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Automotive Testing Expo Europe 2027 runs 2 to 3 June at Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart.
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Where to stay for Automotive Testing Expo Europe 2027: the closest hotels to Messe Stuttgart are in Messe/Flughafen and Möhringen, with Stuttgart-Mitte 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.
Automotive Testing Expo Europe, which its organiser UKi Media & Events calls the world's leading event for automotive testing, development and validation technology, runs at Messe Stuttgart on Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 June 2027. It is part of Vehicle Tech Week Europe, so one free expo pass also opens Intelligent Vehicle Expo, Automotive Design & In-Cabin Expo and the new Advanced Chassis & Powertrain Showcase in the same venue. Expect NVH measurement, test rigs, simulation, crash testing, dynamometers, emissions, ADAS and durability testing, with more than 300 solution providers according to the organiser. It is a trade event for industry professionals only, from OEMs and Tier 1 and 2 suppliers to proving grounds, research and regulators. For Automotive Testing Expo hotels, Messe Stuttgart sits right next to Stuttgart Airport, so the airport and fair cluster keeps you closest, while Stuttgart-Mitte and the Hauptbahnhof area are 27 minutes away on the S-Bahn. This page shows live rates for your dates; your expo pass is registered separately with the organiser.
Popular areas for attendees: Messe/Flughafen · Möhringen · Stuttgart-Mitte · Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof area.
- Stuttgart hotels for Automotive Testing Expo sorted by distance to Messe Stuttgart, from the airport and fair cluster to Möhringen, Stuttgart-Mitte and the Hauptbahnhof area
- Live rates for 2 to 3 June 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for booth build on 31 May and 1 June
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your meeting plan for the two show days is still taking shape
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Event at a glance
- Dates
- 2 June to 3 June 2027
- Venue
- Messe Stuttgart
- City
- Stuttgart, Germany
- Airport
- STR
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Where should you eat during Automotive Testing Expo Europe?
Messe Stuttgart sits beside the airport on the Filder plateau south of the city, with the centre 25-30 minutes by S-Bahn (S2/S3). Swabian wine taverns (Besenwirtschaften and Weinstuben) are the local signature - book ahead for the smaller ones.
Photo: Speisemeisterei / Google Maps
Photo: Speisemeisterei / Google Maps
Photo: Kazebu Honda / Google MapsSpeisemeisterei
Contemporary fine dining
Hohenheim Palace, southern Stuttgart (near Messe/airport side)
An elegant destination restaurant in a baroque palace wing on the city's south side, convenient to the fairgrounds. The standout for a memorable client dinner.
Tip: Reserve ahead and allow time for the full menu.
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Photo: Der Zauberlehrling / Google Maps
Photo: Ina A. / Google MapsDer Zauberlehrling
Modern European
City centre, Rosenstrasse (Bohnenviertel)
A stylish, design-led restaurant with a changing modern menu in the old town. A polished city-centre option for entertaining.
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Photo: Weinhaus Stetter -Weinhandel & Weinstube / Google Maps
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Photo: Weinhaus Stetter -Weinhandel & Weinstube / Google MapsWeinhaus Stetter
Swabian wine tavern
Bohnenviertel, city centre
A traditional family wine house serving Swabian classics like Maultaschen and Linsen mit Spatzle alongside regional wines. Authentic and unpretentious.
Tip: It doubles as a wine shop - buy a local Trollinger to take home.
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Photo: Adrian / Google MapsCarls Brauhaus
Brewpub / German
Schlossplatz, city centre
A big, central brewhouse on the main square with hearty Swabian and German plates and its own beer. Easy for a relaxed group meal.
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Photo: Alexander Baumann / Google MapsMarkthalle Stuttgart
Market food hall
City centre, Dorotheenstrasse
A beautiful Art Nouveau covered market with stalls for a quick lunch - Maultaschen, cheese, olives and international bites. The spot for a fast, varied midday break.
Tip: Closed Sundays; go before mid-afternoon while stalls are fully stocked.
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Photo: Mókuska Kaffeerösterei / Google MapsMokuska Caffe
Specialty coffee
City centre, Charlottenplatz
A well-regarded local roaster serving carefully made espresso and filter coffee. The reliable choice for a serious coffee near the centre.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after Automotive Testing Expo Europe: bookable experiences in Stuttgart, same account, same checkout.
While you're in Stuttgart
VfB Stuttgart football plus two big Cannstatt fairgrounds festivals give Stuttgart a strong spring and autumn calendar.
VfB Stuttgart
Bundesliga football at the MHPArena in the Neckarpark, a short S-Bahn ride from the city and Messe.
Find ticketsCannstatter Volksfest
One of the world's largest beer and funfair festivals - a Wasen counterpart to Munich's Oktoberfest - on the Cannstatter Wasen.
Find ticketsStuttgarter Fruhlingsfest
The spring version of the Wasen festival, with beer tents, rides and regional food.
Find ticketsConcerts at MHPArena / Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle
The Neckarpark arenas host major touring concerts and shows throughout the year.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to Automotive Testing Expo Europe?
From Stuttgart Airport (STR)
- Messe Stuttgart is right next door to the airport; Messe Stuttgart says you are just 355 steps from your destination after landing
- The venue says Stuttgart Airport connects directly to 123 short and long haul destinations in 30 countries
- Taxi ranks and shuttle bus access are right in front of the fair entrances and the ICS congress centre
- For this show the organiser asks visitors to use the West Entrance, as the East Entrance will be closed
By rail and road
- Stuttgart is on the ICE high speed network; Messe Stuttgart says Paris and Zurich are about three hours away by train
- From Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, S-Bahn lines S2 and S3 run direct to Airport and Fair in 27 minutes, and the stop is about 200 metres, or an 8 minute walk, from the fair entrance
- By car, the organiser points visitors to car park P26 at the West Entrance, the closest to the halls for this show
- Messe Stuttgart has 6,700 parking spaces at the fairground plus the adjoining airport car parks; parking charges apply
How do you get around during Automotive Testing Expo Europe?
Getting to the halls each day
- Main access on show days is the West Entrance; the East Entrance will be closed
- By public transport the organiser recommends Stadtbahn line U6 to Echterdingen Messe West, from the airport or the city centre
- Opening hours are 09:00 to 18:00 on Wednesday 2 June and 09:00 to 17:00 on Thursday 3 June 2027
- The Baden-Württemberg-Ticket covers a day of unlimited regional trains, S-Bahn, trams and buses across the state for up to five people travelling together
Airport and fair, Möhringen or the city centre?
- Hotels in the Messe and airport cluster put the halls within walking distance, which suits a two day show
- Möhringen lies between the city centre and the fair, on the south side of Stuttgart
- Stuttgart-Mitte and the Hauptbahnhof area have the widest choice of hotels and restaurants, 27 minutes from the fair on the S2 or S3
- The organiser suggests the Stuttgart City Card for discounts on public transport and attractions if you stay on for a day
Do you need a visa for Automotive Testing Expo Europe?
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
- The organiser issues visa invitation letters once you have completed the visitor registration form and starts processing them 16 weeks before the event; exhibitors and speakers contact its visa department
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area
- Your expo pass confirmation, or your Commercial Visitor Pass if you attend as a supplier or service provider
- Your visa invitation letter if you used one, plus your hotel booking, return travel details and travel medical insurance
Entry and visa rules change; check current requirements with the German embassy or consulate, or official EU sources, before you book.
First time at Automotive Testing Expo Europe?
- The expo is for industry professionals only, and nobody under 16 is admitted
- The expo pass is free for qualified trade buyers and covers both days; suppliers and service providers need a Commercial Visitor Pass, which costs €149 plus VAT before the show and €199 on site
- Registration opens later: for now you register your interest on the organiser's site and are invited to complete registration once it opens
- Your expo pass also gives entry to Intelligent Vehicle Expo, Automotive Design & In-Cabin Expo and Advanced Chassis & Powertrain Showcase; the co-located conference is paid for separately
- The organiser says seeing everything in one day may be a stretch, so plan appointments in the official event app
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- The Automotive Testing Technology International Awards take place on site, and the organiser plans an official drinks reception, with details added closer to the date
- Exhibitors: build days are Monday 31 May and Tuesday 1 June 2027 and breakdown runs until 17:00 on Friday 4 June, so stand teams need more nights than the two show days
- The organiser's official housing bureau is FHTglobal; Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with Automotive Testing Expo Europe, UKi Media & Events or Messe Stuttgart, and you book a named hotel directly with us at the rate shown
Automotive Testing Expo Europe travel FAQs
When is Automotive Testing Expo Europe 2027?
Automotive Testing Expo Europe takes place 2 June to 3 June 2027 at Messe Stuttgart in Stuttgart, Germany.
Where is Automotive Testing Expo Europe held?
Automotive Testing Expo Europe is held at Messe Stuttgart in Stuttgart, Germany. The nearest airport is STR.
When and where is Automotive Testing Expo Europe 2027?
Automotive Testing Expo Europe 2027 runs on Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 June 2027 at Messe Stuttgart, next to Stuttgart Airport. It is open 09:00 to 18:00 on Wednesday and 09:00 to 17:00 on Thursday.
Is Automotive Testing Expo Europe free to attend?
The expo pass is free for qualified trade buyers and covers both days. Suppliers and service providers pay for a Commercial Visitor Pass, €149 plus VAT before the show or €199 on site, and the co-located conference is a paid event.
Which entrance should I use?
Use the West Entrance. The organiser says the East Entrance will be closed on show days, and recommends car park P26 or Stadtbahn line U6 to Echterdingen Messe West.
Where should I stay for Automotive Testing Expo?
Hotels around Stuttgart Airport and the fair are closest. Stuttgart-Mitte and the Hauptbahnhof area have more choice and are 27 minutes away on S-Bahn lines S2 and S3. Check each hotel's position on the map before you book.
Can children attend Automotive Testing Expo Europe?
No. It is a trade event for industry professionals only, and children under 16 are not permitted.
Does booking a hotel include an expo pass?
No. Hotel bookings and admission are separate, and you register for your pass with the organiser. Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with Automotive Testing Expo Europe or Messe Stuttgart.
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Your entry badge is separate from your hotel. Get it from the official Automotive Testing Expo Europe portal before you travel. We handle the travel; the event handles the badge.
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Which hotels are closest to Messe Stuttgart?
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 1 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Messe Stuttgart
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residenzhotel Stuttgart Airport, Sure Hotel by BW★★★ | 5.7 km | ~19 min ride | €69 |
| Hotel Mautner★★★ | 6.9 km | ~23 min ride | €97 |
More hotels close to Messe Stuttgart
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyndham Stuttgart Airport Messe★★★★ | 0.2 km | ~3 min walk | €135 |
| Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Messe & Congress★★★★ | 0.3 km | ~4 min walk | €218 |
| Parkhotel Stuttgart Messe - Airport★★★★ | 1.9 km | ~8 min ride | €168 |
| NH Stuttgart Airport★★★★ | 4.0 km | ~14 min ride | €107 |
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