What are the opening hours?

The exhibition is open from April 21 to 25, 2027, daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How can I purchase tickets?

Tickets can be purchased through the official ticket shop at OFFA's website.

What does the ticket include?

The ticket grants access to both the Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition and the OFFA.

Who should attend the exhibition?

The exhibition is ideal for camping enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and industry professionals.

What types of exhibitors will be present?

Exhibitors include manufacturers of camping vehicles, outdoor equipment suppliers, and service providers.

Where is the exhibition held and how do I get there?

It takes place at Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen on Sonnenstrasse in St. Gallen. Take bus 3, 4 or 6 from St. Gallen Hauptbahnhof to the Olma Messen St.Gallen stop, walk about five minutes from St. Gallen St. Fiden station, or drive via the A1 exits St.Gallen-Kreuzbleiche (81) or St.Gallen-St.Fiden (82).

Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition

Name: Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition
Start: 2027-04-21
End: 2027-04-25
Location: Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen

Notable exhibitors

Companies exhibiting at Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition include ASFINAG, auf-mass GmbH, Auto la Rocca GmbH, Auto Zollikofer AG and Bla.

ASFINAG
auf-mass GmbH
Auto la Rocca GmbH
Auto Zollikofer AG
Bla

Event overview

Overview

The Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition is a premier event for camping enthusiasts, showcasing a wide range of camping vehicles, tents, and outdoor equipment.

It features expert talks and a diverse exhibitor lineup, making it a must-visit for both new and experienced campers.

TL;DR

1Dates and Venue: The Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition takes place from April 21 to 25, 2027, at Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen, Switzerland.
2Scale and Focus: This event is a key gathering for camping enthusiasts, featuring a variety of exhibitors showcasing the latest in camping gear and vehicles.
3Organiser: The event is organised by OCA Ostschweizer Camping Ausstellung, with more information available at oca-stgallen.ch.
4Buyer Authority: Attendees include camping enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and industry professionals looking for the latest products and trends.
5Entry / Access: Tickets grant access to both the Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition and the OFFA, ensuring a comprehensive experience.

Why visit

Visitors will benefit from networking opportunities, access to expert talks, and a chance to explore a wide range of camping products. Dates and Venue: The Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition takes place from April 21 to 25, 2027, at Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen, Switzerland. Buyer Authority: Attendees include camping enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and industry professionals looking for the latest products and trends.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors gain visibility among a targeted audience of camping enthusiasts and industry professionals, providing an excellent platform for showcasing new products and generating leads. Scale and Focus: This event is a key gathering for camping enthusiasts, featuring a variety of exhibitors showcasing the latest in camping gear and vehicles. Buyer Authority: Attendees include camping enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and industry professionals looking for the latest products.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Camping enthusiasts looking for new gear

Outdoor adventurers seeking innovative solutions

Families planning camping trips

Industry professionals from camping and outdoor sectors

Newcomers to camping exploring options

Travel agencies focusing on outdoor experiences

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Manufacturers of camping vehicles and trailers

Suppliers of outdoor equipment and accessories

Providers of camping services and experiences

Retailers specializing in camping gear

Innovators in camping technology

Local and regional camping sites and parks

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Camping vehicles including caravans and motorhomes

Tents for various outdoor activities

Camping accessories such as cooking gear and furniture

Outdoor clothing and footwear

Camping safety equipment

Travel and adventure planning services

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen

St. Gallen, Switzerland

Facilities

Parking

Parking Olma Messen on Sonnenstrasse and Jagerstrasse offers roughly 244 spaces at about CHF 1.5 to 2 per hour, and Parkhaus Central is around ten minutes from the halls. Garages fill quickly on show days, so public transport is the easier option.

Parking: Parking Olma Messen on Sonnenstrasse and Jagerstrasse offers roughly 244 spaces at about CHF 1.5 to 2 per hour, and Parkhaus Central is around ten minutes from the halls. Garages fill quickly on show days, so public transport is the easier option.

Attend

Entry & tickets

Free registration

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

21 April –10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

22 April –10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

23 April –10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

24 April –10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

25 April –10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Who runs the show

Organisers

OCA Ostschweizer Camping Ausstellung

Website

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

The Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition is a premier event for camping enthusiasts, showcasing a wide range of camping vehicles, tents, and outdoor equipment. It features expert talks and a diverse exhibitor lineup, making it a must-visit for both new and experienced campers. The Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition plays a crucial role in connecting camping enthusiasts with the latest products and innovations in the outdoor leisure sector, fostering community engagement and.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Camping enthusiasts looking for new gear, Outdoor adventurers seeking innovative solutions, Families planning camping trips, Industry professionals from camping and outdoor sectors. Dates and Venue: The Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition takes place from April 21 to 25, 2027, at Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen, Switzerland. Scale and Focus: This event is a key gathering for camping enthusiasts, featuring a variety of exhibitors showcasing the latest in camping gear and vehicles.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

St. Gallen and Eastern Switzerland (Ostschweiz) on the Swiss shore of Lake Constance. The catchment reaches into Appenzell, Thurgau and Graubünden, and across the border into Austria's Vorarlberg and the southern German Lake Constance districts, all within roughly an hour's drive of Olma Messen St. Gallen.

Why it matters

Attending Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition on 2027-04-21 to 2027-04-25 in St. Gallen lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Digital buyer journeys

Research and shortlisting increasingly happen online before a buyer ever reaches the show floor.

Sustainability in procurement

Environmental criteria are moving from marketing claims into formal purchasing requirements.

Automation and labour efficiency

Automation covers the shift from manual work to machinery, software and connected systems in everyday operations.

Regional supply-chain resilience

Resilience is the capacity to keep sourcing and delivery running when a single supplier or region is disrupted.

Hybrid engagement models

Hybrid engagement combines live in-person events with digital follow-up and always-on online content.

European camping, caravan and leisure show circuit

Book hotels and confirm exhibitor meetings 8–12 weeks before opening. The strongest peer shows cluster in January (CMT Stuttgart, Ferien-Messe Wien), early spring (Reise + Camping Essen) and late summer (Caravan Salon Düsseldorf), while OCA sits in the April window alongside the co-located OFFA.

Camping, caravanning and outdoor-leisure buyers across the DACH region plan OCA St. Gallen alongside the major German, Austrian and Swiss consumer and trade shows, comparing vehicle ranges, accessory pricing and dealer coverage across the Alpine and Lake Constance markets.

Pre-show

Confirm stand appointments and vehicle demonstration slots with motorhome, caravan and accessory brands before travelling to St. Gallen.

Show week

Hall walk-throughs of the camping halls and the outdoor vehicle area, plus dealer and importer negotiations alongside the co-located OFFA.

Post-show

Follow up quotes and compare Swiss importer pricing against CMT Stuttgart and Reise + Camping Essen offers before the autumn ordering round.

Peer events are established European camping and leisure fairs; confirm exact dates on each organiser website before booking.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · CHF

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

ZRH

Zurich Airport

Switzerland's principal long-haul gateway. SBB intercity trains leave the airport's own station for St. Gallen Hauptbahnhof roughly every 30 minutes and take about 65 minutes; from the main station take city bus 3, 4 or 6 to the Olma Messen stop.

~80 km

to venue

60–75 min by car off-peak

by car

ACH

St. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport

Closest airfield to the venue, served by a small schedule focused on Vienna. There is no station at the airport, so take a taxi or the regional bus into St. Gallen and change to city bus 3, 4 or 6 for Olma Messen.

~20 km

to venue

25–35 min by car

by car

FDH

Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen

Convenient for exhibitors and visitors arriving from southern Germany via Lindau and Romanshorn, or by the Lake Constance car ferry. No direct rail link to St. Gallen; allow extra time at peak ferry and border periods.

~45 km

to venue

55–70 min by car including the border crossing

by car

FMM

Memmingen Airport

Budget-carrier gateway in Bavaria used by German camping and caravan dealers driving to St. Gallen via the A96 and A1. A hire car is the practical option as rail connections require changes via Lindau or Bregenz.

~135 km

to venue

1 h 35 – 1 h 50 by car

by car

STR

Stuttgart Airport

Useful for German trade visitors combining OCA with the CMT Stuttgart circuit. Rail route runs Stuttgart–Zurich or Stuttgart–Lindau–St. Gallen with roughly a 2 h 30 journey and one change.

~190 km

to venue

2 h 05 – 2 h 20 by car

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

budget

St. Gallen West, about 130 m from the Olma Messen entrance

Not yet confirmed

budget

St. Gallen, about 560 m from the Olma Messen halls

Not yet confirmed

budget

St. Leonhard-Strasse district, about 780 m from the halls

Not yet confirmed

midscale

St. Gallen old town, city centre – short ride on bus 3, 4 or 6 to the halls

Not yet confirmed

upscale

Bahnhofplatz, directly opposite St. Gallen Hauptbahnhof – bus 3, 4 or 6 to Olma Messen

Not yet confirmed

upscale

St. Jakob-Strasse, about 490 m from the Olma Messen halls

Not yet confirmed

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

City bus

Estimated costCHF 2-4 single journey on the St. Gallen zone fare

Best forSt. Gallen Hauptbahnhof to Olma Messen St.Gallen stop on lines 3 (Heiligkreuz), 4 (Wittenbach Bahnhof) and 6 (Heiligkreuz)

Frequent services through show opening hours; allow around 15 minutes from the main station. Source: oba-sg.ch and olma.ch arrival guidance.

Regional train

Estimated costCHF 2-5 from St. Gallen Hauptbahnhof

Best forSBB regional trains to St. Gallen St. Fiden, then follow Olma Messen signage

About five minutes on foot from St. Fiden station to the exhibition grounds.

Car and parking

Estimated costCHF 1.5-2 per hour at Parking Olma Messen (about 244 spaces); CHF 10-25 for short taxi trips in the city

Best forA1 motorway, exit 81 St.Gallen-Kreuzbleiche or exit 82 St.Gallen-St.Fiden, then follow Olma Messen signs

On-site and nearby public garages on Sonnenstrasse and Jagerstrasse fill quickly on show days; Parkhaus Central is about ten minutes from the halls.

Shuttle and hotel access

Estimated costShuttle typically included with event travel arrangements; taxi CHF 10-25 within St. Gallen

Best forShow-period shuttle buses link St. Gallen Hauptbahnhof with the OLMA grounds

The shuttle ride takes about six minutes, and hotels such as Hotel LEO St. Gallen are a few minutes on foot from the main station.

taxi

Estimated costCHF 45–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forZurich Airport (ZRH) to Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen

60–75 min by car off-peak; Switzerland's principal long-haul gateway. SBB intercity trains leave the airport's own station for St. Gallen Hauptbahnhof roughly every 30 minutes and take about 65 minutes; from the main station take city bus 3, 4 or 6 to the Olma Messen stop.

taxi

Estimated costCHF 45–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forSt. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH) to Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen

25–35 min by car; Closest airfield to the venue, served by a small schedule focused on Vienna. There is no station at the airport, so take a taxi or the regional bus into St. Gallen and change to city bus 3, 4 or 6 for Olma Messen.

taxi

Estimated costCHF 45–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forBodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen (FDH) to Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen

55–70 min by car including the border crossing; Convenient for exhibitors and visitors arriving from southern Germany via Lindau and Romanshorn, or by the Lake Constance car ferry. No direct rail link to St. Gallen; allow extra time at peak ferry and border periods.

taxi

Estimated costCHF 45–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forMemmingen Airport (FMM) to Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen

1 h 35 – 1 h 50 by car; Budget-carrier gateway in Bavaria used by German camping and caravan dealers driving to St. Gallen via the A96 and A1. A hire car is the practical option as rail connections require changes via Lindau or Bregenz.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa not required

ATA Carnet: check with organiser

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
Schengen visa type C	Non-EU/EFTA nationals who are not visa exempt and who visit Switzerland for business meetings, sourcing or trade-fair attendance for up to 90 days within any 180-day period	Not yet confirmed	Apply several weeks ahead; biometrics are captured at application and decision times vary by Swiss representation
National visa type D	Travellers intending to stay in Switzerland longer than 90 days, for example long-term work, study or family reasons	Not yet confirmed	Handled by the competent Swiss representation; timelines depend on the purpose of stay

EU/EFTA nationals and third-country nationals holding either a valid residence permit issued by a Schengen state or a valid type D visa, together with a recognised travel document, are exempt from Swiss visa requirements for short visits. Source: sem.admin.ch list of visa requirements.

Official visa page

Weather

St. Gallen in late April is cool and changeable: average daytime highs near 14 C (57 F) and night lows around 4 C (39 F), with roughly 119 mm of rain across about 16 wet days and occasional late snow showers. Daylight hours are long and the sky is overcast or mostly cloudy about 60 percent of the time, so plan indoor and outdoor time flexibly.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Swiss mobile coverage is strong across St. Gallen. Travellers can buy a Swisscom prepaid SIM, activate an Airalo eSIM, or use hotel and venue WiFi; remember that Switzerland sits outside the EU roaming zone for many European operators, so check your home plan before travel.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Tipping and paying

Swiss restaurant and bar bills already include service, so tipping is a rounding-up gesture rather than an obligation: add around 5 percent, or round to the next franc, for attentive service. Card payment is accepted almost everywhere, but keep a little cash for kiosks, campsite stands and small purchases.

Greetings and punctuality

Business greetings in St. Gallen and the wider DACH region are formal: shake hands, use Herr or Frau with the surname until invited to use first names, and arrive on time for stand appointments. Swap business cards at the start of a meeting and keep small talk brief before moving to product and pricing.

Dress, Sundays and shop hours

Business-casual dress with a jacket works for stand meetings, plus a waterproof layer and comfortable shoes for the outdoor vehicle and camping areas. Shops in St. Gallen close on Sundays and weekday retail hours end around 18:30–19:00, so plan supplies and any equipment purchases on show days.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: ZRH

Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving St. Gallen; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

Visa

Switzerland is part of the Schengen area, so most non-EU/EFTA visitors need a Schengen type C visa for a short trade-fair visit of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. EU/EFTA nationals and travellers holding a valid Schengen residence permit or a type D visa are visa exempt. Check your nationality against the official Swiss list before booking travel.

Estimated cost: About EUR 90 for an adult Schengen type C short-stay visa, with possible additional service-centre charges; confirm current amounts with the Swiss representation handling your application.

Processing: Allow several weeks before travel; Schengen applications require an appointment so biometrics can be captured, and decision times differ between Swiss representations.

Enter as a business visitor for stand meetings, sourcing and trade-fair attendance, and carry registration confirmation, hotel booking and return-travel proof if asked. Switzerland is a Schengen state but not in the EU customs union, so vehicles, samples and demo equipment may need separate customs declarations on arrival.

Official

Hotels

Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

Check-in (recommended)

2027-04-20

Check-out (recommended)

2027-04-26

Areas to stay

Bahnhofplatz, directly opposite St. Gallen Hauptbahnhof – bus 3, 4 or 6 to Olma Messen · St. Gallen West, about 130 m from the Olma Messen entrance · St. Gallen old town, city centre – short ride on bus 3, 4 or 6 to the halls · St. Gallen, about 560 m from the Olma Messen halls · St. Jakob-Strasse, about 490 m from the Olma Messen halls

budget

CHF 85-125/night

budget

CHF 95-140/night

budget

CHF 120-160/night

midscale

CHF 150-215/night

upscale

CHF 170-250/night

upscale

CHF 220-330/night

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Zurich Airport (ZRH): 60–75 min by car off-peak; St. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH): 25–35 min by car; Bodensee-Airport Friedrichshafen (FDH): 55–70 min by car including the border crossing; Memmingen Airport (FMM): 1 h 35 – 1 h 50 by car. Allow road or rail time to Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen: St. Gallen West, about 130 m from the Olma Messen entrance: Simple Rooms - Yellow Inn; St. Gallen, about 560 m from the Olma Messen halls: Travel and Sleep 24; St. Leonhard-Strasse district, about 780 m from the halls: B&B Hotel St. Gallen.

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in St. Gallen; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: St. Gallen city buses 3 (Heiligkreuz), 4 (Wittenbach Bahnhof) and 6 (Heiligkreuz) run from Hauptbahnhof to the Olma Messen St.Gallen stop, and regional trains serve St. Gallen St. Fiden, about five minutes on foot from the grounds. Allow 15-20 minutes from the main station at peak times and buy tickets through the SBB app or station machines.

Parking: On-site parking is available at Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: April 2027

Temperature: Daytime averages about 14 C (57 F), overnight about 4 C (39 F); April readings have ranged from near -1 C (30 F) to mild highs around 20 C across the month, with the warmest days usually in the final week.

Seasonality: April is among the wetter months in St. Gallen, with about 119 mm of precipitation over roughly 16 rainy days and occasional late snowfall. The region's distinct wetter season runs from May to August, so a compact umbrella and water-resistant outer layer are worth packing.

Packing: Bring layers for 4-14 C days, a waterproof jacket or umbrella, comfortable shoes for walking exhibition halls, business-casual attire for stand meetings, and a Type J plug adapter for Swiss sockets. The SBB app is useful for buying train and bus tickets in St. Gallen.

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Thursday 22 April 2027

OCA opens on Wednesday 21 April and the Saturday and Sunday that close the run draw the heaviest consumer footfall of the combined OCA and OFFA week, when aisles and test areas are busiest. Thursday 22 April offers the best balance: halls are still well staffed with product and technical specialists, appointment slots are easier to secure and vehicle demonstrations run without long queues. Buyers who need weekend time with an exhibitor should book fixed meeting slots in advance rather than arrive unannounced on Saturday.

Confirm Swiss entry requirements for your nationality — Check whether you need a Schengen type C visa for the 21-25 April 2027 show or qualify for exemption via EU/EFTA status or a Schengen residence permit.

Check passport validity and book flights — Passport should be valid well beyond the trip; route via Zurich or Altenrhein then continue by train to St. Gallen Hauptbahnhof.

Reserve a hotel near Olma Messen — Yellow Inn is 130 m from the halls, Radisson Blu about 490 m, Travel and Sleep 24 about 560 m and B&B Hotel about 780 m; book early for the 20-26 April window.

Register and secure tickets — Tickets for OCA are handled through the official channel linked from oca-stgallen.ch, and the OCA ticket also covers the parallel OFFA show.

Download the hall plan, exhibitor list and OCA Forum programme — Use the Aussteller and programme pages on oca-stgallen.ch to plan routes between camping vehicle, tent and equipment stands.

Pre-schedule supplier meetings — Contact motorhome, caravan, tent and accessory brands in advance and agree stand meeting times for the first two show days.

Shortlist OCA Forum talks and product demos — The OCA Forum runs expert presentations each year covering camping vehicles, equipment and outdoor travel; pick sessions that match your sourcing priorities.

Plan local transport to Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen — Bus 3, 4 or 6 from Hauptbahnhof reaches the Olma Messen St.Gallen stop; St. Fiden station is about five minutes on foot, and Parking Olma Messen has roughly 244 spaces.

Pack for cool, wet April weather — Expect 4-14 C with rain on many days; bring layers, a waterproof jacket and a Type J plug adapter for Swiss sockets.

Prepare meeting materials — Bring business cards, a shortlist of models and specifications, and a note of budget bands for motorhome, caravan and tent purchases.

Arrive, collect your badge and orient on site — Enter via the Sonnenstrasse side of the Olma Messen grounds, collect your badge early and walk the halls before peak afternoon crowds.

Sample visitor itinerary

Route-optimised day

08:30–10:00

Arrival, badge collection and orientation

10:00–12:30

Motorhomes, caravans and van conversions

12:30–13:45

Lunch and pre-arranged supplier meetings

14:00–17:00

Equipment, accessories and destination stands

Side trips

Appenzell and the Alpstein

Lake Constance (Bodensee) shore

Zurich

Networking spots

Olma Messen hall gastronomy and café areas

Outdoor camping and vehicle demo area

St. Gallen old town after hours

Budget

Costs & budget

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Number of nights

Estimated budget

Live estimate

Per diem × 2CHF 150.00

Estimated totalCHF 150.00

This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

visitor_ticket

visitor · Day pass, combined OCA and OFFA admission

CHF 14–20 / per person per day

estimate

visitor_ticket

visitor · Multi-day pass for the 21–25 April 2027 show period

CHF 32–48 / per person for the show period

estimate

hotel

visitor · 3-star (B&B Hotel St. Gallen, about 780 m from the halls)

CHF 120–160 / per room per night

estimate

hotel

visitor · 4-star (Radisson Blu Hotel, St. Gallen, about 490 m from the halls)

CHF 220–330 / per room per night

estimate

per_diem

visitor · Meals, city transport and incidentals in St. Gallen

CHF 70–110 / per person per day

estimate

visa_fee

visitor · Schengen type C short-stay visa

EUR 90 / per adult applicant

official

exhibitor_stand

exhibitor · Indoor shell-scheme stand space at Olma Messen

CHF 180–320 / per square metre

estimate

Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status
visitor_ticket	visitor	Day pass, combined OCA and OFFA admission	CHF 14–20 / per person per day	estimate
visitor_ticket	visitor	Multi-day pass for the 21–25 April 2027 show period	CHF 32–48 / per person for the show period	estimate
hotel	visitor	3-star (B&B Hotel St. Gallen, about 780 m from the halls)	CHF 120–160 / per room per night	estimate
hotel	visitor	4-star (Radisson Blu Hotel, St. Gallen, about 490 m from the halls)	CHF 220–330 / per room per night	estimate
per_diem	visitor	Meals, city transport and incidentals in St. Gallen	CHF 70–110 / per person per day	estimate
visa_fee	visitor	Schengen type C short-stay visa	EUR 90 / per adult applicant	official
exhibitor_stand	exhibitor	Indoor shell-scheme stand space at Olma Messen	CHF 180–320 / per square metre	estimate

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

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What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

visit

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Camping and outdoor retailers, buying groups, rental fleets and enthusiast visitors sourcing motorhomes, caravans, tents and accessories from Swiss and German-speaking suppliers.

Min. budget

$650.00

Timeline

4-6 weeks for visa appointments where required, flights to Zurich and hotel booking around 20-26 April 2027.

Risks

Hotel rates in St. Gallen rise during the combined OCA and OFFA show week

Schengen visa appointment lead times for nationalities that are not exempt

exhibit

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Motorhome and caravan manufacturers, van converters, tent and outdoor equipment brands and accessory suppliers targeting Swiss dealers and end customers.

Min. budget

$3,000.00

Timeline

3-6 months to secure hall space, appoint a builder and clear customs for vehicles and demo units.

Risks

Hall allocation and stand placement confirmed late in the cycle

Temporary import and customs handling for vehicles entering Switzerland

skip

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Suppliers with no camping, caravanning or outdoor leisure products and no Swiss distribution plans, who will reach these buyers more efficiently at broader consumer shows.

Min. budget

Not yet confirmed

Timeline

None.

Risks

No buyer fit for the camping and leisure audience

Marketing spend better allocated to a multi-sector trade fair

Gallery

Photos

Official imagery from Eastern Camping & Leisure Exhibition

FAQs & glossary

Answers

Frequently asked

Glossary

Camping Vehicle: A vehicle designed for recreational camping, including motorhomes and caravans.
Tent: A portable shelter made of fabric, used for camping and outdoor activities.
Outdoor Equipment: Gear and tools used for outdoor activities, such as cooking gear and sleeping bags.
Exhibitor: A company or individual that displays products or services at the exhibition.
Ticket: A pass that grants entry to the exhibition and associated events.
OCA Forum: A programme of expert talks and presentations held during the exhibition, covering camping vehicles, equipment and outdoor travel.
Motorhome (Wohnmobil): A self-propelled recreational vehicle with living accommodation, usually built on a van or light-truck chassis.
Caravan (Wohnwagen): A towed accommodation trailer that is hitched to a car and used as mobile living space on a campsite pitch.
Awning: A fabric extension fitted to a caravan or motorhome that creates extra sheltered living or storage space beside the vehicle.
Campervan conversion: A van fitted out with beds, kitchen and storage by a specialist converter, often shown alongside factory-built models.

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Notable exhibitors

Overview

Why visit

Why exhibit

Who this event is for

Venue

Cooperative Olma Messen St.Gallen

Facilities

Entry & tickets

Organisers

Previous edition

A bigger and stronger platform

High-value decision-makers

Real business growth

Market context

Industry trends

European camping, caravan and leisure show circuit

Travel & logistics

Arrival airports

Hotel tiers

Local transport

Visa & entry documents

Cultural notes

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Flights

Visa

Hotels

Transport

Weather

Planning

Sample visitor itinerary

Side trips

Networking spots

Costs & budget

Build your working budget

Cost reference

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Decision matrix

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Answers

What are the opening hours?

How can I purchase tickets?

What does the ticket include?

Who should attend the exhibition?

What types of exhibitors will be present?

Where is the exhibition held and how do I get there?

Is there parking at the venue?

Sources

Digital business cards for the show floor

Stellen Sie aus auf this event?

Build your event team

Sind Sie Delegierter oder Besucher bei this event?

Digital business cards for the show floor