Discover Northern Bavaria’s Hidden MedTech Hotspot Upper Franconia
Excellent Infrastructure Meets Strong Local Networks
15-17 June 2026

Travel with a MedTech trade delegation to Northern Bavaria. Experience Upper Franconia and uncover first-hand exclusive opportunities for networking, collaboration and business expansion. The event is hosted by the government of Upper Franconia, Invest in Bavaria and Germany Trade & Invest, supported by BETTER DAY event & promotion GmbH.

Upper Franconia – a strong Bavarian region
In Bavaria, more than 1,000 specialised, predominately mid-sized MedTech companies and suppliers generate around 10 billion euros annually. This corresponds to over 3% of global medical technology production proudly bearing the quality seal “Made in Bavaria”.

Upper Franconia, a hidden hotspot, is home to many companies in the medical technology sector. Specialised universities and colleges within the TechnologieAllianzOberfranken (TAO) complement the region’s dense network of companies.The close collaboration between research and industry facilitates the targeted development of innovative products. The Medical Valley cluster located in the immediate vicinity supports companies in developing and certifying new products and facilitates connections with regional research institutions. The region also offers a high quality of life and an attractive living environment with breathtaking natural landscapes. It is well known as a region of culinary excellence.

Success factors at a glance

• A strong and diverse MedTech industry landscape
• Innovation driven by research institutions and the Medical Valley cluster 
• High quality of life with a vibrant international cultural offering
• Invest in Bavaria is the business location agency of the Free State of Bavaria and supports companies in establishing or expanding their operations in Bavaria. The service is free of charge.

Deadline to apply: 10th April 2026

You can learn more about the trade delegation trip here.