About this expo
REISE + CAMPING und Fahrrad Essen serves as the premier holiday exhibition in North Rhine-Westphalia, offering a comprehensive overview of individual travel and leisure. The event presents a wide array of travel forms, encompassing everything from traditional tents and compact panel vans to fully integrated motorhomes, glamping chalets, and modern mobile homes. Concurrently, the Fahrrad Essen segment highlights the newest developments in the cycling industry, featuring various two-wheelers and accessories.
The exhibition attracts a diverse audience including travel enthusiasts, cycling fans, and campers interested in holiday planning, cycling trips, and sustainable mobility solutions. Exhibitors showcase products and services across key sectors such as Camping & Caravaning, Vanlife, Cycling, and Travel & Destinations, providing insights into intelligent van solutions, e-bikes, and international travel options. The event is organized by Messe Essen GmbH and is open to the public.
Scheduled from February 24 to February 28, 2027, at Messe Essen, this annual event provides a platform for discovery and inspiration. Past editions have drawn significant attendance, with over 83,000 visitors in 2026 and approximately 750 exhibitors from 18 countries. Concurrent programs, such as the Vanlife Lounge and SkandinavienWelt (2026), offer practical insights and diverse experiences.
Highlights
5 items- Largest holiday fair in North Rhine-Westphalia.
- AUMA listed.
- Over 83,000 visitors (2026) and approximately 750 exhibitors from 18 countries (2026).
- Held annually at Messe Essen, Germany.
- Concurrent Fahrrad Essen segment and special areas like Vanlife Lounge (2026).
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
REISE + CAMPING und Fahrrad Essen will take place from February 24 to February 28, 2027, at Messe Essen in Essen, Germany. The Fahrrad Essen segment will run concurrently, starting from February 25, 2027.
Who organizes it?+
The event is organized by Messe Essen GmbH.
What industries and products are covered?+
The exhibition covers Camping & Caravaning (caravans, motorhomes, tents, glamping), Vanlife (intelligent van solutions, self-build insights), Cycling (e-bikes, mountain bikes, cargo bikes, accessories), and Travel & Destinations (package tours, cruises, national and international destinations, outdoor adventures).
How can I attend or exhibit?+
The event is open to the public. Tickets were available online for past editions. Information on exhibiting is not detailed in the provided facts.
What are the practical participation details, such as ticket prices?+
For the 2025 edition, an online day ticket for the first day cost 12 Euro, while tickets purchased at the venue were 15 Euro. In 2024, a regular online day ticket was 12 Euro, with reduced prices for specific groups and children. A ticket for REISE + CAMPING or Fahrrad Essen granted access to the other fair from Thursday (2024, 2025).