Germany Travel Mart 2027 takes place from 29 May to 2 June 2027 in Bremerhaven, Germany, focusing on B2B exchanges in the travel industry.
Dates
29 May – 2 Jun 2027
City / country
Oberhausen, Germany
Venue
Bremerhaven
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Event overview
The Germany Travel Mart 2027 will be held in Bremerhaven from 29 May to 2 June 2027. This event serves as a crucial platform for B2B exchanges in the travel industry, bringing together key players from the hotel, tourism, and transport sectors.
Participants will benefit from organized networking opportunities and gain insights into new products and market trends. Germany Travel Mart 2027 takes place in Oberhausen, Germany.
Venue: Bremerhaven. Scheduled 29 May - 2 June 2027.
TL;DR
GTM is the German National Tourist Board's inbound-tourism workshop, run as a diary of scheduled appointments between German suppliers and international buyers rather than a public-facing expo.
Exhibitors will gain visibility among key decision-makers in the travel sector, access to a targeted audience, and opportunities to showcase their products and services to international buyers. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Hotels and accommodation providers, Tour operators and travel agencies, Transport companies. Position your offer across tourism services and packages, hotel and accommodation solutions, transport and logistics services, travel technology.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Oberhausen, Germany
Bremerhaven in Oberhausen 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: Bremerhaven in Oberhausen 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 Bremerhaven for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Who runs the show
German National Tourist Board (GNTB)
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
Germany Travel Mart 2026 was held in Oberhausen and organised by GNTB. Oberhausen Tourism described the event as a complete success. Trade coverage said GTM 2026 sent a positive signal for inbound tourism and reported a strong balance for German tourism.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
On 2027-05-29 to 2027-06-02, Germany Travel Mart 2027 in Oberhausen covering German destination and region product: city breaks, river and industrial-heritage routes, castles, palaces and themed cu gives technology buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Latest updates from across the market.
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ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Dusseldorf Airport
Main international gateway for Oberhausen and the western Ruhr; allow extra time at peak hours. Confirm live timetables and fares before travel
TBA
to venue
Approx. 30-40 minutes by car or taxi to Oberhausen; regional trains and S-Bahn run from the airport station towards Oberhausen Hauptbahnhof with a possible change
by car
Dortmund Airport
Smaller regional airport with a thinner schedule than Dusseldorf; useful mainly for short-haul connections
TBA
to venue
Approx. 45-55 minutes by car; bus link to Dortmund Hauptbahnhof then regional train to Oberhausen
by car
Weeze Airport (Niederrhein)
Serves mainly leisure carriers; check whether your origin city is actually served before planning around this airport
TBA
to venue
Approx. 40-50 minutes by car; public transport connections are limited, so a pre-booked transfer is often more practical
by car
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Useful fallback when Dusseldorf fares or timings do not suit; budget the extra rail time
TBA
to venue
Approx. 60-75 minutes by car; rail via Cologne to Oberhausen Hauptbahnhof is a realistic alternative
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Google Hotels capture for Oberhausen returned 157 properties with check-in 29 May 2027 and check-out 2 June 2027. Listed amenities include free breakfast (Holiday Inn Express), free Wi-Fi, paid parking, air conditioning and pet-friendly policies. Rates were displayed in a non-EUR currency in the capture, so no USD band is asserted.
Four-star options near the Neue Mitte district appear in the Google Hotels capture with breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, bar and restaurant, and full-service laundry. Confirm current rates and cancellation terms at booking.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Tram / light rail (STOAG network)
Oberhausen Tourism and STOAG publish arrival and network guidance for visitors.
Regional train (Deutsche Bahn)
Use Oberhausen Hbf as the rail gateway; parking is available at the station per bahnhof.de.
Taxi
Short in-city hops; fares vary with traffic and time of day.
taxi
Approx. 30-40 minutes by car or taxi to Oberhausen; regional trains and S-Bahn run from the airport station towards Oberhausen Hauptbahnhof with a possible change.; Main international gateway for Oberhausen and the western Ruhr; allow extra time at peak hours. Confirm live timeta
taxi
Approx. 45-55 minutes by car; bus link to Dortmund Hauptbahnhof then regional train to Oberhausen.; Smaller regional airport with a thinner schedule than Dusseldorf; useful mainly for short-haul connections.
taxi
Approx. 40-50 minutes by car; public transport connections are limited, so a pre-booked transfer is often more practical.; Serves mainly leisure carriers; check whether your origin city is actually served before planning around this airport.
taxi
Approx. 60-75 minutes by car; rail via Cologne to Oberhausen Hauptbahnhof is a realistic alternative.; Useful fallback when Dusseldorf fares or timings do not suit; budget the extra rail time.
Weather
Late May and early June in Oberhausen fall in the late spring shoulder season. Captured climate sources list Oberhausen May averages and monthly rainfall records, but the returned snippets did not state a temperature figure, so no numeric range is asserted here. Check a live forecast in the week before departure and plan for changeable Ruhr-area spring conditions.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
German mobile networks offer prepaid data plans for short business stays; captured guides cover SIM and data options in Germany. EU roaming rules apply for visitors with EU SIMs, while non-EU travellers should arrange a local or eSIM data plan before arrival.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language
Business meetings at the workshop run in German and English; carry bilingual business cards and confirm the working language with your counterparts in advance.
Punctuality and scheduling
Appointments at German trade workshops start on time. Build buffer time between scheduled meetings and keep confirmations in writing.
Cash and cards
Germany uses the euro. Cards are widely accepted, but some small bakeries and kiosks remain cash-only, so keep a small amount of cash on hand.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: DUS
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Oberhausen; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Visitors who need a Schengen short-stay visa for Germany should apply for a business visa covering the GTM dates in Oberhausen. The Federal Foreign Office publishes visa categories, the short-stay Schengen framework for stays of 90 days or less, and the consular services portal for applications.
Captured sources include the Federal Foreign Office visa service pages, the Germany.info business visa page for short-stay Schengen visas, and the consular services portal. Apply through the German mission responsible for your place of residence and allow time for appointment scheduling at peak season. The capture listed a 'Processing time' section but did not quote a specific number of days, so no processing time is asserted here.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Dusseldorf Airport (DUS): Approx. 30-40 minutes by car or taxi to Oberhausen; regional trains and S-Bahn run from the airport station towards Oberhausen Hauptbahnhof with a possible change; Dortmund Airport (DTM): Approx. 45-55 minutes by car; bus link to Dortmund Hauptbahnhof then regional train to Oberhausen; Weeze Airport (Niederrhein) (NRN): Approx. 40-50 minutes by car; public transport connections are limited, so a pre-booked transfer is often more practical; Cologne/Bonn
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Bremerhaven: Oberhausen (New Mitte / city centre): Oberhausen (New Mitte / city centre); Oberhausen (New Mitte / city centre): Oberhausen (New Mitte / city centre).
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Oberhausen; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: STOAG runs Oberhausen's public transport network, including tram and bus links from Oberhausen Hauptbahnhof into the city districts. Oberhausen Tourism publishes an arrival and transport guide covering tram, bus and car access; regional trains call at Oberhausen Hbf. Buy tickets at station machines or via the operator app and validate before boarding.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Bremerhaven; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May 2027
Temperature: Approx. 9-22 C: late May and early June in Oberhausen sit in the late-spring shoulder season, with daytime highs typically around 17-22 C, cooler nights around 9-12 C and a realistic chance of showery, changeable days. Pack layers and a light rain jacket and check a live forecast in the week before departure.
Seasonality: Late spring in Oberhausen is a shoulder-season window with recorded May rainfall averages published by climate sites for the city; the capture snippets did not quote a millimetre figure. Treat showers as possible across the 29 May to 2 June 2027 run.
Packing: Pack layers for mild-to-cool spring days, a compact rain jacket or umbrella, and comfortable walking shoes for tram and station transfers. Business dress for the workshop days plus one smart-casual layer for evening receptions.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Germany Travel Mart 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Confirm your GTM buyer registration and appointment schedule with the organiser; check the DZT trade pages for any outstanding documents.
Book flights into Dusseldorf (DUS) and a hotel in Oberhausen, allowing a buffer day before the first meeting block.
Map your appointment diary against the exhibitor list and flag gaps where you still need a hotel group, incoming agency or transport partner.
Request current 2027-2028 net rates, allotment terms and cancellation policies from your top ten must-see suppliers.
Prepare a one-page buying brief per product line (city breaks, groups, MICE, active) so meetings start from specifics.
Check rail connections from Dusseldorf Airport and Oberhausen Hauptbahnhof; note ticket options on the STOAG and Deutsche Bahn channels.
Print or download appointment confirmations, business cards and a short company profile in English.
Ask the organiser about pre- or post-event familiarisation tours and reserve a place if relevant to your programme.
Book any site inspections in the host region and confirm transfer times between hotel, venue and inspection stops.
Load offline maps and the local transit app; note the Oberhausen Hbf to hotel route and taxi fallback.
Pack layers and a rain jacket, then re-check the live forecast for the Ruhr region.
Reconfirm hotel check-in times and any early check-in needed after an overnight flight.
Travel to Oberhausen, collect any badge or welcome pack, and walk the venue layout before the first appointment morning.
Arrive early at the workshop floor with your diary, note-taking template and follow-up checklist ready for the first meeting block.
Registration and hall orientation at Bremerhaven
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Germany Travel Mart 2027 registration concourse
Bremerhaven
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Bremerhaven
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Germany Travel Mart 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Germany Travel Mart 2027, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Tourism services and packages and Hotel and accommodation solutions solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Germany Travel Mart 2027 in Oberhausen.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Tourism services and packages and Hotel and accommodation solutions products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Oberhausen show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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