VENUE SELECTION
World Orphan Drug Congress Europe 2025 will be held at the RAI Convention Centre in Amsterdam.

RAI Amsterdam looks to plays an active role in addressing the most urgent global challenges, striving to balance the three key dimensions of sustainable development – economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social inclusion.

Find out more about how the RAI Convention Centre  is being more sustainable here.

ACCESSIBILITY
RAI Amsterdam has special facilities to receive visitors with reduced mobility or disabilities as easy as possible.

RAI Amsterdam is accessible for guests using a wheelchair. The aisles at the show floor are spacious and the surface is flat. Elevators and disability toilets are available. The venue also has several parking spaces for the disabled. You need a disabled pass to make use of such a parking space.

ACCOMMODATION CHOICES
The World Orphan Drug Congress recommends eco-certified local hotels committed to minimizing environmental impact, ensuring a greener stay for attendees. We partner with RAI Hotel Services for exclusive deals on accommodation near the venue, with a 'Green hotel' filter available.

Book your green hotel through our partner  here.

TRAVEL OPTIONS

The best way to get around the city centre is by foot. With that said, Amsterdam’s bike culture makes cycling the easiest green option with 500km of cycling paths. For rentals, Black Bikes (Maasstraat 106–108) offers city bikes, e-bikes and cargo bikes, and is open daily 09:00–18:00.

The Amsterdam RAI railway station is located a stone's throw from the venue. Just a 3 minute walk from their complex, the station is easily accessible by train. You can also travel by tram, metro or bus, whereby the Amsterdam Travel Ticket gives you unlimited travel around the city.

RESPONSIBLE CONTRACTORS
World Orphan Drug Congress collaborates with contractors like Freeman, renowned for sustainability and accessibility, holding ISO 20121 and ISO 14001 certifications. Freeman is also a founding member of the Net Zero Carbon Events initiative, reinforcing its commitment to minimizing event carbon footprints. At the World Vaccine Congress, we are committed to using sustainable materials for our onsite signage and show-ready stands. 

PAPERLESS INITIATIVE
The World Orphan Drug Congress has adopted a fully paperless approach, significantly reducing paper waste, energy consumption, and transportation emissions while exploring innovative communication methods. All event information including the conference program can be found on the event app. 

CARBON EMISSIONS TRACKING

The World Orphan Drug Congress monitors carbon emissions from attendee travel, waste, and energy use through the Trace platform. We are committed to reducing the event’s carbon footprint while keeping stakeholders informed of our progress.