About this expo
HOLZ is the most established trade fair for the Swiss wood industry, serving as the platform for knowledge exchange and networking in woodworking, timber construction, and furniture production. Organized by MCH Messe Schweiz (Basel) AG, the event is held at MCH Messe Basel, located at Messeplatz, CH-4005 Basel, Basle-Ville, Switzerland. The fair has been held every three years since its founding in 1957.
The event focuses on the Timber Industry, Forestry, Forestry and Wood Products, and Commodities. It is held exclusively for professional visitors, with the target audience including professionals from carpentry shops, timber construction companies, and those from trade and industry.
The 2025 edition featured over 220 exhibitors and attracted over 30,000 professionals. The next edition of HOLZ is scheduled to take place from October 10 to October 14, 2028, running for five days from Tuesday to Saturday.
Highlights
5 items- Founded in 1957, HOLZ is held every three years at MCH Messe Basel in Basel, Switzerland.
- The 2025 edition featured over 220 exhibitors.
- The 2025 edition attracted over 30,000 professionals.
- Organized by MCH Messe Schweiz (Basel) AG; covers Timber Industry, Forestry, Forestry and Wood Products, and Commodities.
- The next edition is scheduled for October 10 to October 14, 2028.
FAQ
5 questionsWho organizes HOLZ?+
HOLZ is organized by MCH Messe Schweiz (Basel) AG.
Where is HOLZ held?+
HOLZ is held at MCH Messe Basel, Messeplatz, CH-4005 Basel, Basle-Ville, Switzerland.
How often is HOLZ held and when was it founded?+
HOLZ is held every three years and was founded in 1957.
How many exhibitors and visitors did the 2025 edition attract?+
The 2025 edition featured over 220 exhibitors and attracted over 30,000 professionals.
When is the next edition of HOLZ?+
The next edition of HOLZ is scheduled from October 10 to October 14, 2028, running from Tuesday to Saturday.