Digital buyer journeys
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Event overview
Overview
The Bauen Wohnen Garten exhibition in Offenburg brings together the latest trends and high-quality products in the fields of building, living, gardening, and enjoyment. Attendees can discover innovative ideas and solutions for enhancing their homes and gardens.
The event features a variety of exhibitors and expert presentations, providing inspiration and practical tips for visitors. Bauen Wohnen Garten takes place in Offenburg, Germany.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Bauen Wohnen Garten takes place on March 6-7, 2027 at Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH, Offenburg, Germany.
- 2Scale and Focus: This exhibition showcases trends and products related to building, living, gardening, and enjoyment.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH, with more details available at their official website.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include homeowners, gardening enthusiasts, and professionals seeking innovative solutions.
- 5Entry: Tickets are available online, with early bird discounts for exhibitors until October 31, 2026.
Why visit
Visitors can explore a wide range of innovative products and solutions for their homes and gardens. The exhibition offers opportunities to meet experts, attend informative talks, and gain insights into the latest trends in building and gardening. Networking with other enthusiasts and professionals is also a key benefit.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at Bauen Wohnen Garten allows companies to connect directly with thousands of potential customers. It provides a platform for showcasing innovative products and services, increasing brand visibility, and networking with industry professionals. The event attracts a targeted audience with genuine purchasing intentions.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Homeowners in the Upper Rhine region planning renovation, extension or energy-efficient retrofit
Self-builders and buyers comparing prefabricated, modular and turnkey houses
Garden owners and allotment holders looking for plants, landscaping, tools and outdoor furniture
Interior and furnishing buyers comparing kitchens, bathrooms, flooring and lighting
Craftspeople, small builders and tradespeople sourcing materials and supplier contacts
Property managers, architects and energy advisers researching efficient building systems
Families and DIY renovators looking for practical ideas they can apply at home
Sustainability-focused households comparing heat pumps, solar, insulation and water-saving products
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Building material manufacturers and merchants: masonry, insulation, windows, doors, roofing and facades
Prefabricated and modular house providers, including timber-frame and turnkey builders
Heating and ventilation suppliers: heat pumps, pellet boilers, underfloor heating and ventilation systems
Solar and energy-storage companies: PV modules, inverters, home batteries and energy-management systems
Kitchen, bathroom and interior furnishing brands: cabinetry, sanitaryware, flooring, lighting and furniture
Garden centres, nurseries and landscaping firms: plants, garden tools, outdoor furniture, sheds and irrigation
Energy consultancies, building surveyors and funding advisers serving private homeowners
Smart-home and building-automation providers
DIY, hardware and tool brands plus home-improvement services
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Building materials and technologies
Interior design and furnishings
Gardening tools and supplies
Culinary products and gourmet foods
DIY materials and kits
Sustainable living solutions
Location & Facilities
Venue
Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH
Schutterwälder Straße 3, 77656 Offenburg, Germany
Facilities
Parking
Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH in Offenburg typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH in Offenburg typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
General admission
Regular ticket for Saturday or Sunday
10General admission
Reduced ticket for students, seniors, and disabled persons
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Who runs the show
Organisers
Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Offenburg, Germany
Why it matters
Attending Bauen Wohnen Garten on 2027-03-06 to 2027-03-07 in Offenburg 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.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Strasbourg Airport
Closest airport to Offenburg, with mainly European and connecting flights. Cross-border train connections via Strasbourg are also possible. Confirm current routes and transfers
TBA
to venue
Approx. 35-45 minutes by car
by car
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Low-cost and leisure carrier base reachable by road via the A5. Confirm car hire and bus or rail links to Karlsruhe and Baden-Baden stations
TBA
to venue
Approx. 50-60 minutes by car
by car
Stuttgart Airport
Larger international gateway with direct ICE and IC rail links toward Offenburg via Karlsruhe or Stuttgart Hbf. Confirm Deutsche Bahn connections
TBA
to venue
Approx. 1 hour 30 to 1 hour 45 by car
by car
Frankfurt Airport
Long-haul gateway. Rail is usually more convenient than driving from the airport; confirm Deutsche Bahn timetables and saver fares
TBA
to venue
Approx. 1 hour 45 to 2 hours by car; direct ICE trains to Offenburg take roughly 1 hour 30 to 2 hours
by car
Basel-Mulhouse Airport
Binational EuroAirport with rail links via Basel to Offenburg; useful for Swiss and French connections. Confirm cross-border tickets and schedules
TBA
to venue
Approx. 1 hour 20 to 1 hour 30 by car
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Offenburg City Hotel by Belvilla
midscale
Offenburg city centreGuest rating 3.8 from about 1,000 reviews; breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly, bar, business centre. Listed in Google Hotels results for Offenburg (125 properties shown).
B&B HOTEL Offenburg-City
budget
Offenburg city centreGuest rating 4.3; breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly, accessible, kid-friendly.
B&B HOTEL Offenburg-Hbf
budget
Offenburg main station (Hbf)Guest rating 4.2; breakfast, free Wi-Fi, paid parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly, accessible, kid-friendly. Convenient for rail arrivals.
Holiday Inn Express Offenburg by IHG
midscale
Offenburg3-star hotel; free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly, bar, restaurant, full-service laundry. A guest review cited onsite parking at about USD 10 per night.
Hotel Union
midscale
OffenburgGuest rating 4.4 in the Google Hotels listing for Offenburg.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
City bus
Estimated costApprox. EUR 2.50-3.00 per single journey
Best forOffenburg city centre and Offenburg Hbf to Messe Offenburg-Ortenau
Offenburg's urban bus network serves the exhibition grounds. Buy a single ticket from the driver or an app, and confirm current fare zones and event-day routes with the local operator.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR 9-14 per trip
Best forOffenburg Hbf to Messe Offenburg-Ortenau
The trip is roughly 2-3 km and can take longer during trade-fair traffic. Confirm the meter fare with the driver before departure.
Car parking
Estimated costApprox. EUR 5-8 per day
Best forMesse Offenburg-Ortenau visitor car park
On-site parking is available at the venue; event-day rates can differ. Arrive early on weekend days when day-ticket visitors peak.
Regional train or S-Bahn
Estimated costApprox. EUR 6-15 one way depending on origin and saver fare
Best forKarlsruhe, Strasbourg or Freiburg to Offenburg Hbf
Offenburg sits on the Rhine Valley main line with direct regional and long-distance trains; continue by bus, taxi or a 25-35 minute walk to the fairground. Confirm Deutsche Bahn fares.
Airport shuttle and cross-border train
Estimated costApprox. EUR 12-20 per person for the combined airport shuttle or tram plus TER train
Best forStrasbourg Airport (SXB) to Offenburg
Reach Strasbourg station by airport shuttle or tram, then take a TER train to Offenburg. Confirm cross-border tickets and connection times.
Walking
Estimated costFree
Best forOffenburg Hbf to Messe Offenburg-Ortenau
About 2-3 km; allow 25-35 minutes and use the pedestrian route through the city centre. Not ideal with heavy luggage or in steady rain.
Weather
March is early spring in Offenburg and the Upper Rhine valley. Expect cool mornings around 1-5 C, milder afternoons around 9-15 C, and a mix of sun, cloud and rain showers. Snow is possible but usually short-lived. The fairground halls are indoors, but queues and transfers can be outdoors, so dress in layers and carry a waterproof jacket. Check the local forecast in the week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Germany.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Fairground district
Messe Offenburg-Ortenau sits in Offenburg, a mid-sized Baden-Wuerttemberg town on the edge of the Black Forest and the Rhine plain, roughly midway between Karlsruhe and Freiburg.
Language on site
Exhibitor stands and visitor information are primarily in German; carry key questions in written German or use a translation app for stand conversations.
Sunday opening
German consumer fairs commonly run across a weekend including Sunday, when most high-street shops in Offenburg are closed - plan shopping and errands for Saturday or weekdays.
Registration
Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Offenburg; arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Offenburg; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Strasbourg Airport: Approx. 35-45 minutes by car; Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport: Approx. 50-60 minutes by car; Stuttgart Airport: Approx. 1 hour 30 to 1 hour 45 by car; Frankfurt Airport: Approx. 1 hour 45 to 2 hours by car; direct ICE trains to Offenburg take roughly 1 hour 30 to 2 hours. Allow road or rail time to Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH: Offenburg city centre: Offenburg City Hotel by Belvilla; Offenburg city centre: B&B HOTEL Offenburg-City; Offenburg main station (Hbf): B&B HOTEL Offenburg-Hbf.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Offenburg; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Offenburg Hbf is served by ICE, IC and regional trains on the Rhine Valley line, with direct connections from Karlsruhe, Freiburg, Basel and Strasbourg. Local buses connect the station and city centre with the Messe Offenburg-Ortenau area; the trip is short, and a taxi or 25-35 minute walk is an alternative. Buy local single tickets from the driver or app, and check event-day timetables with the Offenburg bus operator. Cross-border TER trains from Strasbourg are useful for French visitors.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March 2027
Temperature: March in Offenburg typically brings daytime highs of about 9-15 C and nighttime lows of 1-5 C. Frost and occasional light snow are still possible early in the month.
Seasonality: March is a changeable, transitional month in the Upper Rhine valley. Expect a mix of sunny spells, cloud and rain showers, with moderate rainfall spread across the month. Strong winds are less common than in late autumn. Check the forecast close to your travel date.
Packing: Pack layers: a warm mid-layer, a waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes for the fairground and city. Bring an umbrella and gloves for cool mornings. A small bag for brochures and a power bank for ticketing apps are useful.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Bauen Wohnen Garten usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm dates and opening hours
T-2
Book a hotel in Offenburg
T-3
Plan the rail journey
T-4
Prepare your renovation brief
T-5
Shortlist exhibitors
T-6
Check ticket options
T-7
Plan the local transfer
T-8
Book advice appointments
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Pack for changeable March weather
T-10
Arrive early and work the halls by priority
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Bauen Wohnen Garten registration concourse
Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General admission
EUR 10 / per person
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Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Bauen Wohnen Garten fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is Bauen Wohnen Garten?
Bauen Wohnen Garten is a consumer-oriented building, living and garden fair at Messe Offenburg-Ortenau in Offenburg, Germany. It brings together regional suppliers of building materials, prefabricated houses, heating and energy systems, interiors, kitchens, bathrooms, garden products and landscaping services.
When is the next edition?
The next edition is planned for March 2027, with travel-planning searches for the event using the weekend of 6-7 March 2027. Confirm final opening days and hours on the organiser's schedule page before booking travel.
Where is the fair held?
The venue is Messe Offenburg-Ortenau GmbH in Offenburg, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. The grounds are a short bus or taxi ride from Offenburg Hbf, and the city centre is within walking distance for many visitors.
Is the fair open to the public or trade only?
It is a public fair. Homeowners, self-builders, renovators and garden owners attend alongside tradespeople, architects, property managers and energy advisers who visit for supplier research.
How much are tickets?
Captured ticket information lists a regular Saturday or Sunday ticket at EUR 10 and a reduced ticket at EUR 8 for students, seniors and visitors with disabilities. Check the organiser's current sales channels and eligibility rules before buying.
How do I get to the venue from Offenburg Hbf?
Local buses serve the exhibition area, a taxi takes roughly 5-10 minutes and walking takes about 25-35 minutes. Confirm event-day bus routes and timetables with the local transport operator.
Is parking available at Messe Offenburg-Ortenau?
The venue has on-site parking, and typical event parking is charged by the day. Rates and capacity can change during the fair, so arrive early and check the venue's current parking information.
What can I compare at the fair?
Typical product areas include building materials and windows, prefabricated and modular homes, heat pumps and heating systems, photovoltaics and storage, kitchens and bathrooms, interior furnishings, garden equipment, plants, outdoor furniture and landscaping.
Can I get renovation or energy advice?
The building and energy sections are the place to collect quotes and compare advice on insulation, heating, solar and funding. Bring house plans, energy bills and photos so advisers can respond to your specific property.
What language is used at the fair?
The fair is primarily German-language, reflecting its regional audience. Some exhibitors and energy advisers speak English; bring a German-speaking contact if you need detailed contract or funding discussions.
Glossary
- Bauen
- German for building. At Bauen Wohnen Garten it covers new construction, renovation, extensions, windows, doors, insulation and building materials.
- Wohnen
- German for living. The fair's interiors side covers kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, furniture, lighting and home technology.
- Garten
- German for garden. Exhibits and advice cover plants, garden tools, landscaping, outdoor furniture, sheds and irrigation.
- Energetische Sanierung
- Energy-efficient renovation of an existing building, typically involving insulation, windows, heating and ventilation. It is a central decision area for homeowners visiting this fair.
- Wärmepumpe
- Heat pump. An electric heating system that extracts heat from air, ground or water. Visitors compare air-source and brine systems and ask whether their property and radiators are suitable.
- Photovoltaik (PV)
- Solar photovoltaic panels that generate electricity. At the fair, households compare roof systems, battery storage, inverters and self-consumption options.
- KfW-Förderung
- Subsidised loans and grants from KfW, the German state development bank, for energy-efficient construction and renovation. Advisers explain how a funding application fits a renovation plan.
- Fertighaus
- Prefabricated house. A home built from factory-made wall, floor or module elements and assembled on site. Several prefabricated and modular house providers present at the fair.
- Passivhaus
- Passive house. A very low-energy building standard based on a well-insulated envelope, airtight construction, heat-recovery ventilation and minimal heating demand.
- Barrierefreies Wohnen
- Barrier-free or accessible living. Design features such as step-free entrances, wide doors, level showers and adaptable bathrooms for older residents or people with reduced mobility.
- Smart Home
- Building automation for lighting, heating, shading, security and energy monitoring, often controlled by an app or voice assistant. Relevant for both new-build and retrofit visitors.
- Aufstockung
- Adding one or more floors to an existing building, a way to create living space in dense areas. The building section covers structural and planning questions around roof extensions.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Bauen Wohnen Garten 2027
- Bauen Wohnen Garten Offenburg 2027
- Offenburg Germany
- Home and Garden Exhibition Offenburg 2027
- Home and Garden Exhibition Exhibition Offenburg
- Building materials and technologies
- Interior design and furnishings
- Gardening tools and supplies
- Culinary products and gourmet foods
- digital transformation expo
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Digital business cards for the show floor
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