Wine, fruit and vegetable trade show in Bordeaux, 1-3 December 2026: 500 exhibitors, 40,000 professionals and 70+ conferences across the full growing-to-market chain.
Dates
1–3 Dec 2026
City / country
Bordeaux, France
Venue
Parc des Expositions de Bordeaux
Time
8:30 AM – 6:00 PM daily
Companies exhibiting at Vinitech-Sifel include 3S, A SPEDO & FIGLI SRL, Abeille Assurances Stéphane Barrois, ABZAC FRANCE and ACMI SpA.
Event overview
Vinitech-Sifel is the biennial international marketplace for the wine, fruit and vegetable growing industries, held 1-3 December 2026 at the Parc des Expositions de Bordeaux for its 25th edition. Some 500 exhibitors from 24 countries expect 40,000 professionals across 70,000 sqm, showing vineyard and orchard machinery, cellar and winery equipment, bottling and packaging, agroecology, services and market-access solutions.
Buyers are winegrowers, cooperative managers, fruit and vegetable producers, oenologists, technicians, distributors and international importers. Three days of demonstrations, tastings and more than 70 conferences turn technical innovation into decisions growers can apply in the next season.
TL;DR
Visit to compare vineyard, orchard and packing equipment side by side, see live demonstrations, and sit in on more than 70 conferences on climate adaptation and market access. The 2024 edition drew 37,000 professionals, 69% of them producers, so the floor is built for technical buying conversations rather than general public browsing.
Exhibit to reach French and international growers, cooperatives and distributors in one three-day window. Organisers expect 40,000 professionals and 500 exhibitors across 70,000 sqm, with hosted international buyers, a startup village and a programme that keeps decision-makers on the floor.
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
Parc des Expositions de Bordeaux, Cours Jules Ladoumègue, 33300 Bordeaux, France
Entrances & gates
Main visitor entrance
Follow signs from the tram stop and car parks to badge control.
Over 8,000 free spaces with EV charging; arrive before 09:00 on the opening day.
8,000 spaces ·
EV charging points are available in the venue car parks.
Food options
On-site exhibition catering
On-site diningParking: More than 8,000 free parking spaces, including electric vehicle charging points; follow signs for the Parc des Expositions in Bordeaux-Lac.
Gate: Take tram line C to Parc des Expositions, then follow the signed visitor entrance; allow 10-15 minutes from the tram stop to badge control.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Ticket info
Badge collection
The badge is personal and valid 1-3 December 2026. Print it or load it before arrival; assistance desks sit at each entrance.
Ticket notes
An online visitor badge is required. No public price was printed; complimentary codes are distributed through exhibitors and partner associations, and badges are non-refundable.
Who runs the show
Bordeaux Events And More (BEAM)
Organiser
What's on
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2024
Visitors: 37,000
Exhibitors: 750
Floor area: 70,000 sqm
Edition #: 24
Exhibitor countries: 24
Visitor countries: 70
This edition
2026
Visitors: 40,000
Exhibitors: 500
Floor area: 70,000 sqm
Next edition
2028
Vinitech-Sifel is biennial, so the next edition is expected in late 2028. No dates or venue change have been announced.
Growth over time
Edition recap
Vinitech-Sifel 2024 closed with 37,000 professional visits and 750 exhibitors from 24 countries, drawing visitors from 70 countries. The programme combined more than 80 conferences and forums with live machinery demonstrations, tasting sessions and a startup village.
New this edition
Vinitech Games
A new challenge-led format announced for the 25th edition, with registrations closing on 10 November 2026.
SourceImpact
For a supplier, Vinitech-Sifel compresses a season of French and export prospecting into three days. The 2024 floor delivered 37,000 professional visits and 750 exhibitors, and the 2026 forecast keeps a similar scale. The buyer mix is technical and commercial: growers, cooperative managers, oenologists and distributors who specify equipment rather than browse consumer trends.
Audience quality
The audience is qualified by role rather than volume. Organisers report that 69% of visitors come for commercially driven visits, 65% are decision-makers and 63% produce wine or spirits. A large share manage estates above 30 hectares, which makes them credible buyers for machinery, cellar equipment and packaging lines. Expect French regional buyers plus international delegations from Europe and beyond.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on pre-booked meetings. With 40,000 professionals expected over three days and a concentrated French grower base, exhibitors that schedule demos and hosted-buyer slots before arrival can justify the stand. Budget for a 9-24 sqm shell scheme, freight, staffing and three nights in Bordeaux; treat the show as a pipeline builder measured over two quarters, not a single-order event.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Bordeaux anchors the French wine economy and is a gateway to European fruit and vegetable production. Vinitech-Sifel gathers the equipment and service layer that decides how vineyards and orchards adapt to climate stress, labour shortages and tighter export rules. A presence here is less about brand visibility than about being in the room when growers specify the next machine or cellar line.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Climate adaptation moves from trial to specification
Heat, drought and new disease pressure are pushing growers to buy resilient rootstock, precision irrigation and canopy-management kit. Suppliers that can show measured water and yield savings are winning specification slots.
What it changes: Equipment decisions are increasingly framed around climate risk, not just price.
Labour scarcity drives automation and ergonomics
Vineyard and packing operations face persistent recruitment problems, so robotic pruning, automated sorting and ergonomic handling are moving from demo to commercial adoption.
What it changes: Automation payback now competes on labour availability as much as on throughput.
Agroecology and traceability converge
Buyers want lower-input production plus verifiable provenance. That links soil-health products, biological crop protection and digital traceability into one purchasing conversation.
What it changes: Suppliers with credible data and certification support can differentiate on the show floor.
If the December dates do not fit, these events cover the same wine, fruit and vegetable equipment budget across the calendar.
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Berlin, Germany
Provisional dates from circuit knowledge; stronger on fresh produce trade than on field equipment.
websiteWine Paris & Vinexpo Paris 2027
Paris, France
Provisional dates from circuit knowledge; a wine-first show with less equipment depth.
websiteSITEVI 2027
Montpellier, France
Provisional dates from circuit knowledge; vine, wine, fruit and olive equipment.
websiteDates are circuit knowledge and provisional; confirm on each organiser site before booking.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Bordeaux-Merignac Airport
Closest airport; tram A to Bordeaux centre then tram C, or taxi direct.
12 km
to venue
25-30 min
by car
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Use for long-haul connections; TGV then tram C.
585 km
to venue
2h10 by TGV to Bordeaux Saint-Jean
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 75–120 / night
Simple rooms near the TGV station; 25-35 min to the venue by tram.
USD 140–210 / night
Best balance of restaurants, tram access and walkable evening options.
USD 280–450 / night
Walking distance to dinner meetings and tram C; book early for the show week.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Tram
About 15 minutes from the centre; buy a TBM ticket at the stop or in the app.
Taxi / ride-hail
25-30 minutes outside peak; allow 45 minutes on the opening morning.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay business visa | Nationals without a Schengen visa-waiver agreement | $90.00 | 15-30 calendar days |
Many European, UK, US, Canadian and Japanese business travellers can enter visa-free for short stays; check the 90/180-day rule.
An ATA carnet is commonly used for temporary exhibition goods; confirm the French customs office handling the venue before shipping.
Official visa pageWeather
December is cool and damp: daytime highs around 8-11C, lows 4-6C, with frequent Atlantic rain and occasional wind off the Garonne.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Bordeaux Saint-Jean has direct TGV links to Paris in about 2h10; the venue is on tram C. Mobile coverage is good; venue Wi-Fi is congested at peak sessions.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and tone
Shake hands and use Monsieur or Madame until invited otherwise; keep small talk brief before business.
Lunch hours
Lunch is a real break around 12:00-14:00; many nearby restaurants close between services, so book or eat early.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: BOD - Bordeaux-Merignac
Book 6-8 weeks ahead; the show week overlaps early December city events, so fares rise.
Book flightsGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Taxi 25-30 min (EUR 35-45) or tram A then C (about 50 min).
Hotel → venue: Tram C to Parc des Expositions, about 15-25 min depending on hotel.
Ride-hail: Uber and Bolt operate; expect surge pricing after 18:00.
Public transit: TBM tram C runs late; buy a return ticket in the morning to avoid queues.
Parking: Over 8,000 free spaces with EV charging; arrive before 09:00.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: December
Temperature: 4-11C
Seasonality: Atlantic rain is frequent; short showers rather than all-day downpours.
Packing: Waterproof coat, layers, comfortable shoes for 70,000 sqm of halls.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: 2026-12-02
Day two carries the Agroecology Summit and the tractor-driver and barrel-rolling contests, so the floor is busiest and conference content is strongest. Arrive early to secure supplier meetings.
Book badge and confirm free invitation code — Badges are personal and non-refundable.
Book hotel and flights — Check-in 30 November, check-out 4 December.
Shortlist exhibitors and request meetings — Target 8-10 suppliers across machinery, cellar and packaging.
Download tram tickets and venue map — Tram C to Parc des Expositions.
Pack badge, business cards and rain jacket — Doors open 08:30; arrive early on day one.
Badge collection and coffee
Visitor entrance, Parc des ExpositionsMachinery and vineyard equipment halls
Techniques culturalesCellar and bottling supplier meetings
Equipements de caves et de chaisConference session and startup village
Conference area / Village start-upFollow-up notes and networking
Wine & Spirit spaceSaint-Emilion
Wine Region Day Trip
45 min by car from Bordeaux
UNESCO-listed vineyards and chateaux for a post-show customer day.
Dune du Pilat and Arcachon
Coastal Nature Trip
1h by car
Easy half-day reset with Atlantic views and oysters.
Wine & Spirit space
on-site bar and tasting area
Best for informal meetings after 16:00.
Chartrons wine bars
city evening district
20 minutes by tram from the venue; book tables for groups.
Vinitech-Sifel leads convert on technical fit and post-show speed. Growers compare several suppliers in one day, so the first credible follow-up with a price and a datasheet usually wins the second conversation.
Budget
Shell scheme
EUR 240–380 / m²
Raw space
EUR 140–220 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Bands are indicative for a Bordeaux equipment show; no exhibitor tariff was printed on the public pages reviewed.
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.
booth
exhibitor · shell 9 sqm
USD 2340–3690 / per booth
hotel
both · mid
USD 140–210 / per night
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth | exhibitor | shell 9 sqm | USD 2340–3690 / per booth | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 140–210 / per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six questions to decide whether to visit, exhibit or skip Vinitech-Sifel 2026.
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 have a live capex or supplier shortlist and can attend at least one full day.
Best for
Growers, cooperative managers and technical buyers comparing equipment
Min. budget
$1,200.00
Timeline
Book 6-8 weeks ahead
Risks
Show week hotel prices
Crowded halls on day two
exhibit
You can staff the stand for three days and follow up within 48 hours.
Best for
Equipment, packaging and service suppliers targeting French growers
Min. budget
$9,000.00
Timeline
Commit 90 days ahead
Risks
Freight and stand-build delays
Lead follow-up capacity
skip
Your products or purchasing needs sit outside the production-to-market chain.
Best for
Consumer-facing brands or buyers with no wine, fruit or vegetable remit
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing adjacent supplier meetings
Book with
Parc des Expositions de Bordeaux
The Bordeaux-Lac exhibition complex hosting all three days, with tram C access and 8,000 free parking spaces.
Public venue information; not confirmed as a commercial show partner.
Air France
Principal carrier into Bordeaux-Merignac with connections through Paris.
Airline serving the destination; not an announced show partner.
CCI Bordeaux Gironde
Regional business chamber supporting exporters and incoming trade delegations.
Public business body; no partnership announcement was reviewed.
CIVB - Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux
Bordeaux wine trade body representing growers and merchants, active in export promotion.
Industry association; its role at the 2026 show was not confirmed on reviewed pages.
Recommended providers
Official Schengen visa portal.
Compare Gare Saint-Jean and Chartrons hotels.
Direct and one-stop routes to BOD.
ATA carnet and machinery handling.
Business travel and exhibition liability cover.
Saint-Emilion and Arcachon day trips.
Badge scanning and CRM export.
FAQs & glossary
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