Dijon stands out as a hub for health innovation, combining scientific excellence, industrial dynamism, and the French art of living. As a university city and regional capital, it aims to become a leading destination for medical and scientific congresses.
Driven by the Santenov cluster, Dijon brings together 150 companies, 6,000 jobs, and a top-tier academic network (CHU Dijon Bourgogne, Université Bourgogne Europe, INSERM, CNRS). URGO, a leader in medical devices, works alongside startups and research labs specializing in personalized medicine, radiotheranostics, regenerative therapies, and bioproduction. This rich ecosystem offers organizers high-level speakers and opportunities for immersive site visits and workshops.
Just 1h35 from Paris by high-speed train, Dijon offers optimal accessibility. The Congress Centre and Exhibition Park are just minutes away by tram, ensuring smooth logistics. With 4,500 hotel rooms and over 31,000sqm of modular, high-tech spaces—including a 610-seat amphitheatre and a 1,600-seat auditorium—the city meets the highest standards for large-scale events.
Dijon also shines in sustainable gastronomy. Home to the International City of Gastronomy and Wine and UNESCO-listed vineyards, it’s a key location for events on agroecology and food transitions.
Beyond scientific sessions, Dijon turns every event into a sensory journey. The International City of Gastronomy and Wine, historic wine estates, and Michelin-starred restaurants provide prestigious settings for receptions. As a gourmet capital nestled in the UNESCO-listed Burgundy vineyard landscapes, Dijon offers tastings, heritage tours, and wine experiences that enrich social programs and elevate the congress experience.
Issue #20 – November 2025