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Aqua-Fisch 2027 runs 5 to 7 March at Messe Friedrichshafen, Friedrichshafen. 17,700 visitors and 138 exhibitors (2026)
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Where to stay for Aqua-Fisch 2027: the closest hotels to Messe Friedrichshafen are in Friedrichshafen centre and lakefront and Konstanz (by catamaran), with Lindau 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.
Aqua-Fisch, the international fair for angling, fly fishing and aquaristics, returns to Messe Friedrichshafen on the German shore of Lake Constance (Bodensee) from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 March 2027. A meeting point for anglers and aquarists since 1984, now held every year and billed by its organiser as the largest fishing fair in southern Germany, it marks the start of the season for anglers, fly fishers and fish keepers, with rods, tackle, baits, fishing trips, aquariums, plants, ponds and terrarium supplies to buy and try. The 2026 edition, the 32nd, drew 17,700 visitors (16,400 in 2025) to 138 exhibitors. Experts give talks in the angling and aquaristics forums, there are casting and test tanks and hands-on workshops, and for 2027 the aquascaping contest The Art of the PLANTED AQUARIUM comes to the fair for the first time, with some tanks built live in front of visitors. Aqua-Fisch is open to private and trade visitors alike, so it suits a family day out as well as a weekend on a stand. Friedrichshafen is a small lakeside town, so many visitors stay around the lake. This page shows live hotel rates in Friedrichshafen and around Lake Constance; tickets are bought separately from the organiser.
Popular areas for attendees: Friedrichshafen centre and lakefront · Konstanz (by catamaran) · Lindau · Romanshorn, Switzerland (by ferry).
- Aqua-Fisch hotels sorted by distance to Messe Friedrichshafen, from the town centre and lakefront to Konstanz, Lindau and the Swiss shore
- Live rates for 5 to 7 March 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for a weekend visit or all three days on a stand
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while you decide which day to visit or which workshops to join
- An itemised invoice emailed at booking, plus a quote within 24 hours for exhibitor teams, angling clubs and groups through our enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 5 Mar to 7 Mar 2027
- Venue
- Messe Friedrichshafen
- City
- Friedrichshafen, Germany
- Airport
- FDH
- Attendance
- 17,700 visitors and 138 exhibitors (2026)
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Hotels near Messe Friedrichshafen for Aqua-Fisch 2027
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Where should you eat during Aqua-Fisch?
Messe Friedrichshafen is about a 10-minute taxi (or the Fakuma shuttle bus) from the town centre and the Lake Constance promenade, where nearly all the good dining sits; once you're downtown everything is walkable along the lakeshore. Book lakeside terraces early in Fakuma week, they fill with exhibitors.
Photo: Bella Vista Friedrichshafen / Google Maps
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Photo: Lieschen T. / Google MapsRestaurant Gambero Rosso
Italian
Town centre; ~10 min taxi from the Messe
Polished Italian cooking with fresh pasta, seafood and grilled Argentine beef, the town's most dependable choice for a proper client dinner.
Tip: Ask about their private/corporate arrangements if you're hosting a group; the terrace is the seat to request in summer.
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Photo: Hotel Traube am See GmbH / Google Maps
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Photo: Martina Röthe / Google MapsHotel Traube am See
Regional Baden fine dining
Lakeside by the yacht harbour; ~12 min taxi from the Messe
An upscale lakeside hotel restaurant with a winter-garden view over the marina, calm and comfortable for a quieter, more formal business meal.
Tip: Request a window or terrace table facing the harbour when you reserve.
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Photo: s'Wirtshaus am See Friedrichshafen / Google Maps
Photo: s'Wirtshaus am See Friedrichshafen / Google Maps
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Swabian / regional German
Uferpromenade, lakefront; ~10 min taxi from the Messe
Classic Swabian plates, Kasspatzle and schnitzel, on a lovely lakeside beer garden, the easy pick for an authentic, relaxed team dinner with a view.
Tip: The waterfront terrace is first-come in fine weather; go early evening to secure it.
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Photo: Tecknolt 5KK / Google MapsKommodore
Maritime / grilled fish & pizza
Harbour/promenade; ~10 min taxi from the Messe
Maritime-themed spot with lake-and-Alps views doing grilled fish, seafood and wood-fired pizza, a flexible casual option that suits any group.
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Photo: Dimitrios Joannou / Google MapsLammgarten
German / beer garden
Lakeside, west of the centre; ~10 min taxi from the Messe
A seasonal lakeside beer garden with marina views for an unfussy, sunny lunch or early dinner between fair days.
Tip: Largely a warm-weather/seasonal venue, check it's open if you're there off-season.
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Photo: Felix Deiting / Google MapsCafe und mehr
Cafe / breakfast
Town centre; ~10 min taxi from the Messe
A friendly, English-speaking town-centre cafe favoured by Fakuma visitors for a quick, good-value breakfast or coffee stop.
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By air
- Bodensee Airport Friedrichshafen (FDH) is in the immediate vicinity of the fairgrounds, the organiser says
- Memmingen, Munich and Stuttgart airports are also easy options for reaching Messe Friedrichshafen, according to the organiser
- Zurich Airport is the nearest international hub, with direct rail and ferry connections to Friedrichshafen
- The organiser can put you in touch with a taxi firm or car hire company, and lists local taxis on its travel page
By rail, coach, road and lake
- Within Germany, InterRegioExpress (IRE) and RegionalExpress (RE) trains run to Friedrichshafen, with an hourly ICE or IC connection via Ulm; Flixbus coaches from Munich, Freiburg and Zurich stop at the Stadtbahnhof
- From Switzerland, take the SBB line towards Lindau, or the train to Romanshorn and the hourly ferry, or the intercity from Zurich and Winterthur to Konstanz and the catamaran
- From western Austria, ÖBB trains run via Bregenz and the German interchange station of Lindau; from the rest of Austria the organiser suggests long distance routes via Munich and Ulm
- Driving? The address for navigation is Neue Messe 1, 88046 Friedrichshafen, reached via the A81, A98 and B31 from the west or the A96 and B31 from the east; the organiser suggests the signed fair diversion routes if there is traffic
How do you get around during Aqua-Fisch?
Getting to the halls
- The free MesseExpress bus (line MX) runs from Friedrichshafen Stadtbahnhof and Hafenbahnhof (the ferry dock) to the fairgrounds and back, the organiser says, and the city bus operator listed Aqua-Fisch among its MX fairs in 2026
- City bus line 5 also runs from town to the fair, but a fare applies
- In 2026 the fair used Halls A7 and B5 and the East foyer; check the hall plan on the organiser's site for 2027
- Free Wi-Fi covers the grounds (network HotSpot-Messe, no password), and there is a Volksbank cash machine in the East foyer
Friedrichshafen or around the lake?
- Friedrichshafen's centre and lakefront are the closest base, with both the Stadtbahnhof and the Hafenbahnhof on the free MX route
- Konstanz is across the lake: the catamaran links it with Friedrichshafen every hour
- Lindau is the German rail interchange for trains from Austria, a practical base if you arrive via Bregenz
- Romanshorn on the Swiss shore has an hourly car ferry to Friedrichshafen, handy for visitors from Switzerland
Do you need a visa for Aqua-Fisch?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- Germany is in the Schengen Area; EU, EEA and Swiss citizens travel with a passport or national ID card
- The German Federal Foreign Office lists citizens of the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan and many other countries as needing no visa for stays of up to 90 days in any 180 day period
- Non EU travellers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System, fully operational since 10 April 2026, with fingerprints and a facial image taken at the border, so allow extra time at passport control
- ETIAS, the EU's planned travel authorisation for visa-exempt visitors, was not yet in operation when we checked; the EU says it will announce the start date several months ahead, so check before you fly
eVisa / visa required
- Nationals of countries such as India, China, South Africa and Türkiye need a Schengen short stay (type C) visa, applied for through German missions or their appointed visa centres
- Under EU rules you can apply no earlier than six months and at least 15 days before travel; standard processing takes 15 days and can be extended to 45
- If you will also stay in Switzerland or Austria, or cross the lake from Romanshorn or Konstanz, check that your visa covers the Schengen Area for the whole trip; Switzerland says a Schengen visa is valid there unless stated otherwise on the visa
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area, and keep it with you on cross border ferries
- Your Aqua-Fisch ticket or exhibitor pass, as a print out or on your phone
- Hotel booking and return travel details, plus copies of your visa supporting documents and travel medical insurance if you need a visa
Entry and visa rules change; check current requirements with the German embassy or consulate, or official EU sources, before you book.
First time at Aqua-Fisch?
- Opening hours and ticket prices for 2027 were not yet on the organiser's site when we checked; tickets are sold online and at the desks on site
- Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded; online you can pay by Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal or German bank direct debit, and the desks also take cash, EC cards and Häfler vouchers
- Dogs on a lead are allowed at Aqua-Fisch
- There is no crèche at the fair, but baby changing rooms are at Hall A7 and on both sides of Hall B5
- Saturday was the busiest day in 2026, with exhibitors reporting full stands within minutes of opening, so come early or on Friday or Sunday for quieter aisles
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Driving a motorhome? The P Ost 2 motorhome and caravan area beside the grounds is open from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 March 2027 at €35 per pitch per day, with sanitary facilities, power and water, booked on site only
- Aquascaping fans: The Art of the PLANTED AQUARIUM runs four categories in 2027, and the Nano and XL tanks are built live at the fair, so plan time to watch
- The organiser points to a Lake Constance accommodation search on its site; Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with Aqua-Fisch or Messe Friedrichshafen, and you book a named hotel directly with us at the rate shown
Aqua-Fisch travel FAQs
When is Aqua-Fisch 2027?
Aqua-Fisch takes place 5 Mar to 7 Mar 2027 at Messe Friedrichshafen in Friedrichshafen, Germany.
Where is Aqua-Fisch held?
Aqua-Fisch is held at Messe Friedrichshafen in Friedrichshafen, Germany. The nearest airport is FDH.
When and where is Aqua-Fisch 2027?
Aqua-Fisch 2027 runs from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 March 2027 at Messe Friedrichshafen, Neue Messe 1, 88046 Friedrichshafen, Germany, on the northern shore of Lake Constance. Opening hours for 2027 were not yet published when we checked.
Is Aqua-Fisch open to the public?
Yes. The organiser says Aqua-Fisch is open to both trade visitors and private visitors. Tickets are sold online and at the desks on site.
What is there to see at Aqua-Fisch?
Angling, fly fishing, aquaristics and terraristics: tackle, baits and fishing trips, aquariums, plants and pond care, plus talks in the angling and aquaristics forums, casting and test tanks, workshops and, new for 2027, the aquascaping contest The Art of the PLANTED AQUARIUM.
Where should I stay for Aqua-Fisch?
Friedrichshafen's centre and lakefront are closest, with free MX shuttle buses from the Stadtbahnhof and the Hafenbahnhof. If the town is busy, look around the lake: Konstanz is an hourly catamaran ride away, Lindau is on the rail line from Austria, and Romanshorn in Switzerland has an hourly car ferry.
Can I bring my dog to Aqua-Fisch?
Yes. The organiser says dogs on a lead are allowed at the fair.
Does booking a hotel include an Aqua-Fisch ticket?
No. Hotel bookings and admission are separate, and Aqua-Fisch tickets are sold by the organiser. Send us your room numbers and dates through the enquiry form if you need rooms for a club or group.
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China Import and Export Fair hotelsWhich hotels are closest to Messe Friedrichshafen?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 2 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Messe Friedrichshafen
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel ibis Friedrichshafen Airport Messe★★★ | 0.5 km | ~8 min walk | €86 |
| Holiday Inn Express Friedrichshafen by IHG★★★ | 1.0 km | ~5 min ride | €124 |
More hotels close to Messe Friedrichshafen
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel City Krone★★★★ | 3.4 km | ~12 min ride | €137 |
| PLAZA Hotel Föhr am Bodensee★★★★ | 4.6 km | ~16 min ride | €63 |
| Ringhotel Krone Schnetzenhausen★★★★ | 5.3 km | ~18 min ride | €243 |
| Traube am See★★★★ | 7.6 km | ~25 min ride | €238 |
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