cashless payment only). Car parks P1/P2 serve passenger cars; P6 (Messe/CCD) charges approximately EUR 1.90 per hour with a daily maximum of about EUR 13.00 and offers barrier-free spaces. Bus and coach parking is on P1/P2 at EUR 20.00 incl. VAT per day. All passengers in a vehicle with a parking permit must hold a valid exhibition entrance ticket. (https://messe-parken-duesseldorf.de, https://www.mobypark.com)

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: November 2026

    Temperature: Average lows around 6 °C, average highs around 10 °C

    Seasonality: Variable and sometimes rainy. About 10 sunny days but rain is expected 30% of the time, often heavy. For the period 16–22 November 2026, intermittent showers or rain is the most probable scenario (42% probability)

    Packing: Bring layers, a warm jacket, and a compact umbrella. Comfortable walking shoes are essential as you may cover long distances between halls. A scarf and gloves are advisable for cooler evenings. (https://voyage.lachainemeteo.com/meteo-voyage/ville-2130/meteo-a-dusseldorf-en-novembre)

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    Add priorities and side trips to make the most of your visit.

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    Default day plan

    1. 08:00Depart hotel for Messe Düsseldorf via U-Bahn U78 or U79 to Messe Nord/Messe Ost
    2. 09:00Arrive at the exhibition centre, collect or activate your eTicket and enter via the nearest gate
    3. 10:00Visit the Healthcare Transformation Campus and MEDICA Hospital of the Future
    4. 12:30Lunch at one of the on-site catering areas
    5. 13:30Explore product categories relevant to your interests across Halls 1, 3-7.0, 10-12 and 15-17
    6. 16:00Attend a forum session or conference at the MEDICA Innovation Forum or Main Stage
    7. 18:00Depart the fairground and travel to the city centre for dinner

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    T-120

    Confirm travel dates, book flights and accommodation — MEDICA 2026 takes place 16–19 November 2026. November is a peak travel period in Düsseldorf; hotels near the venue sell out months in advance. Use the official Messe Düsseldorf hotel booking platform in partnership with Kuoni Tumlare for competitive rates near the exhibition centre. (

    T-90

    Apply for Schengen visa if required — Non-EU nationals requiring a visa should apply at least 4–6 weeks in advance. Exhibitors with an exhibitor authorisation from Messe Düsseldorf receive a free visa. Standard processing time is 15 calendar days, but can take up to 45 days. (https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service

    T-60

    Register online and purchase trade visitor ticket — Online tickets are cheaper than on-site tickets and allow direct entry without waiting at the ticket counter. Day ticket from EUR 50, 4-day ticket from EUR 150. The eTicket shows the registered company name and personal name; print it or store it on your device. (https://compamed.messe-dus.co.jp/visitors/tickets-catalogue

    T-30

    Download the MEDICA App and plan your hall route — The MEDICA App provides an interactive site map and hall layout, exhibitor and product search (offline capable), and personal favourites. Use the Fair Match matchmaking tool to connect with exhibitors and schedule meetings before you arrive. (https://apps.apple.com/na/app/medica/id553430564

    T-14

    Prepare your personal agenda and meeting schedule — MEDICA 2026 spans Halls 1, 3-7.0, 7a, 10-12, 15-17 and the outdoor fairground. Prioritise the five thematic exhibition areas and conference sessions that match your objectives. The MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM (Hall 11) and MEDICA Main Stage (Hall 12) are free with an exhibition ticket. (

    T-7

    Check weather forecast and pack appropriately — November in Düsseldorf averages 6–10 °C with variable and sometimes rainy conditions. Bring layers, a warm jacket, a compact umbrella, and comfortable walking shoes. (

    T-1

    Confirm transport route to Messe Düsseldorf — The U81 light rail connects Düsseldorf Airport to the North Entrance in 7 minutes on trade fair days. U78/U79 connect the Hauptbahnhof to Messe Nord/Messe Ost. A separate Rheinbahn ticket (approx. EUR 3.80) is required; admission tickets are not valid for public transport. (

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    08:30 AM

    Registration, badge collection, and morning welcome coffee at Messe Düsseldorf

    Messe Düsseldorf Main Entrance Concourse
    09:30 AM

    Attending Opening Plenary Keynote: Future Industry Innovations & Market Outlook at MEDICA Trade Fair for Medical Technology & Healthcare 2026

    Messe Düsseldorf Plenary Auditorium
    11:00 AM

    Exhibition floor exploration: live product demonstrations and technology showcases

    Messe Düsseldorf Exhibition Halls
    01:00 PM

    Networking luncheon and scheduled B2B supplier matchmaking meetings

    Messe Düsseldorf Executive Networking Lounge
    02:30 PM

    Specialized Technical Workshop: Advanced Methodologies, Automation & Best Practices

    Messe Düsseldorf Conference Rooms Level 2
    04:30 PM

    Evening Industry Networking Reception and collaborative discussions

    Messe Düsseldorf Central Terrace & Hospitality Lounge
    18:00

    Depart the fairground and travel to the city centre for dinner

    Düsseldorf city centre

    Side trips

    4

    Rhine Promenade (Rheinuferpromenade)

    Waterfront Promenade

    A scenic walk along the Rhine in the city centre, passing the Medienhafen with its modern architecture and offering views of the Rheinkniebrücke. (

    About 20 minutes by U-Bahn from the exhibition centre

    Königsallee

    Shopping Boulevard

    Düsseldorf's famous luxury shopping street, with the Triton Fountain and the Königsallee canal; a short walk from the Hauptbahnhof. (

    About 15 minutes by U-Bahn from the exhibition centre

    Kaiserswerth Imperial Palace (Kaiserpfalz)

    Historical Site

    The ruins of a medieval imperial castle on the banks of the Rhine, one of Düsseldorf's oldest neighbourhoods with cobblestone streets and Rhine views. (

    About 15-20 minutes by car or U-Bahn from the exhibition centre

    Medienhafen

    Modern Architecture District

    Home to striking contemporary architecture by Frank Gehry and others, with waterfront bars and restaurants in a former harbour area. (

    About 20-25 minutes by U-Bahn from the exhibition centre

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Shell scheme

    EUR 304–336 / m²

    Raw space

    EUR 200–336 / m²

    Standard booth

    12 m²

    Net participation fees for MEDICA 2026 (per square metre of floor space, excluding statutory German VAT). Row stand (1 side open) 304.00 €/sqm; Corner stand (2 sides open) 317.00 €/sqm; End of block stand (3 sides open) 327.00 €/sqm; Island site (4 sides open) 336.00 €/sqm; Outdoor section 200.00 €/sqm. Minimum stand space is 12 m²; smaller areas only if available during hall planning. Space is provided in whole square metre units. Additional mandatory costs: media fee 995.00 €, co-exhibitor fee 1,000.00 €, withdrawal fee before admission 900.00 €, waste-disposal fee 2.70 €/sqm (maximum €1,350.00 for space over 499 sqm), additional exhibitor passes 42.02 € each, AUMA contribution 0.60 €/sqm, technical prepayment 25.00 €/sqm for exhibitors who did not participate in the latest event. Stand construction costs are not included in floor space costs. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Exhibit/Trade_Fair_Participation/Stand_Cost_Calculator)

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    Build your working budget

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    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Booth 9 m² × $320.00/m²$2,880.00
    Estimated total$2,880.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    Booth space — Row stand (1 side open), indoor

    exhibitor · standard

    EUR 304 / per sqm

    official

    Booth space — Corner stand (2 sides open), indoor

    exhibitor · standard

    EUR 317 / per sqm

    official

    Booth space — Island site (4 sides open), indoor

    exhibitor · premium

    EUR 336 / per sqm

    official

    Booth space — Outdoor section

    exhibitor · standard

    EUR 200 / per sqm

    official

    Media fee (mandatory per exhibitor)

    exhibitor · mandatory

    EUR 995 / per exhibitor

    official

    Co-exhibitor fee

    exhibitor · mandatory

    EUR 1000 / per co-exhibitor

    official

    Additional exhibitor pass

    exhibitor · add-on

    EUR 42.02 / per pass

    official

    Day ticket (online)

    visitor · standard

    EUR 50 / per person

    official

    4-day ticket (online)

    visitor · standard

    EUR 150 / per person

    official

    4-day VIP ticket (online)

    visitor · premium

    EUR 799 / per person

    official

    Conference-only ticket (online, starting price)

    visitor · add-on

    EUR 129 / per person

    official

    Parking permit (pre-booked)

    both · standard

    EUR 10 / per vehicle per day

    official

    Parking permit (on-site)

    both · standard

    EUR 12 / per vehicle per day

    official

    Wi-Fi — 60 minutes (Telekom)

    both · add-on

    EUR 6 / per session

    official

    Wi-Fi — 1 day (Telekom)

    both · add-on

    EUR 35 / per day

    official

    Hotel — Budget tier (per night)

    both · budget

    USD 90–160 / per room per night

    estimate

    Hotel — Mid-range tier (per night)

    both · mid-range

    USD 150–280 / per room per night

    estimate

    Hotel — Premium tier (per night)

    both · premium

    USD 300–550 / per room per night

    estimate

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Answer 8 questions to determine whether MEDICA 2026 is right for you as a visitor, an exhibitor, or something to skip this year. Each answer scores toward visit, exhibit, or skip outcomes

    QUESTION 1 OF 8

    What is your primary objective for attending or participating in a medical technology trade fair?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You have clear sourcing, partnership, or market intelligence objectives that align with MEDICA's five exhibition areas, you can commit to at least 2 full days on site, and you have the budget for travel (flight, hotel, ticket) starting from approximately USD 500 for a European attendee

    Best for

    Hospital procurement teams, clinic directors, medical IT managers, distributors, purchasing cooperatives, and healthcare professionals seeking to source equipment, evaluate new products, or build international supplier relationships

    Min. budget

    $500.00

    Timeline

    T-90 to T-60 for visa applications (if required), T-60 for flight and hotel bookings, T-14 for online ticket purchase and appointment scheduling

    Risks

    Large venue spanning multiple halls — without pre-planning, you may miss relevant exhibitors

    November weather in Düsseldorf is variable with rain likely; plan indoor routes and bring appropriate clothing

    Visa processing can take up to 45 days for certain nationalities; apply early to avoid missing the event

    Hotel rooms near the venue sell out months in advance; early booking is essential

    exhibit

    You have a clear product or service ready for international markets, a minimum budget of approximately USD 12,000–15,000 for stand space, construction, travel, and marketing, and staff available to plan the exhibit from January 2026 onwards and attend for all four fair days

    Best for

    Medical device manufacturers, digital health solution providers, laboratory equipment suppliers, wearable technology companies, and healthcare IT vendors seeking international market access, distribution partnerships, and qualified lead generation

    Min. budget

    $12,000.00

    Timeline

    T-300 (January 2026) for exhibitor registration and hall allocation priority, T-180 for stand concept and service ordering, T-90 for logistics and marketing campaign launch, T-30 for final staff and material preparations

    Risks

    Minimum 12 m² stand plus mandatory media fee of EUR 995 and additional service costs can exceed EUR 12,000 for a basic presence

    Hall allocation occurs at end of June 2026 — late registrants may receive less desirable locations

    Without pre-scheduled appointments, exhibitor ROI can be significantly lower; active pre-show outreach is critical

    New thematic structure in 2026 may lead to different visitor flows than previous editions; monitor hall allocation and adapt outreach

    skip

    Your objectives are academic or exploratory rather than commercial, you cannot obtain a Schengen visa or travel authorisation in time, or your organisation has no budget or strategic need to engage with the international medical technology market in 2026

    Best for

    Professionals with no direct purchasing or sales objectives in medical technology, those unable to commit to international travel in November 2026, or organisations whose target market is strictly regional rather than global

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    Not applicable

    Risks

    Missed opportunity to network with 78,000+ international trade visitors and 5,000+ exhibitors

    Inability to see live demonstrations of new medical technology and digital health solutions

    Competitors may gain market intelligence and partnerships that you will not have access to until the next edition

    Book with

    Partners

    German Health Alliance (GHA) – Joint Stand

    Association Partner

    The GHA – German Health Alliance will be present with a joint stand in Hall 10 at MEDICA 2026 together with members 3B Scientific, HAEBERLE and INSPITAL. As part of the 1st German Health Resilience Conference, GHA together with SPECTARIS and in cooperation with MEDICA organises a joint stand directly adjacent to the conference in Hall 11

    Visit partner Confidence: officially_confirmed

    Official GHA website

    Medilink UK – Exclusive UK Partner

    Country Partner

    Medilink UK, the largest representative body in the UK for life science companies, is the exclusive UK partner of Messe Düsseldorf for MEDICA in Germany

    Visit partner Confidence: officially_confirmed

    Medilink UK official partnership announcement

    Wearable Technologies Conference Europe

    Conference Partner

    The WT | Wearable Technologies Conference Europe and Pavilion make their debut at MEDICA 2026 in Hall 12, organised by Wearable Technologies AG

    Visit partner Confidence: officially_confirmed

    Wearable Technologies official event page

    Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) – Healthcare Brokerage Event

    Networking Partner

    The EEN Healthcare Brokerage Event at MEDICA 2026 is organised by ZENIT GmbH and the EEN health sector group, offering companies and research institutions the opportunity to find cooperation partners

    Visit partner Confidence: officially_confirmed

    Enterprise Europe Network official event listing

    Navispace GmbH – MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM & Sports Conference

    Programme Partner

    Navispace GmbH organises the 13th MEDICA INNOVATION FORUM in Hall 11 and the 14th MEDICA MEDICINE + SPORTS CONFERENCE in Hall 4

    Visit partner Confidence: officially_confirmed

    Navispace GmbH official website

    GDK – Deutscher Krankenhaustag

    Congress Partner

    The 49th Deutscher Krankenhaustag (German Hospital Day), Germany's leading hospital congress, is held as part of MEDICA 2026 under the direction of GDK

    Visit partner Confidence: officially_confirmed

    German Hospital Federation official website

    Recommended providers

    Visa

    Messe Düsseldorf International Representatives

    Messe Düsseldorf is represented by 77 partners in 141 nations worldwide who offer trade fair-related services for visitors, exhibitors, and the press, including assistance with visa invitation letters and travel arrangements. Contact the representative for your country for assistance with visa formalities. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Home/Help_Arrival/FAQ/FAQs_1)

    Hotels

    Kuoni Tumlare Congress (official Messe Düsseldorf hotel booking partner)

    Messe Düsseldorf has entered into a long-term strategic partnership with Kuoni Tumlare Congress to offer exhibitors and visitors hotel rooms at attractive rates near the exhibition centre. The dedicated booking platform provides a quick overview of the cheapest accommodation options at partner hotels during trade show periods and compares rates with other leading booking portals such as HRS and Expedia. Exhibitors and visitors can book via the MEDICA website. A dedicated accommodation team is available for personalised offers: messe.duesseldorf@kuonitumlare.com. (https://www.medica-tradefair.com/en/Exhibit/Information/At_a_glance, https://www.messe-duesseldorf.com/en/News_Stories/Newsroom/New_platform_for_hotel_bookings_Exhibitors_and_visitors_receive_top_offers_near_the_trade_fair)

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    Glossary

    1
    MEDICA
    The world's leading international trade fair for medical technology and healthcare, held annually in Düsseldorf, Germany (
    2
    COMPAMED
    The supplier sector of the medical technology industry, held in parallel with MEDICA in Halls 8a and 8b (
    3
    Healthcare Transformation Campus
    A new integrated format in Hall 12 at MEDICA 2026 that brings together the MEDICA Hospital of the Future, MEDICA Main Stage, Hospital Leadership Summit, and other conference formats to foster innovation and collaboration (
    4
    Hospital of the Future
    An immersive, full-scale hospital environment at MEDICA 2026 where visitors experience innovations along the entire patient pathway (

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