Dates

    28–29 Oct 2026

    City / country

    Bilbao, Spain

    Venue

    Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

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    Event overview

    Overview

    The International Forum on Architecture and Construction in Wood is set to take place at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre from October 28-29, 2026.

    This event serves as a premier gathering for professionals in architecture and construction, particularly those focused on wood.

    Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the latest innovations and trends in timber construction, network with industry leaders, and participate in technical workshops and presentations.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: Egurtek is held at Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Barakaldo, Greater Bilbao; check the official Egurtek schedule page for the current edition dates and opening hours.
    2. 2Format: A two-part forum combining an international congress on timber architecture with Zona Expo, a specialist exhibition of structural timber, engineered wood products, bio-building materials and construction systems.
    3. 3Sector Focus: Sessions and exhibitors address wood-based structural design, CLT and glulam systems, fire and acoustic performance, prefabrication, carbon accounting and the specifier decisions that move timber projects from concept to site.
    4. 4Who Should Attend: Architects, structural engineers, timber contractors, quantity surveyors, developers, manufacturers and public-sector specifiers evaluating wood construction for residential, civic and commercial projects.
    5. 5Entry and Registration: Visitor registration and congress passes are managed by the organiser; check the official Egurtek site for current entry conditions, delegate fees and badge collection at BEC.

    Why visit

    Attendees will gain insights into cutting-edge wood construction techniques and network with leading architects and engineers. Dates and Venue: The International Forum on Architecture and Construction in Wood will take place on October 28-29, 2026, at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre. Buyer Authority: Attendees include architects, engineers, and industry leaders focused on timber construction. Entry: Registration is free for attendees interested in the latest trends in wood.

    Why exhibit

    Egurtek's Zona Expo puts timber construction suppliers directly in front of the architects, engineers and builders who specify wood structures, and the exhibitor list shows returning brands alongside woodworking machinery makers such as HOMAG. Exhibiting here connects your products to a forum programme built around architecture and construction in wood, with the BEC halls hosting the expo alongside the congress sessions.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Architects specializing in wood design
    Construction engineers focused on sustainable building
    Timber suppliers and manufacturers
    Urban planners interested in innovative materials
    Academic researchers in architecture and construction
    Government officials involved in building regulations

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Wood construction companies
    Architectural firms specializing in timber
    Suppliers of sustainable building materials
    Manufacturers of construction machinery
    Consultants in green building practices
    Technology providers for construction innovation

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Timber construction materials and solutions
    Architectural design services
    Sustainable building technologies
    Construction machinery and tools
    Wood treatment and preservation products
    Innovative building systems and techniques

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    Bilbao, Spain

    Facilities

    Parking

    Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Bilbao 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 dining

    Parking: Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Bilbao 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 Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Free registration
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Feria Internacional de Bilbao

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

    2024

    Completed

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Edition recap

    The most recent completed Egurtek edition before the 2026 forum was the 2024 edition. The captured event-specific search results are limited to 10times listing pages for Egurtek exhibitors and visitors, and their snippets do not state visitor or exhibitor counts. Other captured results describe separate wood construction forums such as Forum Bois Construction in Paris and IHF in Innsbruck. No Egurtek 2024 post-show recap page was present among the search results.

    New this edition

    • 1

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      Organiser coverage highlights how the Egurtek Zona Expo reflects exhibitors returning edition after edition, a signal of repeat commercial value for timber construction suppliers.

    • 2

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      The organiser announced the eighth edition of the Egurtek awards, recognising projects and practice in architecture and construction in wood alongside the forum.

    • 3

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      The Egurtek app gives visitors and exhibitors the programme and exhibitor information on their phones during the forum.

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    The most recent completed Egurtek edition before the 2026 forum was the 2024 edition. The captured event-specific search results are limited to 10times listing pages for Egurtek exhibitors and visitors, and their snippets do not state visitor or exhibitor counts. Other captured results describe separate wood construction forums such as Forum Bois Construction in Paris and IHF in Innsbruck. No Egurtek 2024 post-show recap page was present among the search results.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    The most recent completed Egurtek edition before the 2026 forum was the 2024 edition. The captured event-specific search results are limited to 10times listing pages for Egurtek exhibitors and visitors, and their snippets do not state visitor or exhibitor counts. Other captured results describe separate wood construction forums such as Forum Bois Construction in Paris and IHF in Innsbruck. No Egurtek 2024 post-show recap page was present among the search results.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    The most recent completed Egurtek edition before the 2026 forum was the 2024 edition. The captured event-specific search results are limited to 10times listing pages for Egurtek exhibitors and visitors, and their snippets do not state visitor or exhibitor counts. Other captured results describe separate wood construction forums such as Forum Bois Construction in Paris and IHF in Innsbruck. No Egurtek 2024 post-show recap page was present among the search results.

    Intelligence

    Market context

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

    Bilbao, Spain

    Why it matters

    Attending International Forum on Architecture and Construction in Wood on 2026-10-28 to 2026-10-29 in Bilbao 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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    Market news

    Latest updates from across the market.

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    Building Construction in Spain Industry Analysis, 2026 - IBISWorld

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    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Hotel tiers

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

    Eurostars Indautxu

    midscale
    Indautxu, central Bilbao

    BYPILLOW San Mames

    midscale
    San Mames, Bilbao

    Travelodge Bilbao Sestao

    budget
    Sestao, near BEC across the river

    Bilbao ROOMS & KITCHEN Zorroza

    budget
    Zorroza, Bilbao

    Bilbao Metropolitan Hostel by Bossh! Hotels

    budget
    Bilbao city centre

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    metro

    Estimated costEUR 2-5 single metro journey (contactless)
    Best forBilbao metro to the BEC / Barakaldo area

    Metro Bilbao serves the Barakaldo district near Bilbao Exhibition Centre; the official BEC getting-there page lists the metro option.

    bus

    Estimated costEUR 35-85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forLocal Bilbao and Barakaldo bus services to Bec Bilbao Exhibition Centre

    Bizkaibus and urban bus routes connect Bilbao and Barakaldo with the fairground; routes are listed on Moovit and the BEC access page.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 35-85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forBilbao Airport (BIO) to Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    Taxis run from Bilbao Airport to BEC in Barakaldo; check the official BEC access page for current transfer options.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 35-85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forVitoria Airport (VIT) to Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 35-85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forSantander Airport (SDR) to Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 35-85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forBiarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ) to Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser
    Official visa page

    Weather

    Bilbao in late October is mild and often damp, with Atlantic showers possible across the Egurtek show days; pack a light waterproof layer and an umbrella for walking between BEC halls and the metro or bus stops.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Spain uses EU roaming rules, so visitors with EU SIMs keep their home allowance; travellers from outside the EU can buy a local prepaid SIM or eSIM from Spanish carriers for data during the forum. BEC halls and the Bilbao Exhibition Centre app support online access to the Egurtek programme and exhibitor directory.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

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

    Local language

    Bilbao is in the Basque Country; Basque and Spanish are both spoken, and Egurtek sessions run in Spanish and other conference languages with English listings on the programme page.

    Business hours and meals

    Basque business days run late by northern European standards; lunches typically fall between 14:00 and 15:30, so plan meeting slots around BEC hall opening hours.

    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 Bilbao; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Schengen entry rules apply for Spain. EU/EEA and visa-exempt nationals can attend Egurtek for short business visits without a visa; other nationalities need a Schengen short-stay visa arranged before travel.

    Processing: Apply well ahead of the October forum; Schengen short-stay applications are handled through Spanish consulates and BLS Spain visa centres.

    Carry the Egurtek invitation, hotel booking and travel insurance with the standard Schengen business visa file; verify requirements on the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs page before booking.

    Official

    Transport

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

    Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Bilbao; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC): Indautxu, central Bilbao: Eurostars Indautxu; San Mames, Bilbao: BYPILLOW San Mames; Sestao, near BEC across the river: Travelodge Bilbao Sestao.

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

    Public transit: Metro Bilbao and local Bizkaibus services connect central Bilbao and Barakaldo with the Bilbao Exhibition Centre; use the official BEC getting-there page or Moovit for current lines and stops to the fairground.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC); confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: October 2026

    Temperature: Daytime highs usually around 20-22 C and night-time lows around 11-13 C in Bilbao in late October.

    Seasonality: October is one of the wetter months in Bilbao, with frequent Atlantic rain showers and roughly 100-130 mm of monthly rainfall; conditions can change quickly across a show day.

    Packing: Pack layers plus a waterproof jacket or compact umbrella, comfortable walking shoes for the BEC halls and metro connections, and a light warm layer for cool evenings.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)

    Mid-show days at International Forum on Architecture and Construction in Wood usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.

    T-1

    Day 14 - Confirm the current Egurtek dates, opening hours and registration route on the official schedule page before locking travel.

    T-2

    Day 14 - Check Schengen entry requirements for your passport and book any required visa appointment through the Spanish consulate or BLS centre.

    T-3

    Day 13 - Book flights into Bilbao Airport (BIO) and compare transfer options to Bilbao city centre or Barakaldo; BIO is the closest major airport to BEC.

    T-4

    Day 13 - Reserve accommodation in central Bilbao, Indautxu, San Mames or Sestao/Barakaldo, and confirm the daily commute to Bilbao Exhibition Centre.

    T-5

    Day 12 - Register for Egurtek and select the congress sessions or Zona Expo slots that match your timber construction priorities.

    T-6

    Day 11 - Download the Egurtek schedule and mark sessions on CLT, glulam, structural fire design, acoustics, prefabrication or carbon accounting.

    T-7

    Day 10 - Build a shortlist of Zona Expo exhibitors in engineered wood, timber connectors, CNC machinery, insulation and bio-building materials.

    T-8

    Day 9 - Request meetings with suppliers or project partners and save booth numbers or hall locations once the exhibitor list is published.

    T-9

    Day 8 - Check Metro Bilbao and Bizkaibus routes to BEC and save a backup taxi or rideshare option for bad weather.

    T-10

    Day 7 - Prepare a one-page project brief with your building type, span requirements, fire strategy and sustainability targets for exhibitor conversations.

    T-11

    Day 6 - Review BEC hall access, badge collection and on-site parking details on the venue website.

    T-12

    Day 5 - Check the late-October Bilbao forecast and pack a waterproof layer and comfortable shoes for walking between halls and transit stops.

    T-13

    Day 4 - Confirm hotel, flight and airport transfer details, and share your Egurtek meeting schedule with colleagues.

    T-14

    Day 3 - Download offline maps and save the BEC address in Spanish for taxi drivers: Bilbao Exhibition Centre, Barakaldo.

    T-15

    Day 2 - Pack business cards, a notebook for technical sessions and any drawings or specifications you want to discuss with timber suppliers.

    T-16

    Day 1 - Recheck the Egurtek schedule for room changes and travel to Bilbao Exhibition Centre with time for badge collection.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    Day 1 · morning

    Registration and hall orientation at Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    Day 2 · core sessions

    Supplier meetings and product demos

    Day 3 · wrap-up

    Final negotiations and follow-up

    Networking spots

    2

    International Forum on Architecture and Construction in Wood registration concourse

    Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.

    Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)

    Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC)

    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.

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

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    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

    When and where is Egurtek held?
    Egurtek, the International Forum for Architecture and Construction in Wood, takes place at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Barakaldo, Bilbao, over two days in October, with the 9th edition scheduled for 19 and 20 October.
    How do I get to Bilbao Exhibition Centre from Bilbao Airport?
    Bilbao Airport (BIO) is the closest gateway; taxis and road transfers run to Barakaldo, while public transport options connect via Bilbao city and the metro network, as listed on the BEC getting-there page.
    Who exhibits at Egurtek?
    The Zona Expo brings together timber construction suppliers, wood processing machinery makers such as HOMAG, engineered wood and bio-building companies, and technical partners serving architects and builders.
    Is the Egurtek programme available in English?
    The congress programme and exhibitor directory are published on the official Egurtek BEC site, and the Egurtek app gives access to the programme and exhibitor information during the forum.
    Do I need a visa to attend Egurtek in Spain?
    Schengen rules apply; visa-exempt nationals can travel for short business visits, while other visitors need a Schengen short-stay visa arranged through Spanish consulates or BLS Spain visa centres before travel.

    Glossary

    1
    Egurtek
    International Forum for Architecture and Construction in Wood held at Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Barakaldo, combining a congress programme with the Zona Expo timber exhibition.
    2
    Zona Expo
    Exhibition area within Egurtek where suppliers of structural timber, engineered wood products, bio-building materials, machinery and construction systems present products to forum delegates.
    3
    BEC
    Bilbao Exhibition Centre, the fairground in Barakaldo, Greater Bilbao, that hosts Egurtek's congress sessions and Zona Expo.
    4
    Timber construction
    Building systems that use sawn timber, engineered wood or wood-based panels as structural or envelope components, the technical focus of Egurtek's congress and exhibitor displays.
    5
    Engineered wood
    Composite wood products such as glulam, cross-laminated timber (CLT), laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and I-joists, engineered for structural performance and dimensional stability; a core product family for Egurtek's structural timber audience.
    6
    Cross-laminated timber (CLT)
    Large-format engineered wood panels made from layers of timber bonded at right angles, used for walls, floors and roofs in mid-rise and commercial timber buildings; relevant to Egurtek sessions on structural timber and prefabrication.
    7
    Glulam
    Glued laminated timber, an engineered wood product made from bonded timber laminations, used for beams, columns and long-span structures; relevant to Egurtek's structural timber audience.
    8
    Bio-building
    Construction approaches that prioritise bio-based materials, low-carbon assemblies and healthy indoor environments, a theme relevant to Egurtek's Zona Expo and congress audience.
    9
    Timber prefabrication
    Factory-made timber wall, floor or roof elements delivered to site for rapid assembly, a product and process category relevant to contractors and developers attending Egurtek.
    10
    Structural timber
    Timber used as a load-bearing building element, including beams, columns, panels and frames designed to Eurocode and project-specific fire and acoustic requirements; a central topic for Egurtek's architect and engineer visitors.

    Also known as

    Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

    • Egurtek 2026
    • Architecture and Construction in Wood
    • International Forum on Architecture and Construction in Wood
    • International Forum on Architecture and Construction in Wood 2026
    • International Forum on Architecture and Construction in Wood Bilbao
    • International Forum on Architecture and Construction in Wood Bilbao 2026
    • International Forum
    • International Forum 2026
    • International Forum Bilbao
    • International Forum Bilbao 2026

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