Many thanks to Mr Tom Parker from GoFair throughout the whole process of searching for a suitable hotel. The hotel is located perfectly good- just 10 minutes walking up to the Messe, or several minutes by train. The interior layouts are also very good. The rooms are spacious, comfortable bed, shower room etc...A good room service. The only minus there is extremely poor breakfast that really should be improved.

International Hardware Fair 2026

Book hotels online for International Hardware Fair 2026
Book nowAbout the event
Update
Eisenwarenmesse 2026 will occur between the 3rd and 6th of March 2026 as a face-to-face trade exhibition in Messe Cologne.
Preface
Eisenwarenmesse (International Hardware Fair or International Hardware Fair Cologne) is among the leading tools and industrial supplies industry events. It is the meeting location for well-known and start-up companies in the sector. The fair is also the central hub for learning about innovations and meeting with buyers. Founded in 1971, the fair occurs biannually in Messe Cologne in Cologne. The International Hardware Fair Cologne often sets attendance number records. For example, one edition included 2 762 exhibitors and 47 424 visitors. Trade delegates represented around 143 nations. Among them are countries such as Germany, the United States, Canada, and India.
About International Hardware Fair Cologne
Eisenwarenmesse is an exhibition that can help professionals achieve several important goals. Such include, for instance, forming new connections and maintaining previous ones. The Eisenwarenmesse helps to complete such goals through its exhibition and support programme. The fair features an exhibition of around 144 000 m2 of event space. The show floor has four primary sectors - Tools, Fasteners, Industrial supplies, and Home Improvement.
The International Hardware Fair features as one of its highlights the EISEN Forum, where leading expert speakers discuss the most up-to-date innovations. The Forum takes place on all four days of the fair, with each day having its line-up of lectures. Often, the topics focus on details such as digitalisation, e-commerce, and Industry 4.0. Another event of interest is the Start-up Village. This is the exhibition zone for start-up companies. It is also where they can host live presentations to an interested audience. The DIY Boulevard is similar in intent, as it showcases DIY companies. These include professionals who create and supply tools for DIY projects.
The support program of Eisenwarenmesse also includes the EISEN Innovation Award. During the Award, nominees in several categories compete for the innovation prize. The jury selects each winner based on the innovation level of the product. The divisions include tools, fixing and fastening technologies, and industrial supply.
Eisenwarenmesse’s exhibitors include leading companies such as:
- ACME;
- Baymax;
- Baier Elektrowerkzeuge;
- BORA Tool;
- Boeck;
- Energizer;
- Viking;
- Kaufland e-commerce GmbH;
- Markator;
- Rexon;
- Schumacher Europe;
- Shopware AG.
The International Hardware Fair is the meeting hub for attendees from many industries. These include the hand and power tools and DIY sectors. It also attracts the fittings and industrial supply segments. The fasteners and fixing and industry services sector likewise attend the fair. Eisenwarenmesse similarly attracts trade visitors such as tool, security, and hardware specialists. Also, it receives professionals working at department/discount stores. Many commercial end-users, constructors, architects and mail-order specialists visit Eisenwarenmesse to find new tools.
Eisenwarenmesse Accommodation
Procure suitable accommodation for International Hardware Fair before all the good deals are taken with Travel 2 Fairs Ltd. All that is necessary is to inform us about the rooms you need, how much you wish to spend, and your desired location. Travel 2 Fairs Ltd manages the rest. Reserve lodgings adjacent to Messe Cologne and gain valuable access to public transport. We can advise you on the best routes to take to the venue. Aside from affordable hotel accommodation for exhibitions, we also provide transport services. One way to travel to your hotel is to have a rent-a-car wait for you at the airport. Another is to schedule an airport transfer in both directions.
Event information might be outdated because of the coronavirus pandemic. More information is available from the organiser.
Past Iterations
International Hardware Fair 2022
The International Hardware Show 2022 took place between the 25th and 28th of September 2022 in a hybrid format. It received around 25 000 visitants from 125 countries and approximately 1 400 exhibitor firms from 50 countries. Over 70% of the visitors were from abroad.
International Hardware Fair 2024
The International Hardware Show 2024 occurred between the 3rd and 6th of March 2024 in a live trade expo format. It received more than 3 200 exhibiting firms from 55 nations and 38 000 visitants from 133 countries. 92% of the exhibiting and over 70% of the visiting groups were from abroad.
47,424
visitors
2762
exhibitors
87%
international exhibitors
Our visitors for the event


Dear Ben,
I had great time during my stay in B&B Hotel Düsseldorf.
I will give you feedback later as regards Gulf food exhibition 2024.
Best regards
Anuga 2023

Excellant service from Megan Moore to book a hotel
Anuga 2023

Dear Tom,
Thanks for the follow up, everything went well!
Could you please make us a proposal for the edition of Vitafoods 2025 in Barcelona?
Close to the exhibition center or close to a metro station joining directly the convention center.
Thanks in advance.
Vitafoods Europe & Finished Products Expo - 2024

Tom and his team have been very helpful by finding a good hotel option close to the fair by train with affordable prices. Good job and let's keep in touch for the next fair

Dear Benjamin,
thank you for your e-mail.
The stay in Morges was nice and we were quite happy with the hotel and its location.
I wish you a nice week.
Vitafoods Europe & Finished Products Expo - 2024

Hello Michelle,
I hope you're well too.
Thank you for this information, everything went very well with the Moxy hotel.
I'll be sure to get back to you if I have any other requests.
Have a nice day
ProWein - 2024

Dear George,
Thank you for your email.
Please be informed by Mr Chen that the AC Hotel Som by Marriott okay.
Have a nice weekend!
Thank you very much for your attention.
Seafood Expo Global - 2024

Dear Ellie,
Greetings to you! Hope you’re doing fine.
Yes, my boss had gone for the event. It was a successful trip for him.
Initially, I believe there was some confusion with the hotel booking on the hotels part but it was sorted out later.
Currently no plans yet, however, if we do need help we will be in touch.
Thank you to your team and Ms. Ellie for her support.

Michael, thank you so much for your support, your service is amazing.
The Hotel is not close to Medica.
Regards,

Working with Michelle from Travel to Fairs is pure pleasure. We had the opportunity to cooperate on several trips to the fair and all the hotels in which we had reservations met our expectations. We feel well taken care of and we will definitely use their services in the future.

Dear Nick,
I'm sorry I could not answer the phone. I was not in business last week, so I'm in a big crowd.
He wants to thank you again for your accommodation.
In Frankfurt, we were very nice. The hotel is close to the fairground and the city center. Rooms are very nice, clean and neat.
Frankfurt is arranged. I hope we stay in touch, and maybe we will be back together with the accommodation
Great regards, Amela
Our Clients





