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IFAT 2026 in Munich

IFAT 2026 Munich

04. to 08. May

Trade fair hotels & business travel planning

Book trade fair hotels quickly now for IFAT 2026. The world’s leading trade fair for environmental technologies will once again showcase the entire spectrum of water, sewage, waste and raw materials management in 2026.

Held every two years. From utilities and waste disposal companies to representatives from industry and the manufacturing sector to consultants, authorities and service providers – a visit to the fair is also worthwhile for you. In May 2024, there were around 142,000 visitors (2022: 117,000) and 3,211 exhibitors (2022: 2,984).

Have you already completed your registration for IFAT from 04 to 08 May 2026 but you simply don’t have the time to do more right now? No problem! Turn to the experts at HM business travel with confidence and leave the work to us. We arrange suitable hotels for you to choose from – precisely according to your wishes.

  • Large contingent of hotels with all price and performance segments

  • Fair prices

  • Any number of rooms

  • Single room and double room

  • Room type for every budget

  • Cosy and clean rooms

  • Comfortable equipment, from desk to minibar

  • Wi-Fi included

  • Great location near the trade fair or the city

  • Restaurants and bars within a short distance

  • Good connection for car, bus & train

  • Additional services can be booked as an option

Your hotel, for your budget

Is a spacious room with comfortable furnishings important to you? Or do you focus mainly on the proximity to the city and an authentic old-town flair? We tailor the selection for your hotel entirely to your needs and also keep your budget in mind. With our service, your requirements are met without lengthy delays. We also ensure that group travel is a relaxed experience for you.

Are you planning a stay at the Munich trade fair and still need a few insider tips? One of the things you should not miss if you want to experience Munich properly is a climb up the top of St. Peter’s Church. You will be rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view. But a walk across the Viktualienmarkt is also worth a visit. The colourful market has some regional delicacies to offer. For pleasure seekers and those who love tradition, a detour to one of the centrally located beer gardens is definitely a must. In addition to these attractions, Eisbachwelle is one of Munich’s hotspots. On the bridge next to the Haus der Kunst you can watch the surfers putting on a great spectacle – even in winter.

At the end of the day at the trade fair, it is usually common to relax. This includes going to the restaurant. If you want to relax from the stress of the trade fair, there is something for everyone’s taste in the Bavarian metropolis.

We can recommend both traditional cuisine and modern gastronomy. The breweries in Munich in particular provide an authentic atmosphere. Number 1 is the Hofbräuhaus Munich, where you enjoy live music. And of course there is no shortage of delicious pretzels and beer.

Local specialties are on the menu in inns such as DER BIERMANN (only 800 metres from the exhibition centre) or the Truderinger Wirtshaus at Kirchtruderinger Straße 17. And if you want to be pampered in a particularly stylish way, you are guaranteed to get your money’s worth in the Bauer restaurant on Münchner Straße 6.

Can’t decide? Our experts will be happy to help you choose the right venue. Also read our article on the best restaurants in the trade fair city of Munich.

Spread over 300,000 m2 of exhibition space, IFAT 2024 in Munich offers plenty of room to experience innovative solutions from the industry. This area has grown considerably since the event’s beginnings – the first fair occupied only 18,000 m2 at the time.

Divided into product groups, you as a visitor will find it really easy to navigate your visit. You will find these subject areas at the trade fair in Munich:

  • Measurement, systems and control technology / Analysis and laboratory technology
  • Fittings
  • Construction and maintenance of water and wastewater networks, outdoor area: F3
  • Pumps
  • Lines, pipes, and ducts
  • Plant engineering for water treatment and wastewater treatment / Water and well construction
  • Vehicles and structures / Road cleaning, road maintenance, and winter service
  • Waste treatment and recycling / Recovery, processing, and utilisation of secondary raw materials / Management of harmful substances
  • Energy recovery from secondary raw materials and waste / exhaust gas and waste air purification, air quality management
  • Waste collection and transportation
  • Services – Waste recovery and disposal / Consulting and engineering services / Information technology
  • Outdoor areas: F7-F10

Every two years, IFAT attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world to Munich. In 2022, there were approximately 3,200 exhibitors from 61 countries and regions who provided an insight into current trends and innovations. With a wide range of talks, panels and presentations, the trade fair offers scope for lively discussions and professional interaction every time.

The first IFAT back in 1966 already attracted 1400 representatives of the industry. Even then, a total of 43 countries came together at this event, which demonstrated the overarching interest. In 2010 Entsorga, the international trade fair for waste management, water management and environmental technology, was combined with IFAT. Since then, the fair has also been held every two years instead of only every three.

To support the sustainability aspect, IFAT offers GoGreen tickets (for visitors) and GoGreen audits (for exhibitors). Through this, projects are supported that promote worldwide development aid. In addition to reducing greenhouse gases, the projects also aim to make a positive contribution to sustainable development in the respective regions – for example, clean drinking water for schools and households in Uganda or biogas from waste for small farmers in Vietnam. That is why IFAT relies on the myclimate carbon offset projects which meet the Gold Standard. The GoGreen ticket costs 6 euros more than the regular ticket – this amount is based on the average CO2 consumption of the trade fair visitors, taking into consideration the journey to and from the fair.

You can reach the trade fair in Munich via many connections. We have summarised the options for you.

Arriving by plane:

Shuttle buses, public transport, and taxis take you directly from the airport to the exhibition centre.

The Airport Messe München Shuttle runs regularly and non-stop to the exhibition grounds. A journey takes around 45 minutes. The shuttle bus stops right in front of Terminal 1, Area A and MAC (Munich Airport Centre), and Terminal 2. Tickets can be purchased online in advance.

When continuing your journey from the airport by public transport, you can use the S-Bahn lines S1 and S8. In the direction of the city centre, the services run every 10 minutes. The journey from the S-Bahn station to the exhibition centre takes around 45 to 60 minutes. Important note: The Print@home ticket to the trade fair does not include free use of public transport.

By taxi to the trade fair: The taxi companies offer fixed prices of 85 euros for the journey to the trade fair. A journey takes around 35 minutes. There are numerous taxis available directly in front of the airport terminals. At the Munich Exhibition Centre, this is in front of all open entrances.

Arriving by train:

You need less than 30 minutes from the main train station to the exhibition centre. This is because the underground stops Messestadt West and Messestadt Ost of the U2 line are right on the exhibition grounds. There is no need to change trains. As a rule, the underground line U2 runs every 5 minutes.

Coming from Munich, you can also take the S-Bahn line 2 to the Riem stop. Then take the number 190 bus in the direction of Messestadt Ost. The final stop for the west entrance is “Am Messesee” and the stop for the east entrance is “Messestadt Ost”. Important note: The Print@home ticket to the trade fair does not include free use of public transport.

By taxi to the trade fair: The taxi companies offer fixed prices of 35 euros for the journey to the trade fair. A journey takes around 35 minutes. The taxi ranks are located around the main train station. At the Munich Exhibition Centre, this is in front of all open entrances.

Arriving by car:

The exhibition centre is located directly at the A94. Appropriate signs on the motorway and around the site will direct you to the relevant parking areas. The parking areas open two hours before the start of the trade fair and close again two hours after the end of the trade fair.

You also benefit from more than 80 charging stations for your e-car, as well as a supercharger (fast charging station). On-site charging is generally free of charge. It is activated by an RFID chip. It is not possible to reserve the charging station in advance.

The adress of Messe Munich

Messe Munich GmbH
Am Messesee 2
D-81829 Munich, Germany

We at HM business travel are happy to plan your arrival and departure.

Experience Munich

The state capital of Munich is a great destination for the adventurous. Here Marienplatz is considered the heart of the city. From the New Town Hall, the fish fountain, and old church buildings, there is a lot to discover here. In contrast, the 375 hectare English Garden invites you above all to relax. And if you want to extend your stay in Munich after the trade fair, you should not miss the party zone between Maximiliansplatz and Sendlinger Tor. And if you haven’t had enough of it, you’ll find Europe’s largest party area in the Munich Kultfabrik. There are 20 bars and clubs lined up right next to each other.

At HM business travel, we can help design your supporting program if you wish!

Sustainable, economical, and innovative – the IFAT 2024 programme

Do you need new inspiration for environmentally friendly technologies? Are you looking for solutions that you can also implement in your business? IFAT in Munich presents efficient solutions for managing water, recycling and secondary raw materials. With such a wide range of exhibitors, there is sure to be an innovative idea that will impress you as a visitor to the fair. Forward-looking topics are once again expected for 2026.

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