ALL ABOUT AUTOMATION - WETZLAR 2026

Venue

name: Buderus Arena Wetzlar

address

city: Wetzlar

street: Wolfgang-Kühle-Straße 1

country: Germany

postal code: 35576

map url: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Buderus+Arena+Wetzlar/@50.5678,8.5012,17z

facilities

parking

notes: Parking is available opposite the Buderus Arena in the multi-storey car park at the Forum (charges apply). Electric charging stations are available in the parking garage- 14 - 16 . Additional parking areas are located at the train station, Lahnhof, and Hercules Center- . The car park has approximately 1,700 spaces- .

status: unknown

currency: EUR

• https://www.allaboutautomation.de/en/wetzlar/travel-accomodation-wetzlar/
• https://www.allaboutautomation.de/de/wetzlar-2/anreise-unterkunft-wetzlar/

cloakroom

notes: Information about cloakroom facilities is not available on the official venue website.

status: unknown

• On-site catering

prayer rooms

notes: Information about prayer rooms is not available on the official venue website.

status: unknown

accessibility

notes: The Buderus Arena offers an optimal infrastructure for wheelchair users and individuals with mobility impairments. Wheelchair-accessible sanitary facilities are available on all levels- 50 . Wheelchair users can enter via the VIP entrance for many events upon prior registration- 50 . The venue has wheelchair-accessible toilets, car parking, and entrances- .

status: unknown

• https://www.buderus-arena.de/barrierefreiheit-1

onsite shuttle

notes: Information about an on-site shuttle service is not available.

status: unknown

charging points

notes: Electric charging stations are available in the parking garage at the Forum- 14 - 16 .

status: unknown

• https://www.allaboutautomation.de/en/wetzlar/travel-accomodation-wetzlar/
• https://www.allaboutautomation.de/de/wetzlar-2/anreise-unterkunft-wetzlar/

luggage storage

notes: Information about luggage storage is not available on the official venue website.

status: unknown

parking notes: Parkplätze im Parkhaus am Forum (kostenpflichtig); E-Ladesäulen im Parkhaus am Forum. Weitere Parkflächen am Bahnhof, am Lahnhof und am Hercules Center. Max. Einfahrtshöhe des Parkhauses: 2,10 m. Veranstaltungstarif: 4,00 € pro Fahrzeug (ab 18:30 Uhr bzw. an Sonntagen ab Parkhausöffnung).- 12 - 1

floor plan schematic

google maps place url: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Buderus+Arena+Wetzlar/@50.5678,8.5012,17z

official venue page url: https://www.buderus-arena.de/

Organisers

• Vehpi Safak
• Christine Oppermann-Schröder
• Andrea Gründemann
• Monika Farkas

Programme

• Thibaut Horneff
• Karsten Frede
• Markus Müller
• Jörg Sieg
• Daniel Baumbusch
• Philip Privalov
• Wolfgang Wiedemann
• Tobias Burger
• Andreas Schunkert
• Christoph Layer

agenda url: https://www.allaboutautomation.de/en/wetzlar/talk-lounge-wetzlar/

• Robotics
• Automation for SMEs
• Retrofit
• Safety & Security
• Industrial Communication
• AI & Machine Learning
• Digital Transformation & IIoT
• Sustainability in Automation

agenda status: unknown

Previous edition

stats

year: 2025

notes: Visitor count increased 20% compared to 2023.

end date: 2025-09-11

start date: 2025-09-10

deals count: 0

edition number: 0

floor area sqm: 0

visitors count: 1146

pavilions count: 0

exhibitors count: 86

visitor countries: 0

exhibitor countries: 0

• Talk Lounge

• Katharina Lange

exhibitor roi: Exhibitors reported strong lead generation and high-quality discussions. A testimonial from Rose Systemtechnik noted 'very interesting leads and contacts'.- 18 Many exhibitors confirmed the fair's value for regional customer acquisition and practical solution-oriented exchange.- 2

impact summary: The 2025 edition confirmed the growing regional demand for automation expertise, with a 20% visitor increase over 2023. The introduction of the Talk Lounge added an educational dimension, while the standardised system stand design continued to facilitate high-quality, eye-level networking. Exhibitors reported strong lead generation and positive feedback on the format's efficiency.

current edition

year: 2026

notes: The Wetzlar edition of all about automation takes place in odd years only. The next edition is scheduled for 21–22 April 2027.

end date: 2026-09-01

source url: https://www.allaboutautomation.de/de/wetzlar-2/

start date: 2026-09-01

value status: No edition in 2026

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audience quality: The fair attracted 1,146 trade visitors, primarily decision-makers, specialists, and technicians from design, engineering, production, maintenance, and purchasing. Attendees came mainly from Hessen, South Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and north-west Bavaria, within about 1.5 hours' drive of Wetzlar.- 2

• Special Edition (inaugural)
• Second edition
• Third edition
• 2026

next edition outlook

year: 2027

• https://www.allaboutautomation.de/en/wetzlar/
• https://www.allaboutautomation.de/de/wetzlar-2/
• https://www.smart-production.de/etz/news-detailansicht/nsctrl/detail/News/all-about-automation-premiere-in-den-niederlanden-zweiter-standort-in-oesterreich

summary: The next all about automation in Wetzlar is scheduled for 21–22 April 2027 at the Buderus Arena. The organisers plan to expand the exhibitor base and, for the first time, add a conference programme alongside the Talk Lounge.- 2 - 5

end date: 2027-04-22

confidence: high

start date: 2027-04-21

• More exhibitors than previous editions
• First-time conference programme in addition to the Talk Lounge
• Potential venue adjustments to address capacity constraints (the 2027 edition will be the last before a pause due to venue limitations)

Exhibitors

total: 0

exhibitor analysis quality

total rows: 0

rows with hall: 0

classified rows: 0

rows with booth: 0

unclassified rows: 0

classification coverage pct: 0

Market

region: Mittelhessen (Central Hesse) – Germany's 'natural centre' and the strongest industrial region in Hesse, encompassing a dense network of automation users from manufacturing, mechanical engineering, and special machine construction. The region benefits from excellent transport links via the A45, A3, and A5 motorways and is within approximately 1.5 hours' drive of major economic centres including South Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and North-West Bavaria.- - 1

why it matters: The all about automation series serves as a key regional platform for industrial automation, robotics, and digitalisation in the D-A-CH region. The Wetzlar edition, held biennially in odd years, connects manufacturers, distributors, and service providers with users from Hessen, South Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and North-West Bavaria – a region that is Germany's 'natural centre' and the strongest industrial region in Hesse.- Despite a challenging market environment with expected revenue declines in 2026, regional trade fairs like all about automation remain vital for face-to-face exchange, lead generation, and showcasing practical solutions. The series continues to grow and adapt, with new locations in the Netherlands and Austria, reflecting increasing demand for regional, practice-oriented automation trade fairs.- 40 - 6

• AI-Driven Industrial Automation
• Robotics and Cobots as Key Technologies
• Digital Transformation & IIoT
• Sustainability in Automation
• Digital Transformation & IIoT as Core Enablers

similar event circuit

title: all about automation Series and Major German Automation Fairs

• all about automation Berlin
• all about automation Wels
• all about automation Straubing
• all about automation Zürich
• all about automation Düsseldorf
• all about automation Wetzlar
• SPS – Smart Production Solutions
• Hannover Messe
• Motek

summary: The all about automation series now spans 11 locations across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, offering regional, practice-oriented trade fairs for industrial automation, robotics, and digitalisation.- 22 - 6 Key 2026/2027 editions include Berlin (28–29 Jan 2026), Wels (20–21 May 2026), Straubing (10–11 Jun 2026), Zürich (26–27 Aug 2026), Chemnitz (30 Sep–1 Oct 2025), Düsseldorf (14–15 Oct 2026), and Wetzlar (21–22 Apr 2027).- - 22 Beyond the aaa series, major national and international automation fairs include SPS – Smart Production Solutions in Nuremberg (24–26 Nov 2026), Hannover Messe (20–24 Apr 2026), and Motek in Stuttgart (6–8 Oct 2026).-

• Spring 2026
• Summer 2026
• Autumn 2026
• Spring 2027

source note: Based on official all about automation website and major German trade fair calendars.

planning window: Q1–Q4 2026 / Q1–Q2 2027

Logistics

visa

required: true

official url: https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/215870-215870

ata carnet notes: Germany accepts ATA Carnets for commercial samples, professional equipment, and exhibitions/fairs- - 41 . Carnets are valid for up to 12 months- 41 . Present the carnet to German customs (Zoll) upon arrival; ensure all item serial numbers match the item list- 41 . Consumable goods and items for sale are prohibited- 41 .

ata carnet accepted: true

free nationalities notes: Citizens of EU/EEA countries and the following 62 non-EU/non-Schengen countries may enter Germany visa-free for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period for business or tourism: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Georgia, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kosovo, Macao, Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Nicaragua, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Korea, Taiwan, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United States, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Vatican City, Venezuela- - 11 . This exemption does not authorise employment.

weather notes: September in Wetzlar sees pleasant temperatures, with average highs around 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows around 9–10°C (48–50°F). Average precipitation is about 48–51 mm, with around 5–6 rainy days- . Visitors should pack a light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings, and an umbrella or raincoat is advisable.

• Punctuality and Professionalism
• Direct Communication
• Networking Etiquette

• Frankfurt am Main Airport
• Frankfurt-Hahn Airport

connectivity notes: Free Wi-Fi is provided for visitors and exhibitors at the venue. The Buderus Arena is conveniently located directly next to Wetzlar main train station (Wetzlar Bahnhof), providing excellent public transport connectivity- 14 - 16 . Discounted train tickets are available for visitors and exhibitors via Deutsche Bahn, including City Ticket and seat reservation- 14 .

local currency code: EUR

Visitor persona

visa

notes: Visa applicants must have a valid passport (minimum 3 months validity beyond return), completed application form, passport photos, proof of travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage), and evidence of the trip's purpose and means of subsistence- .

official url: https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/215870-215870

processing time: Generally at least 15 days; applications can be submitted up to 6 months in advance.

requirement summary: Most non-EU/non-Schengen nationals require a Schengen visa to enter Germany for business purposes. Citizens of 62 visa-exempt countries (including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, and South Korea) can enter visa-free for up to 90 days. There is no visa on arrival; all visas must be obtained before travel.

hotels

• Near Buderus Arena (walking distance)
• Wetzlar city centre (1–2 km from venue)
• Business district (within 5-min drive)

recommended check in: 1 day before event start (20 April 2027 for 21–22 April edition)

recommended check out: Day after event end (23 April 2027)

flights

partner url: https://www.bahn.com/en

• Europe (short-haul)
• Intercontinental (long-haul)

booking notes: Book flights to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA), the nearest major international airport. From FRA, take a direct train to Wetzlar Bahnhof (approx. 1.5 hours). Alternatively, fly to Frankfurt-Hahn (HHN) and take a bus/train combination (longer travel time).

destination airport: Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

weather

month: September

packing notes: Pack a light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella or raincoat. Business attire is appropriate for the fair.

temperature range: Highs around 20°C (68°F), lows around 9–10°C (48–50°F)

rain or seasonality: Moderate rainfall, around 5–6 rainy days

transport

parking: Parking opposite the arena in the Forum multi-storey car park (charges apply). E-charging stations available.- 1 Event rate: €4 per vehicle from 18:30 or Sundays.

ride hail: Taxis available at Wetzlar Bahnhof and throughout the city. Uber operates in some areas, but local taxis are more reliable.

hotel to venue: Walking distance from hotels near the arena (B&B Hotel: 5 min walk; Adapt Apartment: 8 min walk). Taxi or bus from city centre hotels.

public transit: Wetzlar Bahnhof (main station) is directly adjacent to Buderus Arena.- 1 Buses connect the city centre and surrounding areas; RMV provides timetables.

airport to venue: From Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA): direct train to Wetzlar Bahnhof (approx. 1.5 hours, discounted DB tickets available)- 1 . Drive: approx. 1 hour via A5/A45.- 2

• Confirm event pass and badge details
• Confirm visa and travel documents
• Book flights and hotel
• Shortlist target exhibitors/sessions
• Prepare meeting calendar

itinerary builder

• Wetzlar Cathedral
• Eisenmarkt & Old Town
• Alte Lahnbrücke
• Lahnaue Nature Reserve

Exhibitor persona

compliance

notes: Detailed stand rules and construction guidelines are provided in the registration documents.

stand rules url: https://www.allaboutautomation.de/en/exhibitor-center/

insurance required: Exhibitors are required to have liability insurance covering their stand and activities. Proof may be requested.

electrical or safety rules: All electrical installations must comply with German safety standards (VDE). Stand construction must adhere to fire safety regulations.

lead capture

notes: Exhibitors receive contact details of stand visitors via Smart Badge reader. Lead management is handled through the Visit Connect app.

• Smart Badge Touch&Collect
• Visit Connect App

• https://www.allaboutautomation.de/en/packages-pricing/
• https://www.allaboutautomation.de/de/teilnahme-preise/

provider name: Easyfairs / Visit Connect

availability status: unknown

badge scanner available: true

recommended followup sla: Within 48 hours of the event; ideally within 24 hours for hot leads.

• Confirm booth package and payment deadlines
• Submit stand design and contractor forms
• Book staff travel and accommodation
• Prepare freight and customs documents
• Prepare lead capture, collateral, and follow-up workflow

freight shipping

notes: For international shipments, ensure all customs documentation is prepared. Germany accepts ATA Carnets for exhibition goods.

deadline summary: Confirm shipping deadlines with organiser; typically 2–3 weeks before move-in.

• Packing list
• Commercial invoice (if international)
• ATA Carnet (if applicable)

official handler: No official freight handler specified for Wetzlar; contact organiser for logistics partners.

Planning

exhibitor

lead capture

notes: Exhibitors receive contact details of stand visitors via Smart Badge reader. Lead management is handled through the Visit Connect app.

recommended followup sla: Within 48 hours of the event; ideally within 24 hours for hot leads.

• Wetzlar Cathedral
• Eisenmarkt & Old Town
• Alte Lahnbrücke
• Lahnaue Nature Reserve

best visit day: Day 1 (first day of the fair)

• Talk Lounge
• Catering area
• Exhibitor stands

• Plan Your Visit
• What to Expect
• Getting Around

• Pre-event
• Event days
• Post-event

best visit day reasoning: Day 1 typically has the highest attendance, the most exhibitor presence, and the fullest schedule of presentations and demonstrations. It offers the best opportunity for networking and seeing everything before stands are dismantled.

Costs

calculator

currency: USD

per diem usd: 0

booth sqm max: 30

booth sqm min: 8

visa cost usd: 0

• Economy from Europe
• Economy from North America
• Economy from Asia

nights default: 1

booth sqm default: 9

insurance cost usd: 0

shell per sqm low usd: 0

shell per sqm high usd: 0

hotel mid per night usd: 0

hotel budget per night usd: 0

hotel premium per night usd: 0

booth prices

notes: Prices are for a row-stand package including stand construction, furnishings, media, marketing, and the mandatory EasyGo service package. VAT is not included. Packages from 8 to 30 m² are available; additional sizes and prices are in the registration documents. EasyGo package prices range from €950 to €2,500 and are mandatory. A 5% combined discount applies when booking at least 3 all about automation fairs in 2026 at the same time. These prices apply to all German and Austrian locations in 2026, including Wetzlar.

source: https://www.allaboutautomation.de/en/packages-pricing/

currency: EUR

standard booth sqm: 9

raw space per sqm low: 0

raw space per sqm high: 0

shell scheme per sqm low: 413

shell scheme per sqm high: 528

Decision tools

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intro: Answer these questions to get a personalised recommendation on whether you should visit, exhibit, or skip the 2026 edition of ALL ABOUT AUTOMATION - WETZLAR (note: the event takes place in odd years; 2026 is not held, but the next is 2027).

• Visit as attendee
• Exhibit as a company
• Skip this edition

tie label: Tie – consider both options

tie description: Based on your answers, both attending and exhibiting could be valuable. Consider your specific objectives and available resources.

Partners

• Hotelservice-Deutschland.de
• Deutsche Bahn
• SPS Magazin
• Schaltschrankbau

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Answers

• Katharina Lange

Sources

• Participation and Prices (English)
• Teilnahme & Preise (German)
• Standorte der all about automation
• Ausstellerportal
• Anreise & Unterkunft Wetzlar
• Travel & Accomodation Wetzlar
• Anfahrt und Parken – Buderus Arena
• Locations of all about automation
• Impressum
• Ausstellercenter
• Exhibitor Center
• Medienpartner
• Erfolgreicher AAA-Herbstauftakt in Hessen
• Erste All About Automation im Messeherbst 2023 fand mit rund 1.000 Besuchern in Wetzlar statt
• All About Automation verbucht 2025 deutliches Besucherwachstum in Düsseldorf und Wetzlar
• All About Automation Wetzlar 2025
• all about automation Wetzlar – official website
• Talk Lounge Wetzlar – Programme
• All About Automation expands to the Netherlands, Wetzlar pauses in 2027
• International Federation of Robotics: Five key robotics trends for 2026
• All About Automation Friedrichshafen 2026 – Podium discussion on trends
• Event Profile
• all about automation in Wetzlar: 21 + 22 April 2027
• Statistics & Testimonials
• all about automation: Restart der Präsenzmessen erfolgreich
• Talk Lounge Wetzlar | Vortragsprogramm
• Buderus Arena – Barrierefreiheit
• Wetzlar, Germany weather in September
• Climate & Weather Averages in Wetzlar
• Visas for Germany – Federal Foreign Office
• Germany's 2026 visa-free list – 62 countries outside Schengen
• Germany Visa for Indians 2026 – no visa on arrival
• ATA Carnet for Germany – EasyCarnet
• Carnet A.T.A. / C.P.D. – IHK
• all about automation – Locations
• Rockwell Automation Report Highlights German Manufacturers
• VDMA: Robotik und Automation weiter unter Druck
• SPS 2026: More than 900 exhibitors already registered
• Hannover Messe 2026
• Motek 2026