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ISM 2026

Messe Cologne, Cologne, Germany
01.02.2026 - 04.02.2026

Follow the Taste Trend

Get ready to indulge your sweet tooth at ISM 2026, the leading event for the confectionery and snack industry. This highly anticipated trade fair will be held from the 1st to the 4th of February at the Messe Cologne. Thousands of professional visitors and exhibitors are expected to attend, ISM 2026 since the trade fair is held together with ProSweets and focuses on trading companies and manufacturers while the latter is targeted at suppliers.

What to Expect from ISM 2026 in Cologne

ISM 2026 Cologne is the ultimate playground for confectionery enthusiasts that offers a grand array of treats from around the globe. Visitors can expect to discover:

  • Chocolate
  • Sugar confectionery
  • Biscuits
  • Snack foods
  • Ice cream, deep-frozen sweets
  • Breakfast Snacks
  • Trend Snacks and Natural Snacks

ISM 2026 provides a comprehensive overview of the industry, catering to both traditional and extravagant palates alike. Attendees can also participate in informative programs, gaining valuable insights and forging new business connections within the confectionery community.

Take Advantage of The Many Benefits

ISM 2026 Cologne will also give you the chance to:

  1. Discover New Trends: Explore the latest trends and innovations in the confectionery and snack industry, gaining inspiration for your products and marketing strategies.
  2. Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals from around the world, fostering valuable relationships and partnerships.
  3. Tasting Experiences: Indulge your senses with a variety of tasting sessions, sampling diverse flavors, textures, and combinations.
  4. Educational Seminars: Attend informative seminars and workshops led by industry experts, covering topics such as sustainability, market trends, and consumer preferences.
  5. Business Expansion: Expand your reach and explore new business opportunities, positioning your brand for success.

Why Should You Book a Hotel Near ISM Cologne with Fair Point?

Finding a hotel near Messe Cologne during the ISM 2026 dates is difficult due to the event’s popularity, unless you reserve through our website. Secure your ISM Cologne accommodations with Fair Point – your trusted partner for seamless stays. Our dedicated business travel agents with over a decade of industry expertise can spare you the time to find and book suitable rooms. Just give us a call or fill out our contact form!

Facts & Figures

Check out these essential facts about the trade fair here to save time!

Venue: Messe Cologne
Founded in: 1971
Industry: Food and Beverage, Foodprocessing and Packaging Machinery
Frequency: every 1 years
Where: Cologne, Germany

Directions

Airport: Cologne Bonn Airport, 13.5km
Railway station: Köln Hauptbahnhof, 4.1km
Subway station: Köln, Deutz Bf Deutz/Messeplatz, 1.4km

How to get to Messe Cologne

By Rail

Cologne Messe is directly adjacent to Köln Messe/Deutz train station to the south. The station has ICE connections by Deutsche Bahn, to Köln Hauptbahnhof and Cologne/Bonn Airport.

Stations near the Koelnmesse:

  • Entrance South:
    • S-Bahn: S6, S11, S12, S13 drop off on Köln Messe/Deutz
    • Tram and subway: Line 1 and 9 drop off on Deutz/Messe (U)
  • Entrance East, West, North:
    • Köln-Deutz train station - Line 3 and 4

By Car

Ten highways lead into Cologne’s beltway, bringing you directly to Koelnmesse without junctions. There are 14,500 parking lots around the exhibition centre and free shuttle buses are available to the venue.

GPS coordinates: latitude 50.947086 ; longitude 6.982777

Next edition

The fourth largest fairground is based in Cologne and there is always something on the calendar. The city is a big tourist hub in Germany as well. These and other factors make securing a hotel room for ISM a difficult task. We have hundreds of clients attending various trade fairs in Cologne and to make sure we can provide each and every one of them with 1st class accommodation service, we have secured exclusive contracts with many hotels and hotel chains. If you're unprepared for this year's trade fair, simply submit a hotel request for the next ISM edition, and we'll handle everything else! With extra time, we'll secure lower priced hotel deals near Messe Cologne on your behalf.

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