hanseBAU 2027, Bremen build and renovation fair, 22–24 January.
Dates
22–24 Jan 2027
City / country
Bremen, Germany
Venue
MESSE BREMEN
Time
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
Event overview
hanseBAU 2027 runs 22–24 January 2027 at MESSE BREMEN, pairing the Northwest German building fair with the Bremer Altbautage in Halls 5, 6 and 7.
More than 400 exhibitors cover building, renovation, energy efficiency, interiors and garden across over 20,000 sqm.
Visitors can book free expert talks and practical demonstrations, compare trades and leave with quotes for a live project; the 2026 edition drew 14,781 visitors and 412 exhibitors, and the 2027 show expects more than 400 companies across three halls.
TL;DR
One weekend puts architects, tradespeople, heating and energy specialists, interior suppliers and heritage experts in the same halls. Bring plans, photos and a budget: exhibitors quote on the spot, and the free talk programme explains funding, retrofit and heating choices in plain language.
The audience arrives with live projects, not idle browsing. Around 14,800 people attended the 2026 edition, and the organiser reports an average stay of about 3.4 hours. A stand reaches homeowners and trade buyers from Bremen, Bremerhaven and the wider Northwest, with the Bremer Altbautage adding renovation-focused visitors in Halle 7.
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
Halls & areas
4Findorffstraße 101, 28215 Bremen, Germany
Entrances & gates
Main foyer
Central entrance from Findorffstraße; ticket desks and cloakroom in the Halle 4 foyer.
Onsite and surrounding paid parking is available off Findorffstraße; follow the MESSE BREMEN signs.
The halls are step-free and barrier-free; ask at the main foyer desk for the shortest accessible route to Halle 7.
Cloakroom is at the entrance in the foyer of Halle 4; use it before entering the halls.
Lockers are available at the entrance to Halle 7 for bags and coats.
Food options
Hall foyer catering
On-site diningParking: Parking is signposted around the Findorffstraße site; arrive before 10:00 on Saturday and Sunday because the halls and forecourt fill quickly.
Gate: Use the main foyer entrances off Findorffstraße; Halle 5, 6 and 7 are connected on foot within the grounds.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Day ticket (online)
On-site price EUR 15.
Reduced day ticket (online)
Students, trainees, pensioners and eligible concession holders; on-site EUR 13.
Evening ticket after 15:00 (online)
On-site EUR 11.
Early-bird day ticket
Available online until 15 November 2026.
Ticket info
Badge collection
Bring the online ticket QR code on a phone or printed copy; on-site tickets cost EUR 3 more than online prices.
Ticket notes
Online day ticket EUR 12, reduced EUR 10, evening ticket after 15:00 EUR 8; early-bird EUR 9 until 15 November. Under-16s enter free with an adult.
What's on
Bremer Altbautage
Renovation and older-building advice section in Halle 7, organised with energiekonsens.
Halle 7, included in the hanseBAU ticket.
WebsiteHow the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 14,781
Exhibitors: 412
This edition
2027
Visitors: 14,781
Exhibitors: 400
Floor area: 20,000 sqm
Next edition
2028
No 2028 edition dates have been announced; the fair runs annually in January at MESSE BREMEN.
Growth over time
Impact
The fair concentrates a regional renovation market into three days: 14,781 visitors met 412 exhibitors in 2026, and the organiser reports an average stay of about 3.4 hours. For a city of roughly 560,000 people in Bremen and Bremerhaven, that is a high-intent audience with live projects rather than casual footfall.
Audience quality
Visitors arrive with plans, photos and budgets, and many book supplier appointments on the stand. The mix spans homeowners, landlords, architects, craft businesses and trade buyers from Bremen, Bremerhaven and the wider Northwest. The co-located Bremer Altbautage adds owners of older and listed buildings who need conservation and retrofit expertise.
Exhibitor outcomes
The case rests on qualified conversations, not audited ROI: a three-day stand reaches a regional audience that is already spending on renovation, heating and interiors. Raw space starts at EUR 90 per sqm, so a 9 sqm stand costs from EUR 810 net before build. Exhibitors should track cost per qualified lead and follow up within 48 hours.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Bremen is the retail and trade hub for a four-million-person catchment, and its housing stock is old enough that retrofit, heating replacement and heritage work are steady demand drivers. A January consumer fair catches owners before the spring building season, when project decisions and supplier bookings are made.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Heat pump and retrofit demand
Owners are comparing heat pumps, hybrid heating and insulation packages as fossil heating rules and funding programmes shift.
What it changes: Heating and envelope suppliers can meet decision-ready buyers who bring consumption data and renovation plans.
Renovation of existing buildings
The Bremer Altbautage and Forum Denkmal reflect demand for sensitive work on older and listed buildings rather than new-build.
What it changes: Craft businesses that can repair rather than replace win work from heritage and pre-1970s housing owners.
Energy advice as a purchase trigger
Independent advice from energiekonsens and the Klima Bau Netzwerk sits beside commercial stands, helping visitors turn retrofit ideas into funded projects.
What it changes: Exhibitors benefit when advice shortens the path from browsing to a booked survey or quotation.
A January fair in Bremen sits in a regional circuit of construction and renovation shows, with larger national and international events in Munich and Hamburg for buyers comparing ranges.
BAU 2027
Munich, Germany
Circuit estimate: BAU runs in odd years in mid-January; confirm exact dates before booking.
websiteNordBau 2027
Neumünster, Germany
Circuit estimate: NordBau is held in September in Neumünster; confirm exact dates.
websitehanseBAU 2028
Bremen, Germany
Circuit estimate: the fair is annual in late January; 2028 dates not yet announced.
websiteWinter build season
January is when owners commit to spring renovation work.
Autumn specification
September is used to specify products for the following season.
Circuit dates are editorial estimates from the established annual and biennial rhythms of these fairs, not fetched 2027 calendars.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Closest airport; tram line 6 connects the terminal to Bremen Hauptbahnhof in about 11 minutes.
6 km
to venue
15 minutes
by car
Larger international gateway; direct trains from Hamburg to Bremen take about an hour.
120 km
to venue
75–90 minutes
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 85–120 / night
Simple rooms within a 10–15 minute walk or short tram ride of the halls; January rates rise during the fair weekend.
USD 140–190 / night
Four-star comfort near the station and old town, with breakfast and meeting space.
USD 220–320 / night
Best available rooms and service; book early because the premium stock is small during fair week.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Tram
Short ride from the station; buy a single ticket from the machine and validate before boarding.
Taxi
Metered taxis wait at the station and airport ranks; the airport run is about 15–20 minutes.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen business visa | Visitors from countries without a Schengen visa waiver | $90.00 | 15–45 calendar days |
EU/EEA and many other passport holders can enter Germany visa-free for short business visits; check the current Schengen list before booking.
An ATA carnet is normally accepted for temporary exhibition goods; confirm the customs procedure with the freight forwarder.
Official visa pageWeather
Late January is cold and changeable: daytime highs around 4–6°C, nights near 0°C, with wind and frequent rain. Snow is possible but rarely settles for long.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Mobile coverage is good across the halls. Free public Wi-Fi is not advertised by the venue, so bring an EU data plan or a portable hotspot for lead capture.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and punctuality
A handshake and a clear appointment time are expected in German business meetings; arrive on time and keep small talk brief before the agenda.
Sunday trading
Most shops close on Sunday, so plan any hardware or supply purchases for Friday or Saturday and use Sunday for the fair itself.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: Bremen Airport (BRE)
Book 8–12 weeks ahead for late January; the fair weekend coincides with normal winter demand and city-centre hotels fill first.
Book flightsSchengen rules apply. EU/EEA citizens and many visa-waiver nationalities do not need a visa for a short business visit; others need a Schengen business visa before travel.
Estimated cost: USD 90 standard adult Schengen fee, plus travel and biometrics
Processing: 15–45 calendar days
Check your nationality against the current Schengen list and apply early; the fee is set by the EU and is not an official quote for your case.
OfficialPartnerGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Tram line 6 from Bremen Airport to the city, then a short tram or 20-minute walk to the halls; a taxi takes about 15–20 minutes.
Hotel → venue: Most central hotels are a 10–25 minute walk or one short tram ride from Findorffstraße.
Ride-hail: Use metered taxis from station and airport ranks; ride-hailing coverage is limited, so book by phone or hotel desk.
Public transit: BSAG trams and buses serve Bremen Hauptbahnhof and the city centre; single tickets cost about EUR 3.10.
Parking: Paid parking is available around the Findorffstraße grounds; arrive before 10:00 at weekends.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: January
Temperature: 0–6°C
Seasonality: Windy, wet and occasionally icy; daylight is short, with sunset before 17:00.
Packing: Warm layered clothing, a waterproof coat and comfortable shoes for walking between halls.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Friday
Friday has the quietest aisles and the best access to exhibitor specialists before weekend crowds, while all three halls and the talk programme are fully open.
Book ticket and choose Friday or Saturday — Online prices are lower; under-16s enter free with an adult.
Shortlist exhibitors and talks — Use the 2026 exhibitor list and hall plans to plan a route through Halls 5–7.
Prepare project pack — Bring floor plans, photos, energy bills and a budget range for supplier meetings.
Confirm travel and hotel — Check tram and rail connections; Bremen hotels fill during the fair weekend.
Download ticket and check times — Doors open 10:00–18:00; arrive early on Saturday and Sunday.
Arrive, collect badge and cloakroom
Halle 4 foyerWalk Hall 5 for building materials and heating
Halle 5Attend a free retrofit or heating talk
Talk area, Halls 5–6Supplier meetings and quotes
Halle 6Bremer Altbautage and heritage advice
Halle 7Bremerhaven and the German Emigration Center
Day Trip
About 1 hour by train
Harbour history and a change of scene after the show.
Worpswede artists colony
Half-Day Trip
About 30 minutes by car
Art, studios and moorland landscape north of Bremen.
Hall foyer cafés
Informal meeting
Central meeting point between Halls 5 and 6; good for a short supplier debrief.
Bremer Altbautage lounge
Sector networking
Halle 7 attracts heritage and retrofit specialists; useful for craft and conservation contacts.
Bremen homeowners often leave the fair with several quotes; a fast, specific follow-up is the difference between a booked survey and a lost project.
Budget
Shell scheme
EUR 140–180 / m²
Raw space
EUR 90–105 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Raw-space tariffs are printed by the organiser for 2026 and treated as the 2027 planning basis. Shell-scheme band is an editorial estimate; net prices exclude VAT, walls, furniture and electricity.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
Raw space
exhibitor · row stand
EUR 810–945 / 9 sqm stand
Shell scheme
exhibitor · turnkey
EUR 1260–1620 / 9 sqm stand
Hotel
visitor · mid
USD 140–190 / room per night
Per diem
visitor · standard
USD 50–80 / person per day
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw space | exhibitor | row stand | EUR 810–945 / 9 sqm stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Shell scheme | exhibitor | turnkey | EUR 1260–1620 / 9 sqm stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Hotel | visitor | mid | USD 140–190 / room per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Per diem | visitor | standard | USD 50–80 / person per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six quick questions score whether to visit, exhibit or skip hanseBAU 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
Which best describes your role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You need suppliers, quotes or independent retrofit advice within one weekend.
Best for
Homeowners, landlords and trade buyers with a live project
Timeline
Any time before the show weekend
Risks
Crowded aisles on Saturday and Sunday
Not every exhibitor quotes on the spot
exhibit
Your products fit renovation, heating, interiors or garden and you can staff three days.
Best for
Suppliers and manufacturers selling to Northwest homeowners and trade
Min. budget
$1,500.00
Timeline
Book stand 3–6 months ahead
Risks
Stand space is more than half allocated
Build-up and logistics costs exceed the rent
skip
Your project is on hold or your team cannot act on leads within a month.
Best for
Buyers with no project in the next year
Timeline
Reassess in autumn 2027
Risks
Missing competitor and price intelligence
Losing early-bird ticket pricing
Book with
MESSE BREMEN / M3B GmbH
Owns and operates the Findorffstraße exhibition grounds and hosts hanseBAU.
Public venue operator; not a fetched partner endorsement.
Bremen Airport
Regional gateway about 6 km from the venue with tram connections to the city.
Public transport resource; no partnership confirmed.
Handwerkskammer Bremen
Regional chamber representing craft businesses that exhibit and attend.
Public industry body; no partnership confirmed.
Bundesverband der Deutschen Bauindustrie
National construction industry association relevant to professional visitors.
Public industry association; no partnership confirmed.
Recommended providers
Check Schengen requirements and apply at the German mission in your country.
Book central Bremen hotels 8–12 weeks ahead; fair weekend demand is high.
Compare flights into BRE; Hamburg HAM is the fallback with direct trains to Bremen.
Use the venue-appointed handler named in the exhibitor manual for on-site deliveries.
Exhibitors should confirm public liability and stand cover; this is a resource, not an official insurer.
Ideas for Bremerhaven, Worpswede and city walks around the fair.
A CRM app for compliant lead capture; no official show scanner is advertised.
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FAQs & glossary
Frequently asked
Glossary
Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
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References
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Publishers
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Date checked
M3B GmbH / MESSE BREMEN
Bremer Altbautage / energiekonsens
MESSE BREMEN
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