We ask all participants of the ERS Congress to familiarise themselves with official congress terms and conditions and other guidelines. Additionally, we provide helpful practical information for quick reference by delegates.
Useful information for delegates ordered alphabetically:
Pre-Congress content – available online from 24 August, 2026:
Accessible onsite in Barcelona only (replay not available online):
Accessible live onsite in Barcelona and as a replay online:
Accessible live onsite, live online and as a replay online:
There is one ATM at the main entrance of the congress centre, across the registration desk, available during congress hours.
Breastfeeding mothers are welcome to bring babies up to six months of age into the congress centre, including scientific sessions. A private breastfeeding room is also available on floor -1, next to the childcare area, reserved for congress participants.
We kindly ask that parents are considerate of other delegates. Should a baby become upset during a session, please aim to step outside as quickly as possible to minimise disruption. Hostesses may ask anyone causing a prolonged disruption to leave.
If you are bringing an infant, please make yourself known at the pre-registration desk on arrival, where our team will provide you with a few practical details for your visit.
Information coming soon!
No official lunches are provided. A range of catering options are available in and around the congress centre, including cafeterias, restaurants, bars, and coffee and snack points.
Water fountains are available throughout the venue — tap water in Barcelona is drinkable. Please bring a reusable bottle.
ERS will offer free childcare services onsite during the ERS Congress 2026 in Barcelona. It is recommended that you book your childcare services during registration. Only registered participants can register their children for childcare, and a participant number is required to do so.
All available options are listed in the registration form. The available places will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and we cannot guarantee spaces onsite without a pre-booking.
Food will not be provided. You will need to provide lunch and snacks for your child for the day.
– Booking Link Coming Soon –
FAQs
A cloakroom service for coats and reasonably-sized luggage is available during the opening hours of the Congress. The cloakroom service will be located in the south entrance, floor -1. Kindly note that you are not allowed to enter the ERS Congress with luggage.
The Lost and Found is located within the Cloakroom.
CME credits are awarded based on your hourly attendance of live sessions and session replays. You will be able to download your CME and attendance certificates on your myERS account from 20 September and after completion of the congress evaluation survey.
Visit the CME information web page for more details.
Congress badges include a QR code containing some of the personal data delegates provided during registration: first and last name, address, email address, and professional category.
The QR code acts as a digital business card. By allowing a third party (such as an exhibitor or sponsor) to scan their badge, delegates consent to sharing this information with them.
Scanning is always optional. Delegates are under no obligation to have their badge scanned by any third party at any point during the congress.
Please note that this does not apply to security scans carried out at the entrance of the congress centre or individual halls, which are mandatory for access.
The dress code for ERS Congress 2026 is smart casual. As the venue is fully air-conditioned, bringing an extra layer is recommended.
ERS reserves the right to refuse access to anyone whose attire is considered inappropriate or disruptive to the comfort and safety of other delegates.
ERS Central is a service lounge and meeting area located in the heart of the ERS World Village, offering 250sqm of space to work, meet, network, or simply relax.
The ERS Congress exhibition is restricted to healthcare professionals. The general public (including patients, children and members of the lay press) are forbidden by European and national law to enter a space where prescription medicines are being promoted. Please ensure your badge is clearly visible to all exhibitors so that they can greet you accordingly. Entry to industry-organised symposia is at the discretion of the company organising the session.
First aid is available in Hall 3, close to room 3K.
In case of a medical issue inside the venue, please contact first aid [number coming soon]. The first aid team will be able to coordinate any further action (call an ambulance, go to a hospital, etc.).
A Hotel Desk will be available in the ERS Registration Area from Saturday 5 September to Wednesday 9 September 2026, during congress opening hours.
Internet connection is available throughout the congress centre. Simply connect to the network: ERS_Free_Internet and enter the password: erscongress
The official language of the ERS Congress is English. No translation will be provided.
If you find any lost items, please hand them in at the cloakroom or to a uniformed member of staff. For lost items, please enquire at the cloakroom.
All timings are in CEST; timings are subject to change.
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Date |
Congress centre |
Registration |
Congress sessions |
Industry symposia |
Exhibition |
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Saturday, 5 September |
07:00–21:30 |
07:00–17:30 |
08:00–21:30 |
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Sunday, 6 September |
06:45–20:15 |
06:45–17:30 |
08:00–19:00 |
08:00–19:00 |
08:00–17:00 |
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Monday, 7 September |
06:45–20:15 |
06:45–17:30 |
07:30–19:45 |
08:00–19:00 |
08:00–17:00 |
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Tuesday, 8 September |
06:45–18:45 |
06:45–17:30 |
08:00–18:45 |
08:00–19:00 |
08:00–17:00 |
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Wednesday, 9 October |
07:15–13:00 |
07:15–11:30 |
08:00–13:00 |
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Please pay special attention to your personal belongings at all times, particularly in the congress venue, when exploring the city centre, and on public transport. Barcelona is a vibrant and welcoming city, but like many major tourist destinations it is known for pickpocketing activity, and we encourage all delegates to remain vigilant.
Any security problems or concerns within the congress venue should be reported to a uniformed member of staff. Emergency exits are marked with exit signs.
The ERS Congress will take place in FIRA Barcelona, which is a smoke/vape-free venue. This ban applies to the whole building, including catering locations and loading areas. As smoking is a major cause of lung disease, ERS further encourages congress participants and exhibitors not to smoke in FIRA or any area within 100 metres of the building.
Information coming soon!
Taxis will be available outside the south entrance during congress days and opening times.
The most efficient way to reach the venue is by public transport.
ERS has negotiated a special rate with TMB for a 5-day unlimited travel card covering all buses, metro (including the airport), and urban railways (zone 1) within Barcelona, at €17.86 per person. Cards can be purchased at the time of registration.
Please note that the transport card is not included in the congress registration fee and is non-refundable, including in the event of registration cancellation.
Travelling by train
ERS has negotiated a special discount with RENFE for ERS Congress delegates.
More information on this coming soon!