Photo: Heidi Lommatzsch / Google MapsAnuga FoodTec 2027 Hotels
Anuga FoodTec 2027 runs 23 to 26 February at Koelnmesse, Cologne. 38,427 visitors from 133 countries (2024)
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Where to stay for Anuga FoodTec 2027: the closest hotels to Koelnmesse are in Deutz and Altstadt/City Centre, with Belgisches Viertel a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
Anuga FoodTec, the international trade fair for food and beverage technology, runs at Koelnmesse (Cologne Exhibition Centre) from Tuesday 23 to Friday 26 February 2027. The organiser reports 1,307 exhibitors and 38,427 visitors from 133 countries at the 2024 edition, with halls covering food processing, packaging, automation, digitalisation, intralogistics, safety and analytics. It is a separate event from Anuga, the food and beverage fair also held at Koelnmesse. For Anuga FoodTec hotels the main choice is simple: Deutz, right beside the exhibition centre, puts you a short walk from the halls, while the Altstadt and Belgisches Viertel across the Rhine give food processing and packaging teams more room choice and better evenings for client dinners. This page shows live hotel rates near Koelnmesse for your dates, so you can compare Cologne accommodation for Anuga FoodTec and book before late February demand peaks.
Popular areas for attendees: Deutz · Altstadt/City Centre · Belgisches Viertel · Ehrenfeld.
- Cologne hotels for Anuga FoodTec sorted by distance to Koelnmesse, from Deutz to the Altstadt across the river
- Live rates for 23 to 26 February 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for build-up days or the International FoodTec Forum the day before
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your meeting schedule firms up
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a team or exhibitor group quote within 24 hours via our enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 23 Feb to 26 Feb 2027
- Venue
- Koelnmesse
- City
- Cologne, Germany
- Airport
- CGN
- Attendance
- 38,427 visitors from 133 countries (2024)
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Hotels near Koelnmesse for Anuga FoodTec 2027
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Rates shown for the event window, Mon, Feb 22 → Sat, Feb 27 (arrive the day before, leave the day after), or choose your own dates above.
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Where should you eat during Anuga FoodTec?
gamescom and Anuga swamp Deutz: Lommerzheim fills within an hour of the halls closing. Reserve the crane-house dinner early and learn the Kölsch coaster rules before you go.
Photo: Ox&Klee / Google MapsOx & Klee
Creative tasting menus
Rheinauhafen, 12 min taxi across the Rhine from Koelnmesse
Daniel Gottschlich's two-star flagship inside one of the iconic crane houses on the Rhine: Cologne's top room for impressing key accounts.
Tip: Tasting only, 3+ hours: reserve before gamescom or Anuga sell it out.
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Photo: Sahila - The Restaurant / Google MapsSahila
Globally inspired fine dining
Altstadt-Süd, 10 min taxi from Koelnmesse
Julia Komp, once Germany's youngest starred chef, runs this one-star culinary world tour. Relaxed and conversation-friendly for client dinners.
Tip: Evenings only; the adjoining mezze bar Yu*lia is a good walk-in plan B.
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Photo: Sebastian Koch / Google MapsLommerzheim
Kölsch tavern · legendary
Deutz, 15 min walk from the Koelnmesse south entrance
The legendary 'Lommi': a deliberately unpolished corner pub pouring Päffgen Kölsch with its famous massive pork chop. The closest genuine Cologne institution to the fairgrounds.
Tip: No small-group reservations; closes mid-afternoon. Arrive at opening during gamescom. Cash.
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Photo: Brauerei Päffgen / Google MapsPäffgen Brauhaus
Brauhaus · brewed on site
Friesenviertel, KVB from Bf Deutz
Unfiltered Päffgen Kölsch brewed on site and carried out in wreaths by brusque Köbes waiters: the full Cologne initiation for visiting colleagues.
Tip: Coaster on top of the glass to stop the refills. Cash.
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Photo: katie laswell / Google MapsBei Oma Kleinmann
Schnitzel house · 70+ years
Kwartier Latäng, tram 9 from Bf Deutz
Plate-sized schnitzels and a lively Kölsch-fueled room serving into the late evening: the unfussy team dinner after tear-down.
Tip: A few tables held for walk-ins: try early or late during fairs.
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Photo: THE COFFICE DEUTZ / Google MapsKaffeesapiens
Specialty coffee
Deutz: at Köln Messe/Deutz station, 10 min walk to the halls
Third-wave espresso bar right beside the trade-fair complex: rotating single-origin filters and the best pre-badge-scan coffee upgrade over hall catering.
Tip: Weekdays ~08:00-17:30. On the way in, not after the reception.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after Anuga FoodTec: bookable experiences in Cologne, same account, same checkout.
While you're in Cologne
Cologne pairs its huge Koelnmesse trade-fair calendar with passionate Bundesliga football, one of Europe's busiest arenas and the legendary Carnival.
1. FC Köln (Bundesliga)
Back in the Bundesliga, FC Köln's RheinEnergieStadion delivers one of Germany's most passionate football atmospheres.
Find ticketsCologne Carnival
The 'fifth season' climaxes with the Rose Monday parade, when the whole city becomes one giant street party.
Find ticketsLanxess Arena concerts
One of Europe's highest-attendance arenas, Lanxess Arena hosts major world tours, shows and sport almost every week.
Find ticketsKölner Haie (DEL ice hockey)
The Cologne Sharks regularly draw some of Europe's biggest ice hockey crowds to Lanxess Arena on winter evenings.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to Anuga FoodTec?
From Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
- S-Bahn and regional trains run from the airport station to Köln Messe/Deutz, the station beside the exhibition centre, in about 15 minutes
- A taxi to Deutz takes about 20 minutes outside rush hour
- Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) is the main long-haul alternative, with direct trains to Köln Messe/Deutz and Köln Hbf
- Frankfurt Airport has ICE high-speed trains to Cologne in about an hour, a common choice for intercontinental flights
By rail and road
- Köln Messe/Deutz is a main-line station with ICE and regional services, so many German and Benelux visitors arrive by train straight to the halls
- Köln Hauptbahnhof (main station) is one stop away across the Hohenzollern Bridge, or a walk of about 15 minutes
- Koelnmesse runs its own car parks, but expect them and the surrounding roads to be busy at opening and closing times
- If you drive, park once at your hotel and use the S-Bahn, tram or train for the daily trip to the fair
How do you get around during Anuga FoodTec?
Getting to Koelnmesse each day
- Köln Messe/Deutz station sits next to the exhibition centre; S-Bahn, regional and ICE trains stop there
- Tram lines 1 and 9 serve Deutzer Freiheit and Bahnhof Deutz/Messe, linking the venue with Neumarkt and the city centre
- From the Altstadt you can walk across the Hohenzollern Bridge to Deutz in about 15-20 minutes
- Your Anuga FoodTec admission ticket comes with a free travel ticket (2nd class) for buses and trains in the VRS network, sent by separate email; it is personal, needs photo ID and excludes IC, EC and ICE trains
Around Cologne
- The KVB tram and U-Bahn network covers the city centre, Belgisches Viertel and Ehrenfeld, with frequent services into the evening
- Rideshare and taxis are easy to find, but expect slow traffic on the Rhine bridges when the halls close in the evening
- Late February in Cologne is usually cold and often wet, so pack a warm coat and a waterproof for the walk between station and halls
- Restaurants in the Altstadt and Belgisches Viertel fill with fair groups in the evening, so reserve a table if you are hosting clients
Do you need a visa for Anuga FoodTec?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- EU, EEA and Swiss citizens need only a valid passport or national ID card
- Citizens of visa-exempt countries such as the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and Japan can visit Germany for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for business, including trade fairs
- The EU Entry/Exit System now registers non-EU travellers' fingerprints and a facial image at the first Schengen border crossing, so allow extra time at passport control
- Check before you travel whether the EU's ETIAS pre-travel authorisation has started for visa-exempt nationals
eVisa / visa required
- Nationals of countries such as India, China, Nigeria and Pakistan need a short-stay Schengen (type C) visa, applied for in person through the consulate or its visa centre
- You can apply up to six months before travel; appointment slots before winter and spring fairs fill quickly, so start early
- If you need a visa, keep your Anuga FoodTec ticket or registration confirmation and ask your exhibitor contacts for an invitation letter to include with your application
Documents to carry
- A passport issued within the last ten years and valid for at least three months after you leave the Schengen area
- Your fair registration or ticket confirmation and your hotel booking
- A letter from your employer explaining the business purpose of the trip, plus travel insurance if you hold a visa
Entry and visa rules change; check current requirements with the embassy or consulate of the country you are visiting, or official EU sources, before you book.
First time at Anuga FoodTec?
- Visitor hours are 09:00 to 18:00 from Tuesday to Thursday and 09:00 to 16:00 on Friday 26 February, so do not leave key meetings for the last afternoon
- Buy your ticket online in advance: the organiser prices online day and season tickets at half the box office rate
- Buyers need a personal Koelnmesse account, and Koelnmesse may check trade visitor status on site, so bring a business card or company ID
- Anuga FoodTec spreads across eight halls (4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10.1); check the hall plan by product segment before you arrive
- Children aged 7 to 16 need a reduced ticket and must be with an adult, and pets are not allowed on the grounds
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Friday 26 February is Careers Day, when school and college students get free entry, so exhibitors are often busiest with buyers earlier in the week
- Deutz hotels go first; a hotel near Köln Hbf is one train stop from Köln Messe/Deutz and your free VRS ticket covers the ride
- Cologne's accommodation tax is charged on top of the room rate at many hotels, so check what your rate includes
Anuga FoodTec travel FAQs
When is Anuga FoodTec 2027?
Anuga FoodTec takes place 23 Feb to 26 Feb 2027 at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany.
Where is Anuga FoodTec held?
Anuga FoodTec is held at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany. The nearest airport is CGN.
When and where is Anuga FoodTec 2027?
Anuga FoodTec 2027 runs from Tuesday 23 to Friday 26 February 2027 at Koelnmesse, the Cologne Exhibition Centre in Deutz. Visitor hours are 09:00 to 18:00, closing at 16:00 on the final day.
Where should I stay for Anuga FoodTec?
Deutz is right beside Koelnmesse and is the most convenient base. The Altstadt and the area around Köln Hauptbahnhof are one train stop or a short walk across the Rhine, while the Belgisches Viertel and Ehrenfeld suit teams who want restaurants and bars in the evening.
Is Anuga FoodTec the same event as Anuga?
No. Anuga FoodTec covers food and beverage processing and packaging technology, while Anuga is a separate food and beverage fair held at Koelnmesse in different months. Check which event you are attending before you book your dates.
Does my Anuga FoodTec ticket include public transport?
Yes. The organiser includes a free 2nd class travel ticket for buses and trains in the VRS network, sent by separate email. It is personal, needs photo ID and does not cover IC, EC or ICE trains.
Which airport should I use for Anuga FoodTec?
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is closest, with trains to Köln Messe/Deutz in about 15 minutes. Düsseldorf (DUS) and Frankfurt (FRA) airports offer more long haul flights and fast rail links to Cologne.
Can you help with Anuga FoodTec exhibitor accommodation for a team?
Yes. Send us your group size and dates through the enquiry form and we will reply with a team quote within 24 hours. Exhibitors often need extra nights for build-up, so you can change the check-in and check-out dates in the hotel search.
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