URS 2026
Advancing Urology Together: Freiburg 2026 – Collaboration, Innovation, Excellence
October 8-10, 2026
Freiburg, Germany
About the Event
We are delighted to announce the 2026 Urological Research Society (URS) Meeting, taking place October 8-10, 2026, in the beautiful university city of Freiburg, Germany, at the gateway to the Black Forest.
Freiburg is renowned for its strong academic tradition, vibrant research environment, and exceptional quality of life. Nestled between vineyards and the Black Forest, the city offers a unique blend of scientific excellence, historic charm, and outstanding natural surroundings. Freiburg is also easily accessible, with frequent train connections via the major international airport in Frankfurt or the regional airport in Basel.
In addition to an exciting scientific program, the meeting will offer opportunities to experience the region. A special highlight will be a guided mountain bike tour through the Black Forest. Alternatively, participants may choose hiking tours or wellness activities, providing options for all preferences while continuing scientific exchange in a relaxed setting.
We look forward to welcoming you to Freiburg for stimulating science, collegial discussions, and a memorable meeting experience.
Markus Grabbert & Christian Gratzke
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Schedule
October 8 - 10
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Thursday
Welcome Dinner at Freiburg Old Town
Hotel Oberkirchs Weinstuben
Münsterplatz 22; 79098 Freiburg
19:00
Friday
Scientific Symposium
Colombi Hotel
08:30 – 15:00 (coffee break – 10:30 and lunch break – 12:30)
Afternoon Activity
16:00 Bus transfer to afternoon activity
Excursion to Kaiserstuhl – the most Southern wine region of Germany and visit of the
Fritz Keller winery.
Dinner
19:00
Winzerhaus Rebstock
Badbergstr. 23; 79235 Vogtsburg-Oberbergen
Saturday
Scientific Symposium
Colombi Hotel
08:30 – 14:00 (coffee break – 10:30 and lunch break – 12:30)
Afternoon Activity
16:00 Black Forest Biking Tour
Dinner
20:00
Schlossbergrestaurant Dattler
Am Schlossberg 1; 79104 Freiburg
Sunday
Leave at any time
Meet the Board
The Urological Research Society (URS) is led by a distinguished board of experts dedicated to advancing research and innovation in urology. With decades of combined experience in clinical practice, academic research, and medical education, our board members bring invaluable insight and leadership to the society.
Co- President
Assistant Professor of Urology, University of Freiburg
Secretary
Director of the Centre of Applied Urological Research
Co-President & Treasurer
Professor and Chair at the Department of Urology at the Albert-Ludwigs-University
Past President
Professor and Chair at the Department of Urology, Nagoya University
Membership Chair
Executive Committee Member
Surgical Uro-Oncologist, Austin Health
Executive Committee Member
Division Director, Urologic Oncology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Executive Committee Member
Professor,
Department of Urology, Seoul St. Mary’s hospital
Medical college, The Catholic University of Korea
Register Today
Please register for yourself and each guest that will be attending with you by clicking on the button below – you will be taken to a different website maintained by our hosts where you can pay for registration
Our Sponsors
It is not possible to host these events without helping hands. We have several sponsors who volunteer to help us physically and financially to make things happen.
