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Heart Failure 2026, Barcelona & Online, 9 - 12 May
Plan ahead for a successful congress
From hotels to travels and other practical tips, get ready with ease
Next May, Heart Failure 2026 in Barcelona will be the epicentre of progress in heart failure care with world's leading experts sharing breakthrough science, clinical excellence, and transformative innovation.
Our commitment is to help you prepare your attendance and make the most of your congress experience.
We invite you to visit this page regularly, as it will be continuously updated until the congress begins.
Plan your journey to Heart Failure 2026 in Barcelona
The Congress Centre
Fira Gran Via
North Entrance - Hall 8
Carrer del Foc, 37
08038 Barcelona, ES
Book your hotel
Take advantage of booking online with our official housing agency and benefit from negotiated competitive rates.
Travel to Barcelona
Get information on the different ways of transportation, practical tips to go about in the city and tricks that will make your journey faster and easier.
See more on public transport within the city
Don't miss Key deadlines
Register early to save the most
The deadline to benefit from the early registration fee is 9 March. The late registration fee applies from 10 Marchto 9 April. HFA Members save even more! See more on the registration
Visa requirements and invitation letter: If you require a visa, apply early, as biometric appointments can take some times. A customised invitation letter for visa purposes is available for delegates with a confirmation that registration has been paid in full.
Share your science on time
Abstract submission: 21 October 2025 - 8 January 2026, 12:00 (noon) CET
Clinical Case submission: 21 October 2025 - 20 January 2026, 12:00 (noon) CET
Late-Breaking Science submission: 15 December 2025 - 24 February 2026, 12:00 (noon) CEST
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
The Congress Programme Committee is working hard putting together a programme with the latest science and practical tracks presented by international leading experts.
It will be regularly updated.
- Get a general overview of all sessions taking place during the congress
- Sign in (via 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: The programme times are displayed on local times in Belgrade, Serbia.
Please note when you register for Heart Failure 2026 in Barcelona you also get access to key sessions live online and to the full programme on-demand until 26 May.
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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 #HeartFailure26
During the Congress
More information coming soon on all activities beyond the lecture rooms.
More than just science at Heart Failure 2026
With this much exciting science to take in, you might need a few minutes to recharge! HFA Members can stop at the Members Lounge and a dedicated Fellows Room will be available for the Fellows of the HFA. A quiet, connected space to relax or work in. Sit down, have a coffee and chat with old and new friends.
You never know who you’ll see there; get ready to make new connections and benefit from the provided services and setting (catering area, internet corner with printer, self-charging station and HFA journal distribution).
Not an HFA Member yet? It's not too late to join!
Visit the HFA-ESC Stand and find out more about your association:
- How to become a member and make the most of your HFA Membership
- Upcoming certification exam and post-graduate courses
- Webinars, research and publications and HFA Discoveries
Social event
You are invited to attend the networking event on Saturday, 9 May at 18:00, after the Inaugural Session at the congress centre.
Towards a sustainable future together
We look forward to making Heart Failure Congress a model of sustainability and inclusivity, in line with ESC's commitment to environmental responsibility.
Several eco-friendly initiatives are implemented during congresses. Stay tune for more inforamtion
After the congress
Scientific resources
Presentations on-demand, to watch again or view the ones you have missed, will be accessible on the congress platform to all registered delegates until 26 May.
HFA Members and Fellows of the HFA can access these resources on ESC 365, the cardiology knowledge hub, from 27 May and all year long.
Not yet an HFA Member? Join now!
Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credit and Certificate of Attendance
An application will be submitted to the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®). The EACCME® is an institution of the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS). As a reference, Heart Failure 2025 received a maximum of 22.5 European CME Credits (ECMEC®s).
Your CME Certificate will be available after congress in your My ESC account. More coming soon.
Any question?
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
Scientific Programme
Discover the main tracks that will shape your learning experience.
Register early and save!
Make the most of the early fees as well as special fees.
Congress Grants
HFA is offering grants to support healthcare professionals with limited funding, helping you join the congress.
Industry Partners
Discover the latest advancements in the field by participating in a range of activities led by our industry partners.
Call for science
Share breakthrough science and innovative research. Don't miss the submission deadlines!