BAUExpo

Update

BAUExpo 2026 will take place between  February 20th and February 22nd, 2026, in Messe Giessen. 

Calling Card 

BAUExpo is one of the most successful regional platforms for the sale of building and construction materials, equipment, and services. The trade fair provides comprehensive support and services for the public and trade visitors. It’s based in Giessen, Germany and takes place at the Messe Giessen every year at the end of February. BAUExpo supports local manufacturers and provides homeowners with the opportunities to make direct purchases towards completing their renovation and building jobs. Product launches are extremely popular, and exhibitors can make excellent direct sales and generate sales leads. The trade fair also provides a phenomenal support programme where you can get the scoop on the most recent market trends and technologies emerging.  

Business Potential 

So what makes BAUExpo the largest purchasing platform in the region? It’s the richness in the product assortment available. Visitors come in order to discover everything they need to complete a construction project: roofs, walls, facades, windows, doors, gates, interior design and furnishings. You can even find prefabricated and solid houses available for purchase, get ideas on garden and landscape designs and even find everything for home renovation. Professional visitors and buyers come in order to meet face to face with established brands on the local market like BG BAU - Berufsgenossenschaft der Bauwirtschaft, BT Verlag GmbH, Vaillant Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, and Verlag Kastner In der E.Kastner KG. The audience is made up of homeowners alongside trade visitors like developers, contractors, tradespeople, and manufacturers.

Did You Know? 

BAUExpo is highly committed to exploring trends in the future of construction and living. The trade fair has dedicated areas for Smart Home, Security in House and Apartment and Barrier-free Building and Living. One of the more interesting and useful additions is the ENERGIE exhibit on the main show floor. This specialist exhibition targets the demands placed on the construction industry on reducing energy costs and finding more ecologically friendly ways to proceed in the future. A lot of talks and lectures about energy, investments, and funding are held as part of the support programme. At ENERGIE, visitors can see new technologies ranging from bio heating oil and energy renovation to geothermal technology and energy-efficient new building material. 

Your Hotel Room in Giessen 

Over the years, Travel 2 Fairs ltd has sent thousands of business travellers all over the world. We know exactly where to look for a good deal and know Giessen very well. What do you need? To save money at a budget hotel? Want to be right next to Messe Giessen at all costs? Your wish is our command. Book hotels for BAUExpo easily with one call. Whether you’re travelling solo or in a group of over twenty people, we accommodate you at competitive rates. In addition to your online hotel booking for BAUExpo, Travel 2 Fairs ltd also assists you in getting to your hotel. We’re here to organise an airport transfer or provide you with the right car to rent during your stay! 

Past Iterations

BAUExpo 2023

The 27th iteration of BAUExpo signified the event's successful restart. This was due to an extended hiatus caused by the pandemic. The live trade exhibition occurred between 10-12.03.2023 in Messe Giesen. It received more than 10 000 attendants, including over 220 exhibiting firms.

BAUExpo 2024

The 28th iteration of BAUExpo was a live trade exposition that continued the positive trend of the 2023 restart format. It took place between 08-10.03.2024 in Messe Giesen. It received more than 220 exhibiting firms. 

BAUExpo 2025

The 29th iteration of BAUExpo occurred as a live trade expo that took place between 07-09.03.2025 in Messe Giesen. It featured more than 200 exhibiting firms.