Exhibition Stand Köln – Your Stand Builder for Koelnmesse since 1987
In brief
Koelnmesse offers 284,000 m² of exhibition space in 11 halls and around 80 trade fairs a year. EXFAIR has been building exhibition stands here since 1987 – at Anuga, gamescom, imm cologne, interzum and IDS among others.
Koelnmesse at a glance
With around 284,000 m² of exhibition space across 11 halls, Koelnmesse is one of the most significant exhibition venues in Europe. More than 80 trade fairs are held here annually – including world-leading shows such as Anuga (world's largest food trade fair), gamescom (world's largest gaming event), imm cologne (furniture), interzum (furniture production & interior design), IDS (dental), Spoga+Gafa (garden), FSB (sports facilities) and ISM (sweets). Koelnmesse sits directly at Köln Messe/Deutz station – served by ICE and regional trains – and is just minutes from the city center by U-Bahn.
What makes a convincing stand
A standout appearance at Koelnmesse needs a stand that sets the bar for the industry and brings brands to life. EXFAIR has been building stands at Koelnmesse since 1987 – for food producers, furniture brands, gaming studios and dental suppliers of every size.
Last updated: September 2026. Prices and lead times are guide values; the written quote is binding.
Your exhibition stand builder for Koelnmesse – for exhibitors from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and all of Europe.
Services from a single source
EXFAIR develops custom exhibition stands for every hall at Koelnmesse: system stands, LED light walls, two-storey custom builds, show kitchens for Anuga exhibitors, gaming stages with media technology – including setup & dismantling, storage and logistics from a single source.
On site since 1987
As an experienced stand builder in Cologne, we have known every hall and regulation at Koelnmesse since 1987. Whether you want to rent an exhibition stand in Cologne, build a stand for Anuga, gamescom, imm cologne, interzum, or commission a custom build for IDS or Spoga+Gafa: EXFAIR is your local Southern German partner with an in-house workshop.
For exhibitors from abroad
Companies from Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, France, Italy and other European countries engage EXFAIR as their local German stand builder at Koelnmesse – for a professional appearance without travel and coordination overhead from abroad.
A neutral overview for exhibitors at Koelnmesse, with a trade fair calendar, the leading fairs in detail and a comparison of fixed-price and custom stand construction, is available at Trade Show Booth in Cologne.
Upcoming Trade Fair Dates
2026
EXFAIR supports you from initial concept to final dismantling of your exhibition stand:
2027
EXFAIR supports you from the initial quote through to the dismantling of the trade show booth:
Kind + Jugend 2027
Zukunft Personal Europe 2027
FILTECH 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
Trade Fair FAQs
Single-storey standard stands that comply with the Technical Guidelines generally need no approval at Koelnmesse. Two-storey stands, special constructions and structures above the hall-specific building heights must be submitted with dimensioned drawings at least 6 weeks before build-up starts; rear walls above 2.50 m must be finished neutrally towards neighbouring stands. EXFAIR plans in compliance and coordinates with Koelnmesse. The current edition of Koelnmesse's Technical Guidelines is authoritative.
EXFAIR builds at Anuga, gamescom, imm cologne, interzum, IDS, Spoga+Gafa, FSB and every other event at Koelnmesse.
Koelnmesse offers 284,000 m² across 11 halls. Direct ICE stop at Köln Messe/Deutz station – an ideal meeting point for international exhibitors.
System stands: 10–12 weeks in advance. Custom builds: 20–24 weeks. Anuga and gamescom should be booked particularly early.
Yes. EXFAIR stores the stand in Villingen-Schwenningen – approx. 380 km from Cologne. Saves transport and storage costs for the next fair.
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Location Info
Trade Fair Key Figures:
284,000 m² exhibition space, 11 halls, more than 80 trade fairs per year, around 2 million visitors
Directions & Location:
Messeplatz 1, 50679 Köln. Köln Messe/Deutz station directly on site (ICE stop). U-Bahn connection. Köln/Bonn Airport 15 km. Autobahn A4/A3, exit Köln-Messe. Parking directly on site.
EXFAIR Experience at this Trade Fair:
EXFAIR has been building exhibition stands at Koelnmesse since 1987. Focus areas: food (Anuga), gaming (gamescom), furniture & living (imm cologne, interzum), dental (IDS), consumer goods.
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