The "Heimtextil" is the international trade fair for home and contract textiles. It takes place once a year at the trade show location of Messe Frankfurt, with more than 2,700 exhibitors and roughly 67,000 trade visitors. Heimtextil 2022 is just a week away so here's a handy guide for all the fair attendees.
Initially, the trade show was supposed to be held from January 11 to January 14. But due to the worsening of the pandemic situation, the fair has been rescheduled- from June 21 to June 24. If you've missed registering for this year's fair, the registration for Heimtextil 2023 are open here: Register here
Messe Frankfurt is well connected with the world. It takes around 12-8 hours to reach Frankfurt, depending upon where you are coming from. There are three exposition entrances from Frankfurt Airport: City/Festhalle, Galleria, and Portalaus.
Take the S8 or S9 to Frankfurt Central Station (direction Hanau or Offenbach Ost). The S3, S4, S5, and S6 suburban trains stop at "Frankfurt Messe" station. Frankfurt Airport Terminal 1 is served by a shuttle bus running every 15 minutes by Messe Frankfurt, which transports visitors to the exhibition grounds. In the neighborhood of 15 minutes.
Messe Frankfurt is an ideal trade show destination. There are several hotels in Frankfurt and the surrounding area. There's something for everyone, from budget inns to five-star hotels. In the 15-minute walking radius of Messe Frankfurt, there are 5,000 beds.
Book your lodging for the duration of your trip:
1. Booking.com
For the time being, the minimum size of a stand is 12m2. The stand size will be recalculated if the requirements on cleanliness and protection. The stand space rent varies from €199 to €426 depending on the side opens, and adjacent space.
There are some guidelines you must keep in mind while arranging the stalls.
The following types of construction are subject to approval regardless of size:
Stands that do not include any of the above features and measure less than 100 m² are not subject to approval.
Inspections are required for the following categories of construction, as said by an architect/engineer:
If there is no previous inspection, the engineering firm contracted by Messe Frankfurt will conduct the inspection. The cost will be charged to the exhibitor separately.
While attending trade show exhibitions, a considerable amount of money is spent on trade show marketing, including tradeshow booth management. But don't overlook other costs.
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It's better to have a clear-cut idea about their rules and regulations. So check and download their guide. They are trying hard to keep the exhibition area Corona free. Don’t forget to carry your vaccinations and other required certificates. Wear mouth and nose protection. Read about the mandatory rules & Resolutions Here!
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