Find all information for a successful and safe trip to Cologne and gamescom in our GamesMarkt survival guide. Whether you are looking for food on site or sightseeing in Cologne, no matter if you need to call an ambulance or are looking for accessibility assistance: We have collected all the contacts you need.

Emergency Contacts At One Glance

  • Messewache (security office) North: +49 221 821-2551

Messewache (security office) East: +49 221 821-2550

Emergency Police Hotline (nation-wide): 110

Medical Help (nation-wide): +49 116 117

European Distress Call: 112

You can find further information about emergency contacts, hospitals, pharmacies and more on our dedicated contact collection page.

getting around gamescom

You can find all info on accessibility at gamescom, locations for toilets, elevators etc., and tips and tricks to find your way between consumer and business area in our dedicated guide.

gamescom hall plan.

Getting around Cologne

Looking for food, or don't know what's possible with your gamescom ticket and the Cologne transportation services? Check our guide here.

Exhibitor To-Dos

If you are exhibiting at gamescom, there are some crucial steps you need to take so your exhibition appearance becomes a success. Especially in youth protection, there are some requirements coming your way when you show a game or even a trailer. Check our in-depth interview with the German Youth-Protecting Self-Control USK about these requirements.

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