Frankfurt, strategically nestled in the FrankfurtRhineMain metropolitan region, stands tall as one of the premier conference destinations in Germany and Europe. This dynamic city, known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere and colourful diversity, has been a central hub of transport, trade and commerce for over 800 years. Today, Frankfurt continues to be a fertile ground for not only finance, but creative ideas and innovative thinking, and all that offers an ideal environment for business events. Accessibility and innovation Frankfurt’s ease of accessibility, attractive event locations, and a plethora of accommodation options make it an exemplary location for conferences and trade shows. The city’s well-established infrastructure and robust industry networks also feed in to a scenario for creating successful events. Economic powerhouse Financial Sector: Frankfurt is the financial heart of Europe, hosting approximately 260 banks and 160 insurance companies. This financial prowess contributes significantly to the city’s status as a leading business event destination. Germany’s fifth largest city is the country’s financial hub and also hosts one of the world’s top five stock markets. Frankfurt is also home to the European Central Bank, as well as Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank. Chemical and Pharmaceutical Industry: The Rhine-Main region encompasses the entire value chain of the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors. Industriepark Höchst, home to over 90 companies with 22,000 employees, is a key component of this industrial landscape. Logistics and Transport: Frankfurt’s state-of-the-art logistics and transport infrastructure connects international air, road, rail, and inland water transport. This sector is pivotal, providing numerous jobs and facilitating seamless business operations. DHL which is based at Frankfurt Airport is constructing a new air cargo centre, expected to open there in mid-2025. Frankfurt is also the main hub for German flag carrier, Lufthansa. Information and Communication Technology: Known as Europe’s Silicon Valley, Frankfurt generates over 40% of the sales revenue of Europe’s top-grossing software companies. It is also a crucial internet hub, with DE-CIX handling 90% of German and 35% of European internet traffic. Creative Industries: Frankfurt is a thriving hub for communication agencies and the gaming sector. The city hosts a high concentration of game developers and publishers, unparalleled in Germany. The Frankfurt Economic Development initiative supports creative thinkers and start-ups, fostering innovation and growth. Green and sustainable Frankfurt is renowned for its unique skyline and expansive green spaces, including the Stadtwald, one of the world’s largest municipal forests. Approximately half of the city is natural, and 80% of residents live within 300 metres of green space. The event industry in Frankfurt is increasingly embracing sustainability with a growing trend towards ‘green meetings’. Numerous event venues are officially certified for their eco-friendly practices, and new building projects prioritise sustainability from inception. The local hotel industry also contributes by responsibly using natural resources. Frankfurt’s compact size and efficient public transport system facilitate green mobility. The city’s Congress and Congress Combination Tickets enable unlimited use of public transport, promoting environment-friendly travel. Scheduled for 30-31 October, 2024, the IMPACT FESTIVAL at Messe Frankfurt will be the largest B2B event for sustainable innovations in Europe. It aims to showcase sustainable solutions, inspire networking, and equip participants to tackle the challenges of a transforming event industry. Messe Frankfurt Messe Frankfurt, home to the European edition of the IMEX trade show, is a major player in the global exhibition and event industry, operating one of the largest exhibition centres and organising numerous exhibitions, congresses, and events. Committed to ecological, social, and economic responsibility, Messe Frankfurt is steadily advancing towards a sustainable future. The Messe offers:
- 11 show halls
- 4 congress and event venues
- 400,000sqm of floor space
- Prime location in the city centre
- 12,000 hotel rooms within walking distance
- Hosts 250 guest events annually
- Comprehensive services for event organisers
Kap Europa: This certified sustainable congress centre can accommodate up to 2,400 guests and offers excellent public transport connections. Congress Center: The largest and most flexible venue in Frankfurt, it can host up to 3,400 guests with additional capacity available through adjacent locations. Festhalle: A multifunctional hall that can host up to 15,000 people for a variety of events, from concerts to gala dinners. Jutta Heinrich, director of the Frankfurt Convention Bureau, tells CMW: “Frankfurt ranks among the leading congress destinations of Germany. With its ease of accessibility, attractive event venues, countless accommodation establishments and industry-relevant business networks, it provides the ideal preconditions for congresses and conferences of every size and variety. Our bustling metropolis is wonderfully diverse, colourfully cosmopolitan and highly dynamic. Around 180 nations live here peacefully side by side. “With its international character and long history as an international centre of trade and commerce, Frankfurt exudes an inspirational atmosphere for innovative thought and creative ideas. When organising events, planners not only benefit from our team’s locational expertise, but also from our vast network of accommodation establishments, event venues, service providers and representatives from the fields of politics, business, and science. Providing tickets for sustainable travel with the local public transport system is just as much a part of our work as supporting our local partners in implementing and presenting their sustainability measures as well as setting new standards to ensure a lasting impact of events in our city. Here, our aim is always to set a good example.” The city’s unique blend of tradition and modernity certainly continues to attract global business leaders, fostering a vibrant and forward-thinking event landscape. For guests who want to escape the busy crowds at Frankfurt Airport, the Rhine-Main-Area offers plenty of possibilities. The Taunus, a mountain range outside of Frankfurt with many hiking trails of all lengths and levels or the Rheingau, a nearby wine region which offers countless possibilities to visit cozy towns and wineries, are great for recreational activities of any kind. Rüdesheim am Rhein is the perfect destination if you want to experience the historic charm or take a ride on the cableway to enjoy panoramic views. Countless castles in the Rhine-Main-Area invite you to travel back in time and cities like Mainz, Wiesbaden or even Heidelberg are easily accessible via public transport.n
