Dates & Events

Here you will find upcoming dates & events of the HKC and related events of interest

21. April 2026

Heavy Rainfall and Flooding: Information Event on Hazard Prevention and Self-Protection in the Rheinisch-Bergisch District

On April 21, 2026, the Rheinisch-Bergisch district, together with the city of Bergisch Gladbach, is inviting the public to an information event on hazard prevention and self-protection in the event of heavy rainfall and flooding. In addition to expert presentations and a panel discussion, visitors can also expect an accompanying exhibition with practical information on precautionary measures.

09. June 2026

Symposium "Changing port cities" in Hamburg

HPA Hamburg Polder GmbH and HKC cordially invite you to an exciting event dedicated to the challenges and solutions surrounding flood protection in port cities. The event will take place in Hamburg from June 9 at 12:00 p.m. to June 10, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.

02. July 2026

Conference Takes Stock Five Years After the 2021 Flood

Five years after the devastating flood of 2021, the academic conference “Five Years After the 2021 Flood – Changing Research Perspectives” will take place on 2–3 July 2026 at Koblenz University of Applied Sciences, Remagen Campus.

07. September 2026

TERRAenVISION 2026: International Conference on Nature-based Solutions

The international TERRAenVISION conference will take place at the University of Trier from 7 to 10 September 2026. The event brings together science, practice and politics to discuss nature-based solutions for agriculture, water and urban management, as well as climate and risk issues.