Join us at SCHULBAU, the premier trade fair for educational building, on November 11-12, 2026, in Berlin, Germany. Discover innovative solutions and network with industry leaders.
Dates
11–12 Nov 2026
City / country
Cologne, Germany
Venue
Loewe Saal GmbH | Berlin
Event overview
SCHULBAU is the International Forum and Trade Fair for Educational Building, taking place in Berlin. This event brings together professionals from the educational sector to explore the latest innovations in school construction and design.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with exhibitors showcasing sustainable building solutions and participate in discussions on the future of educational environments. SCHULBAU - International Forum and Trade Fair for Educational Building takes place.
TL;DR
Attending SCHULBAU offers valuable insights into the latest trends in educational building. Network with industry leaders, discover innovative products, and gain knowledge on sustainable practices that can enhance educational facilities. This is a unique opportunity to connect with peers and explore solutions that meet the evolving needs of educational institutions. Session on the agenda: to 19:00 Moderation: Kirsten Jung, Founder & CEO SCHULBAU Jan Krause, Professor of...
Exhibiting at SCHULBAU provides access to a targeted audience of decision-makers in the educational sector. Showcase your innovative products and services, enhance brand visibility, and establish valuable connections with potential clients. This trade fair is an essential platform for companies looking to make an impact in the educational building market.
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
Cologne, Germany
Loewe Saal GmbH | Berlin in Cologne 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: Loewe Saal GmbH | Berlin in Cologne 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 Loewe Saal GmbH | Berlin for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Who runs the show
Cubus Medien Verlag GmbH
What's on
1
Seminar
1
Event days
08:45–08:45
Typical time
Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026
to 19:00 Moderation: Kirsten Jung, Founder & CEO SCHULBAU Jan Krause, Professor of Architecture, Media Management (AMM) at Bochum University of Applied Sciences / Office for Architectural Thinking
How the last edition performed
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
New this edition
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The organiser published a two-day recap of the SCHULBAU Leipzig 2025 edition covering ideas and future-focused discussion in educational building.
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A SCHULBAU Hamburg 2025 advisory board meeting set the course for the edition under the theme of how we want to build, learn and live in the future.
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SCHULBAU covered the WEtransFORM exhibition at the Bundeskunsthalle in Bonn, which outlined visions for sustainable construction.
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A SCHULBAU think tank in Copenhagen on 2 June 2026 brings together German cities, the City of Copenhagen and Scandinavian stakeholders from architecture, urban development and urban planning to develop school-construction strategies.
SourceImpact
SCHULBAU Hamburg 2025 was the most recent completed edition of the educational building trade fair series before the 2026 event. The organiser published the BSBK programme for SCHULBAU Hamburg 2025. The series also held SCHULBAU Munich 2025 and SCHULBAU Leipzig 2025, with Leipzig recapped as two days of ideas and future-focused discussion. SCHULBAU positions itself as an international forum and trade fair for investments in educational construction.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
For security integrators, consultants, and end-users, SCHULBAU - International Forum and Trade Fair for Educational Building on 2026-11-11 to 2026-11-12 at Loewe Saal GmbH | Berlin is the key Italian window to compare video, access, intrusion, fire, and cyber-physical platforms before year-end budgets close — co-located buyers use it to shortlist vendors for 2028 rollouts.
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Latest updates from across the market.
German Construction Industry Statistics | Fact-Checked 2026
Read2025 Trend Report on Construction of Education Buildings: Serial ...
ReadTop five largest educational building construction projects in Germany ...
ReadGermany Construction Newswire - EIN Presswire
ReadConstruction industry and finishing trade - make-it-in-germany.com
ReadAll Germany Articles - Construction Briefing
ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Berlin Brandenburg
to venue
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Generator Berlin Alexanderplatz
Approx. nightly band for a November double room; breakfast paid, free Wi-Fi, parking, bar and restaurant. Confirm rates for your dates.
Good Morning+ Berlin City East
Approx. nightly band; breakfast paid, free Wi-Fi, free parking and bar. Confirm rates for your dates.
MEININGER Hotel Berlin Central Station
Approx. nightly band; breakfast paid, free Wi-Fi, paid parking and bar. Very convenient for the BER rail connection. Confirm rates for your dates.
ibis Berlin Dreilinden
Approx. nightly band; breakfast paid, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, bar and restaurant. Confirm rates for your dates.
Hotel Big Mama
Approx. nightly band; breakfast paid, free Wi-Fi and paid parking. Confirm rates for your dates.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
S-Bahn / regional rail
BER has its own station served by the FEX, regional trains and S-Bahn S9/S45 into central Berlin; journey time is roughly 25-35 minutes.
U-Bahn / S-Bahn
Berlin's U-Bahn and S-Bahn network links Alexanderplatz, Hauptbahnhof, Potsdamer Platz and the Tiergarten area; buy tickets at station machines or in the BVG app.
taxi / ride-hail
Taxi ranks and ride-hail pickup points are signposted at BER terminals; allow 35-50 minutes to central Berlin depending on traffic.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
Berlin in November is cool and grey: daytime highs around 8 C, overnight lows near 3 C, and roughly 10-12 rain days across the month. Expect overcast skies and possible early frost, so waterproof outerwear and warm layers are sensible for the show week.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Germany uses the euro (EUR), and contactless card payments are widely accepted at BER airport, hotels and the venue, though a little cash helps for small purchases and transit machines. Mobile data is served by German networks; EU roaming rules apply for EU SIMs, while non-EU visitors should check roaming plans or buy an eSIM or prepaid SIM on arrival. Venue Wi-Fi is normally available as a backup.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language
German is the working language at SCHULBAU; many venue and hotel staff in Berlin speak English, but German-language signage and registration forms are common.
Currency
Germany uses the euro (EUR). Cards and contactless payments are widely accepted in Berlin hotels and at the venue, but keep some cash for small purchases and transit tickets.
Business etiquette
German education-construction meetings tend to be punctual and agenda-led; arrive on time for sessions and bring printed material for school-authority and architecture counterparts.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: BER
Book flights into Berlin Brandenburg (BER), the closest major gateway to the venue. Compare fares for the event dates and consider arriving a day early to allow for transfer time and registration; confirm current baggage and transfer rules with your airline.
Germany is in the Schengen area; non-EU visitors may need a Schengen short-stay business visa, while visa-exempt travellers are bound by the 90/180-day rule. Verify your nationality's requirement with the German Federal Foreign Office.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Business-visa files normally require proof of purpose (invitation or exhibitor confirmation), travel health insurance, and confirmed accommodation. Apply through the responsible German mission for your place of residence.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Berlin Brandenburg (BER). Allow road or rail time to Loewe Saal GmbH; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Loewe Saal GmbH: Berlin Alexanderplatz: Generator Berlin Alexanderplatz; Berlin city east: Good Morning+ Berlin City East; Berlin Central Station: MEININGER Hotel Berlin Central Station.
Ride-hail: Uber, Bolt and FREENOW operate in Berlin, and ride-hail is a practical option for the BER airport run or for late returns from the venue. Confirm app coverage and pricing in-app before you travel.
Public transit: Berlin's S-Bahn and U-Bahn, plus BVG trams and buses, cover the whole city. BER airport has its own station with the FEX, regional trains and S-Bahn S9/S45 into central Berlin, and the venue district is served by S-Bahn and U-Bahn lines. Single-journey tickets are zone-based (AB/ABC) and can be bought at station machines or via the BVG app; use the S-Bahn Berlin journey planner (https://sbahn.berlin/en/plan-a-journey/journey-planner/) to route from your hotel to the venue.
Parking: On-site parking is generally available at Berlin venues; confirm daily rates and hall access with the organiser or venue before you travel. Outer-district hotels often include free parking, which can offset a longer transit leg to the venue.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: Daytime highs around 8 C and overnight lows near 3 C; cool, often overcast late-autumn conditions
Seasonality: November in Berlin is typically grey and damp, with roughly 10-12 rain days across the month and limited daylight; early frost is possible.
Packing: Pack a waterproof jacket with a hood, warm mid-layers, an umbrella and water-resistant shoes; indoor venue halls are heated, so removable layers work best for moving between sessions and the exhibition floor.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at SCHULBAU - International Forum and Trade Fair for Educational Building usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Confirm your SCHULBAU visitor registration and save your ticket and confirmation to your phone before you travel. — Source: https://schulbau.online/besucher-registrierung/
Check your Schengen visa or visa-exemption status for Germany and, if a visa is needed, book a consulate appointment well ahead of the fair. — Source: https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/215870-215870
Book a Berlin hotel: central options around Alexanderplatz, Berlin Central Station or Potsdamer Platz give the easiest S-Bahn and U-Bahn connections, while outer districts often include free parking but add a longer transit leg.
Plan your Berlin Brandenburg (BER) airport to hotel leg and your hotel to venue leg using the S-Bahn Berlin journey planner, and note that single tickets are zone-based (AB/ABC). — Source: https://sbahn.berlin/en/plan-a-journey/journey-planner/
Review the SCHULBAU programme so you can target sessions on school construction, learning landscapes and education-building procurement. — Source: https://schulbau.online/schedule
Pack a waterproof jacket, warm layers and water-resistant shoes for Berlin November weather, and bring business cards and printed material for school-authority and architecture contacts.
Registration and hall orientation at Loewe Saal GmbH | Berlin
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
SCHULBAU - International Forum and Trade Fair for Educational Building registration concourse
Loewe Saal GmbH | Berlin
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Loewe Saal GmbH | Berlin
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether SCHULBAU - International Forum and Trade Fair for Educational Building fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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What is your primary role?
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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