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ACNAP 2026, Sophia-Antipolis (France), 12 - 13 June
Plan ahead for a successful congress
From hotels to travels and other practical tips, get ready with ease
Next June, ACNAP 2026 will bring together professionals who provide direct patient care, most closely to the patients. Some with prescribing and commissioning skills, nurses, chief nurses, directors of cardiovascular centres who are responsible for implementing policy, and researchers who shape the future of practice through novel and high-quality evidence.
We look forward to welcoming you all at The European Heart House in Sophia-Antipolis (France). This is the centre of the ESC and is ideally located in the natural surroundings on the French Riviera.
We invite you to visit this page regularly, as it will be continuously updated until the congress begins.
Our commitment is to help you prepare your attendance and make the most of the congress.
Plan your journey to the congress centre
The congress venue
The congress takes place at the headquarter of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC):
European Heart House
Les Templiers
2035, Route des Colles
06903, Sophia Antipolis - France
Get information on the different ways to get to Sophia-Antipolis, practical tips to get around the venue and tricks that will make your journey faster and easier.
A customised invitation letter for visa purposes is available for delegates with a confirmed registration that has been paid in full.
Book your hotel
Take advantage of booking online with our official housing agency and benefit from negotiated competitive rates. See more on hotel booking.
Don't miss key deadlines
Register early to save the most
The deadline to benefit from the early registration fee is 8 April.
The late registration fee applies from 9 April to 6 May.
ACNAP Members save even more!
Share your science on time
- Abstract submission: 19 November 2025 - 29 January 2026, 12:00 (noon) CET
- Clinical Case submission: 19 November 2025 - 5 February 2026, 12:00 (noon) CET
This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your work, engage with peers and leaders in your field, receive feedback and build meaningful connections.
Create your Programme
Get a general overview of all sessions taking place during the congress
- Sign in (in the top right corner of the screen) with your My ESC login and password, to personalise your programme
- Add sessions you don’t want to miss in your programme: click on the bookmark icon. The session will be saved in “My Programme”
- Important: In the online programme, the timing is CEST
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Spread the word
Your voice has the power to inspire, motivate, and lead the way forward
To help amplify your impact, we’ve created a promotional toolkit filled with resources to support your outreach.
Share key deadlines, connect with peers and inspire your network to join #ACNAP26
During the congress
More information coming soon
ACNAP Corner - Meet your association
The Association of Cardiovascular Nursing & Allied Professions (ACNAP) organises the congress and supports the ACNAP community all year long.
Discover ACNAP initiatives and meet with your association representatives on the ACNAP Corner, the place to get informed about ACNAP activities, its membership and network with other delegates or take a photo with your colleagues at the photo booth.
- Collect your congress goodies
- A selfie wall with fun accessories will be there so bring your colleagues and go home with a souvenir of your time et the Heart House.
ACNAP Silver Members enjoy significant savings and a special congress experience! Not a Silver Member yet? Join now or onsite.
ACNAP Members Lounge
- Relax and recharge
- Enjoy a free cup of coffee and a fresh fruit while you chat with old and new friends
- Meet key opinion leaders
Sustainability at ACNAP Congress
We look forward to making ACNAP Congress a model of sustainability and inclusivity, in line with ESC's commitment to environmental responsibility.
Bring your water bottles - Together, let's reduce waste: don't forget your water bottle! Water refill points will be available throughout the conference.
Several eco-friendly initiatives are implemented during congresses.
After the congress
Watch again or view the sessions you have missed.
All the congress resources, except the workshops and the moderated abstracts and clinical cases, will be available on-demand for all the delegates through ESC 365 from 26 June until 10 July 2026.
After this date, congress resources will be available for ACNAP members only. Not yet a member? Join us now!
Certificate of attendance
Your certificate of attendance will be available after congress in your My ESC account. More coming soon.
Do you have questions?
If you have read the above and have a question do not hesitate to contact us.
We're always here to help you.
More to explore
Registration
Make the most of the early fees as well as special fees for local residents, students and those in training.
Call for Science
Boost your career by submitting your abstract or clinical case!
Scientific Programme
Explore session types, special tracks, and browse the programme.
ACNAP Congress Resources
More on resources from previous editions.
ACNAP Connect
Celebrate ACNAP 2026 in style on 12 June.
Hotels
Take advantage of booking online with our official housing agency
Environmental Sustainability
Discover our sustainable initiatives at ACNAP congress