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Your guide to Messe Frankfurt

Pre-show guide for CPHI Frankfurt

Essential information

Messe Frankfurt
28 - 30 October 2025

Whether it's your first time, or you're a loyal attendee, here’s our insider’s guide on everything you need to make the most of your time at CPHI Frankfurt.

Experience Frankfurt

Pre-arrival checklist

Don't forget to schedule some fun and share your memories on social media with #CPHIFrankfurt

Print ahead

Print your pass at home & skip the queue

Color-coded entry & exit

Remember which color entrance you use - you'll need it for coat check and to find your way out when leaving the show.

The Event Planner app

Download the app and update your profile asap!

Share via LinkedIn

Let your network know you're coming to CPHI Frankfurt!

What to pack!!

- A refillable water bottle
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A power bank to keep your batteries charged
- A nice outfit for networking events

Travel & getting to Frankfurt

Opening hours

In-person

Day 1: 28 October: 10:00 - 18:30*

Day 2: 29 October: 10:00 - 18:30*

Day 3: 30 October: 10:00 - 16:00*

Access times vary by pass type:

Exhibitors: from 8:00 AM

Leaders: (Leader, Platinum, Networking) from 8:30 AM

Explorer Pass: from 9:00 AM

Standard Pass: from 10:00 AM

Event location

Messe Frankfurt

Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Two shuttle routes will run from 8.00-18.30 across all event days, helping you move between halls efficiently.

Messe Frankfurt has 5 entrances! Torhaus Entrance (blue) is where the S-Bahn stops and will be very busy! We advise that you check out other entrances that are closer to your zone of preference.

Tip: Early arrivals at Torhaus Entrance (blue) cannot be accommodated. Plan your arrival time to match the access time on your pass.

Tip: Platinum leaders should enter at the Congress Entrance (purple) and Leaders should enter at the City Entrance (green) for the best entry experience.

Hotel accommodation

Browse hotels and accommodations

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Travel & getting to Frankfurt

Local public transportation (most preferred)

The U-Bahn stops at the City Entrance (green). The S-Bahn will stop at Torhaus Entrance (blue).

Tip: Complimentary public transport is included with Explorer, Leader, Premium Networking Leader, and Platinum Leader Passes.

Train

The Einkaufsbahnhof Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station is only a 20-minute walk to the venue.

Airport

Book your flights to the nearest airport Frankfurt Airport. Take public transportation to arrive at the Portalhaus Entrance (yellow) for € 7.50 (per passenger, per way).

Car

There will be a parking shuttle in place from the Rebstock, but we recommend that you take public transportation in as they will fill up fast!

The Venue: Messe Frankfurt

Don’t just plan to arrive. Plan where to start.

We want to make sure that the moment you step into CPHI Frankfurt, you're ready to shake hands and make the deals that will shape pharma's future.

Venue Map

Join the world’s largest pharma community at Messe Frankfurt to meet, partner and learn.

The Event Planner app

Your smart companion for CPHI

Navigate. Connect. Succeed.

Search, filter, and bookmark sessions that matter most to you.
Message, meet, and make meaningful connections, all before you even arrive.
Build your own schedule in the app and hit the ground running on day one.
Smart search features help you find zones, exhibitors, lounges, and coffee spots with ease.
Get instant updates on session changes, speaker announcements, and trending topics. Real-time updates, zero FOMO.

The numbers

The Event Planner app in 2024

43,000

Direct messages sent ahead of the show
16,000

Requests to meet up sent ahead of the show
63%

Users were active on the app before the show
2,200+

Meetings already booked before the show

CPHI Frankfurt

Messe Frankfurt

Show open days and hours

28 October: 10:00 - 18:30*

29 October: 10:00 - 18:30*

30 October: 10:00 - 16:00*

*Please note that access times vary by pass type:

• Exhibitors: from 8:00 AM
• Leaders (Leader, Platinum Leader, Networking Leader): from 8:30 AM
• Explorer Pass holders: from 9:00 AM
• Standard Pass holders: from 10:00 AM.*

Get in touch

Exhibiting & Sponsorships

Press & Media

Code of conduct

About CPHI

CPHI creates connections and inspires partnerships across the global pharma community. We champion innovation at the heart of pharma at our in-person and online events, granting you access to endless opportunities. Our powerful digital solutions help you to stay connected with your industry at every step in your journey.

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