28.–30. Apr. 2026
DKFZ, Heidelberg
Europe/Berlin Zeitzone

Venue and Travel Information

The HMC Conference 2026 will be held at the DKFZ Communication Center in Heidelberg.
 
Alongside the main venue, additional programme activities – including pre-conference workshops, the social event, and a morning run – will take place at selected locations throughout the city. Detailed information on all venues, as well as directions and accommodation options, can be found below.
 
 
 

Venues

 

Conference Venue

Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum (DKFZ)
DKFZ Communication Center
Im Neuenheimer Feld 280
69120 Heidelberg, Germany

Located within Neuenheimer Feld, one of the largest scientific campuses in Europe, the DKFZ sits at the heart of a vibrant research environment surrounded by Heidelberg University, the University Hospital, and numerous research institutes. This unique setting fosters interdisciplinary exchange and provides an ideal backdrop for scientific collaboration and innovation.


Workshop Venues

Marsilius Kolleg
Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.1
69120 Heidelberg, Germany

  • Lecture Hall (W01, W08)
  • Seminar Room 1 (W07, W05)
  • Seminar Room 2 (W03, W04)


DKFZ Communication Center
Im Neuenheimer Feld 280
69120 Heidelberg, Germany
 
  • H1.00.028  (W10)


Im Neuenheimer Feld 242
69120 Heidelberg, Germany
 
  • ATV 106  (W02, W06)
  • A0.225 (W11)

 

Social Event Venue on Day 2, 29 April 2026

Neckar River Cruise - Weisse Flotte
Neckarstaden 25
69117 Heidelberg, Germany

We'll meet at the conference venue to walk there together, but you're welcome to walk there yourself, too.

Morning Run on Day 2, 29 April 2026

Meeting Point at 7:00 CEST
Im Neuenheimer Feld 223
69120 Heidelberg, Germany

 

We’ll follow a ~4.2 km route along the Neckar, through the Neuenheimer Feld, and back via the Altstadt. The pace is relaxed and inclusive – everyone is welcome. If you prefer to go faster, feel free to run ahead; the route is available here: https://www.strava.com/routes/3476881065633586266

 

 

Getting There

The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) is well connected and easy to reach by public transportation. For detailed directions and parking information, please refer to the travel information provided by DKFZ, that you can find on on the DKFZ website as well as the links provided below.

Due to limited parking in Neuenheimer Feld, we strongly recommend arriving by public transport. 

 

 

 

Accommodation


Heidelberg offers a wide range of hotels and guesthouses within convenient distance of the conference venue and the city center. Here is a selection of hotels located within convenient distance of the conference venue. Prices are approximate and may vary depending on booking period and availability.

 

B&B Hotel Heidelberg
Address: Rudolf-Diesel-Straße 7, 69115 Heidelberg
Typical single room rate: ~€80–95 / night
Distance to venue: ~3 km
Public transport: approx. 23–28 min
https://www.hotel-bb.com/de

MEININGER Hotel Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
Address: Carl-Benz-Straße 2/1, 69115 Heidelberg
Typical single room rate: ~€50–90 / night
Distance to venue: ~3 km
Public transport: approx. 22–25 min
https://book.meininger-hotels.com/reservations/hotel

Hotel Central
Address: Kaiserstraße 75, 69115 Heidelberg
Typical single room rate: ~€65–89 / night
Distance to venue: ~1.6 km
Public transport: approx. 14–17 min
https://www.hotelcentral-heidelberg.info

Denner Hotel Heidelberg
Address: Bergheimer Straße 8, 69115 Heidelberg
Typical single room rate: ~€58–81 / night
Distance to venue: ~2.5 km
Public transport: approx. 20–24 min
https://denner.heidelbergehotel.com

 

We recommend booking early, as Heidelberg is a popular conference and tourist destination.