One of my colleagues tried to check in after 11pm using the self-service system it found is booking, asked him to enter my address, and then when pressed to confirm it said it couldn’t process my check-in. This happened to another colleague arriving late due to flight delays -the system is unreliable/faulty, which is a particular issue when the check-in desk is unmanned. Both had to use the hotel's emergency number. Overall the hotel was clean and service was ok.
International Hardware Fair 2026
About the event
Update
Eisenwarenmesse 2026 will occur between the 3rd and 6th of March 2026 as a face-to-face trade exhibition. The event will not have strict coronavirus safeguards due to the country lifting its pandemic restrictions.
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 2762 exhibitors and 47424 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.
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You’re the best! Thankyou 😊
Anuga 2023
Hello George,
Motel One Koln-Waidmarkt was a very good option for us.
Giulia
Anuga 2023
Price / quality ration very good, spacious and clean room. Breakfast simple but more than enough. Nice lobby and friendly staff. Only negative point is the noise at night in the rooms facing the street, very difficult to rest. I was lucky to face the interior areas but my colleagues had trouble sleeping.
Hi Mark,
Yes, we came back last Friday. The hotel was good and well located next to the underground and near the city center. To keep in mind for the next Chillventa! Thanks!
Best regards,
Marike Stirnemann Export Customer Account Manager
An excellent hotel, with good rooms and a great outdoor space. Very welcoming.
Dear Megan
Thank You For Your Amail. Every Thing Was Ok, The Hotel Improve Comparing 2 Years Ago
Bst Rgds
Maurizio
Hi Megan,
Everything was going as planned, the service was excellent.
I will be attending the "Koln Kind und Jugend" and "Nuremberg Spielwaremesse" next year. If you have something that matches, please send it my way.
Thank you and best regards,
Tony Shih
Kind + Jugend 2023
I haven't heard anything from them and I assume everything was great. The service that Mr. Tom Parker provided was excellent.
Dear Michael
Many thanks –that’s much appreciated and please do apologise to George again for me - for not being able to get back to him sooner.
I look forward to speaking again soon and with best wishes to all as always.
Julian
Hello Michael,
George did great job, everything went well.
Alessia Bertani
Hello Michelle,
Everything went well, no problem at all.
Mr Ivan Larsen