Coastal charm
Situated on the Oder River near the Baltic Sea, Szczecin is known for its waterfront promenades, vibrant marina and a maritime heritage that still shapes the city's grain.
Oder · main waterway~65 km · to the Baltic
— DESTINATIONEDITION I · 2027
Szczecin,Poland.
The Host CityA focused city,
A focused city,
by design
Szczecin sits on the Oder River near the Baltic, two hours by train from Berlin and within comfortable reach of Northern and Central European hubs. Its scale is part of the offer: unlike high-density metropolitan centres, the city provides conditions conducive to concentration, networking and extended academic discussion.
The 2027 Congress is held under the honorary patronage of the President of the City of Szczecin and the City of Szczecin.
The Venues
Two stages, one congress
Day one opens with a gala at the Filharmonia. Days two and three move to the Courtyard by Marriott — modern conference infrastructure, walking distance from your room. Two settings, one continuous programme.
Day 1 · 21 October 2027 · Opening & Gala
EU Mies van der Rohe Award · 2015An evening at the Philharmonic
Where the congress opens.
The Congress inaugurates with a spectacular Opening Ceremony and Gala Concert at the Filharmonia im. Mieczysława Karłowicza w Szczecinie — one of the most celebrated concert halls in contemporary European architecture.
Designed by Estudio Barozzi Veiga and awarded the EU Prize for Contemporary Architecture – Mies van der Rohe Award in 2015, the Philharmonic blends architectural excellence with exceptional acoustic performance. Its luminous, faceted silhouette has become one of the city's signature landmarks — a setting that naturally extends scientific dialogue beyond the formal programme.
ArchitectEstudio Barozzi Veiga
AwardMies van der Rohe, 2015
Capacity~ 950 seats, main hall
ProgrammeOpening & Gala Concert
Addressul. Małopolska 48 · 70-515 Szczecin · Poland
Open in Maps Days 2–3 · 22–23 October 2027 · Scientific Sessions
Marriott InternationalWorking days at the Courtyard
Where the science happens.
The full scientific programme — plenaries, parallel symposia and workshops — runs at the Courtyard by Marriott Szczecin City: a modern, full-service conference hotel built around a single concourse, with a plenary hall, breakout rooms for parallel sessions, and integrated catering and networking areas all on one floor.
Operated under Marriott International, the Courtyard provides a controlled, high-standard environment suitable for international medical and scientific events — and its sister property, Moxy Szczecin City, sits within the same complex.
The result is a single integrated space: no daily commuting, no transfers between hotel and venue, and increased availability for networking and informal meetings.
OperatorMarriott International
FormatPlenary & parallel sessions
CateringOn-site, full-service
AdjacentMoxy Szczecin City
AddressBrama Portowa II · 70-225 Szczecin · Poland
Open in Maps 
The integrated complexSessions and accommodation, under one roof
Reserve accommodation Both Courtyard and Moxy operate within the Marriott International portfolio, with consistent international service standards and walking-distance access between them. Reserve a room in either property to keep your day to a single corridor.
Discover Szczecin
Three reasons to arrive early
A coastal city with quiet ambition — water on one side, forest on the other, and a cultural quarter that has earned its place on the map twice in a decade.
Cultural capital
Home to internationally acclaimed architecture, museums and the Philharmonic, Szczecin has undergone a remarkable cultural renaissance over the past two decades. The city has evolved into a modern urban and academic centre — a natural setting for scientific dialogue that continues beyond formal sessions.
Mies van der Rohe · 2015Dialogue Centre · 2016
Well connected
Located near the German border, just two hours from Berlin by rail, Szczecin combines international accessibility with a low-congestion, focused environment. Direct flights via Szczecin–Goleniów and easy links from Warsaw put the city comfortably within reach of all of Northern and Central Europe.
Berlin · 2 h by railWarsaw · 5 h by rail
Location
Find us in Szczecin
Szczecin is located in northwestern Poland, approximately 130 km from Berlin, and is easily accessible by air, rail and road.
Getting Here
By air, rail or road
Three sensible ways in. The local airport handles direct connections to several European hubs; for routes it does not cover, Berlin Brandenburg is two hours away with frequent rail and coach links.
i.
By air
PrimarySzczecin–Goleniów (SZZ)
HubBerlin Brandenburg (BER)
ShuttleCoordinated congress transfers
ii.
By rail
BerlinBerlin Hbf → Szczecin Główny
WarsawWarszawa Centralna → Szczecin Główny
LocalSzczecin Główny station
iii.
By road
BerlinA6 (BAB 11) motorway
WarsawA2 → S3 corridor
ParkingCourtyard & Philharmonic car parks
Practical NotesPlain answers,
Plain answers,
before you book
A short reference for delegates, accompanying persons and partners arriving in Szczecin for the first time.
Time zone
Central European Time, CET (UTC+1). The Congress falls in the CEST → CET transition weekend; clocks roll back one hour overnight on Sunday.
Currency
Polish Złoty (PLN). Cards are accepted everywhere; major hotels quote rooms in EUR. ATMs widely available; tip culture is light (~10%).
Languages
Polish is the official language; English is fluent at the Philharmonic, the Courtyard, partner hotels and most restaurants in the centre.
Visa
Poland is part of the Schengen Area. Most EU, UK, US, Canadian and Australian passport holders enter without a visa for short stays. Letter of invitation available on request.
Climate
October in Szczecin: average 9–14 °C. Bring a coat for the evenings; the gala dress code is smart casual to evening attire.
Accessibility
The Philharmonic is fully step-free. Accessible seating, hearing loops and accessible restrooms are available throughout. Please flag specific access requirements with the registration office in advance.