IFAT Munich 2026 – Your Hotel Near Messe München for the World's Leading Trade Fair for Environmental Technologies

Every two years, Munich becomes the center of the global environmental technology industry – and in 2026, it is that time again: IFAT Munich 2026 will open its doors at the Munich exhibition grounds from May 4 to 7, 2026, celebrating its 60th anniversary. As the world's leading trade fair for water, sewage, waste, and raw materials management, IFAT attracts over 140,000 to 150,000 trade visitors from more than 150 countries and unites around 3,000 exhibitors on more than 300,000 square meters of exhibition space. Whether you are an engineer, a municipal decision-maker, a startup founder, or an industry expert attending this major event, you need accommodation that is not only well-connected but also offers true relaxation after intense days at the trade fair – that is exactly what you will find at the Hotel am Schlosspark zum Kurfürst in Oberschleißheim, north of Munich.

IFAT is not a one-day event. With 18 exhibition halls, an expansive outdoor area, and a dense program of live demonstrations, expert conferences, and networking events, experienced trade visitors plan for at least two to three full days. As a hotel near the IFAT Messe München, we offer you a quiet base north of the city – far away from the urban noise and the parking chaos around the exhibition grounds, but with reliable connections directly to the fair. While hotels in the immediate vicinity of the trade fair are usually fully booked months in advance or available only at peak prices, you can still find real availability at fair conditions with us in Oberschleißheim – but the same rule applies here: the earlier you book, the better.

The 60th anniversary of IFAT gives the 2026 edition special significance. Industry experts and regular visitors expect a trade fair that will be even more characterized by a spirit of innovation and optimism than ever before. On the official IFAT website, you will find all the latest information on exhibitors, the program, and registration.

IFAT Munich 2026 – The World's Leading Trade Fair for Environmental Technologies Celebrates its Anniversary

IFAT Munich is more than a classic trade fair: it is the global stage for everyone who develops, offers, and implements solutions for the most pressing environmental problems of our time. Founded 60 years ago, it has developed into the world's most important platform for water, sewage, waste, and circular economy. In 2026, it returns with a compact four-day duration – a conscious signal from Messe München for maximum efficiency: the program is denser, the agenda is fuller, and as a trade visitor, you need to manage your time even more strategically. This makes it all the more important to be able to truly switch off in the evening.

The scope of IFAT is enormous: from state-of-the-art sewage treatment plant technologies to circular economy solutions and recycling innovations, as well as climate resilience concepts for municipalities and industry – the leading minds and companies of an industry that is more global and networked than ever before present themselves here. The complete event program with conferences, panel discussions, and special exhibitions can be found on the IFAT website.

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