Photo: Joaçhim Werner (Kodiak87848) / Google MapsHotels for EMPACK Dortmund 2027
EMPACK Dortmund 2027 runs 24 to 25 February at Messe Dortmund (Westfalenhallen), Dortmund. 9,036 trade visitors across EMPACK and its three co-located fairs at Messe Dortmund (2026, organiser figure)
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Where to stay
Where to stay for EMPACK Dortmund 2027: the closest hotels to Messe Dortmund (Westfalenhallen) are in Westfalenhallen and Kreuzviertel and Dortmund city centre, with Hauptbahnhof area 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.
Popular areas for attendees: Westfalenhallen and Kreuzviertel · Dortmund city centre · Hauptbahnhof area · Airport and Holzwickede.
About EMPACK Dortmund
EMPACK Dortmund, the regional trade fair for the packaging industry run by Easyfairs, returns to Messe Dortmund on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 February 2027.
Exhibitors cover the whole packaging chain, from primary and secondary packaging, industrial, transport and protective packaging to filling and packaging machines, labelling and identification, and the visitors come from buying, production, packaging development, quality and logistics in food and drink, pharma, e-commerce, chemicals and consumer goods.
It runs alongside LOGISTICS & AUTOMATION, maintenance and PUMPS & VALVES, and one ticket covers all four. In February 2026 the four fairs together drew 9,036 trade visitors, a record for the site, and the organiser plans a larger EMPACK for 2027 with more industrial and transport packaging.
The fairground is a 10 minute U-Bahn ride south of Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, so EMPACK Dortmund hotels in the Kreuzviertel by the Westfalenhallen and in the city centre both work well. This page shows live Dortmund hotel rates for your dates; your fair ticket is registered separately with the organiser.
Why book with Event Escapes
- Dortmund hotels for EMPACK sorted by distance to the Westfalenhallen, from the Kreuzviertel to the city centre and Hauptbahnhof
- Live rates for 24 and 25 February 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for stand build or a night either side
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your meetings and team plans for the two days firm up
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus an exhibitor or team quote within 24 hours through our enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 24 Feb to 25 Feb 2027
- Length
- 2 days, Wed to Thu
- Venue
- Messe Dortmund (Westfalenhallen)
- City
- Dortmund, Germany
- Airport
- DTM
- Attendance
- 9,036 trade visitors across EMPACK and its three co-located fairs at Messe Dortmund (2026, organiser figure)
- Sector
- Packaging
Event Escapes is independent of the organiser. We book your hotel; badges, tickets and stands are handled by the organiser.
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Hotels near Messe Dortmund (Westfalenhallen) for EMPACK Dortmund 2027
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Rates shown for a 3 night stay, Tue, Feb 23 → Fri, Feb 26, arriving the day before the fair opens, or choose your own dates above.
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How do you get to EMPACK Dortmund?
From Dortmund Airport (DTM)
- The organiser lists direct domestic flights to Dortmund, including from Munich and Stuttgart, and international links via Paris, London and Zurich
- The AirportExpress bus runs non-stop between the terminal and Dortmund Hauptbahnhof in about 25 minutes, according to Dortmund Airport, and stops on the station forecourt
- The AirportExpress and the AirportShuttle are not part of the VRR local transport network, so you need a separate ticket for them
- The AirportShuttle links the terminal with Holzwickede station in about six minutes for onward regional trains
By rail or by car
- Dortmund Hauptbahnhof is the rail hub; from there the U45 reaches the Westfalenhallen stop in about 10 minutes, the organiser and Messe Dortmund both say
- The organiser says a Deutsche Bahn event ticket at a fixed nationwide price will be offered for the fair, with availability released in good time
- For drivers, the address is Messe Dortmund, Rheinlanddamm 200, 44139 Dortmund, with access from the B1 (A40) to the A1, A45, A2 and A42
- Messe Dortmund lists around 8,800 parking spaces for cars and coaches nearby and charges €12 a car on its A1 to A8 car parks from 1 January 2027; it does not sell parking online in advance for fairs
How do you get around during EMPACK Dortmund?
Getting to the Westfalenhallen each day
- The U45 runs from Dortmund Hauptbahnhof and the U46 from the city centre to the Westfalenhallen stop, a few minutes' walk from the North entrance
- EMPACK uses the North and West entrances of Messe Dortmund, and the organiser's sister fair maintenance places LOGISTICS & AUTOMATION and EMPACK in hall 5
- Opening hours are 09:00 to 17:00 on Wednesday 24 February and 09:00 to 16:00 on Thursday 25 February 2027
- The Insights Stage for talks is in hall 6, signposted from the North and West entrances
Where to stay in Dortmund
- The Kreuzviertel and the streets around the Westfalenhallen put you closest to the halls, which helps with early stand duty
- Dortmund city centre and the Hauptbahnhof area have the widest choice of hotels and restaurants, with direct U-Bahn lines to the fair
- Hotels near the airport or Holzwickede suit a late arrival or an early flight, with the AirportShuttle to Holzwickede station
- The organiser says hotels around the fairground book up quickly at fair time, so book early if you want to walk to the halls
Do you need a visa for EMPACK Dortmund?
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 EMPACK website had no visa or invitation letter information when we checked, so contact the organiser early if your application needs a letter
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area
- Your EMPACK Dortmund badge, sent by email after you register, on your phone or printed
- 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 EMPACK Dortmund?
- Register online before you travel: entry is free with a ticket code from an exhibitor or partner, otherwise a ticket for both days costs €30 including VAT; online registration was marked as coming soon when we checked
- Tickets can also be bought on site at the check-in counters, but every visitor has to register individually, as group registration is not possible for data protection reasons
- Your ticket covers both days and the co-located LOGISTICS & AUTOMATION, maintenance and PUMPS & VALVES, plus the talks on the Insights Stage and coffee and tea vouchers
- Talks on the Insights Stage are in German, last about 30 minutes each and need no separate booking; the 2027 programme was still to be published when we checked
- Thursday closes at 16:00, an hour earlier than Wednesday, so plan your last meetings and your train home around it
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Your smart badge lets you collect exhibitors' product information by tapping their reader; only exhibitors whose reader you touch receive your contact details
- If Hamburg suits you better, the same organiser runs EMPACK Hamburg with LOGISTICS & AUTOMATION at Hamburg Messe on 1 and 2 June 2027
- The organiser links its own hotel booking portal for the fair; Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with EMPACK, Easyfairs or Messe Dortmund, and you book a named hotel directly with us at the rate shown
EMPACK Dortmund travel FAQs
When is EMPACK Dortmund 2027?
EMPACK Dortmund takes place 24 Feb to 25 Feb 2027 at Messe Dortmund (Westfalenhallen) in Dortmund, Germany.
Where is EMPACK Dortmund held?
EMPACK Dortmund is held at Messe Dortmund (Westfalenhallen) in Dortmund, Germany. The nearest airport is DTM.
When and where is EMPACK Dortmund 2027?
EMPACK Dortmund 2027 runs on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 February 2027 at Messe Dortmund, Rheinlanddamm 200, 44139 Dortmund, using the North and West entrances. Hours are 09:00 to 17:00 on Wednesday and 09:00 to 16:00 on Thursday.
How much does an EMPACK Dortmund ticket cost?
Entry is free if you register online in advance with a ticket code from an exhibitor or partner. Without a code, a ticket for both days costs €30 including VAT, online or on site, according to the organiser.
Which fairs run alongside EMPACK Dortmund?
LOGISTICS & AUTOMATION, maintenance and PUMPS & VALVES run at the same time at Messe Dortmund, and one ticket covers all four fairs on both days.
Where should I stay for EMPACK Dortmund?
The Kreuzviertel and the area around the Westfalenhallen are closest to the halls. Dortmund city centre and the Hauptbahnhof area have more hotels and restaurants, with the U45 from the Hauptbahnhof reaching the Westfalenhallen stop in about 10 minutes.
How do I get from Dortmund Airport to the fair?
Take the AirportExpress bus to Dortmund Hauptbahnhof (about 25 minutes, separate ticket), then the U45 to the Westfalenhallen stop, about 10 minutes according to the organiser.
Does booking a hotel include an EMPACK ticket?
No. Hotel bookings and admission are separate; register for your ticket on the organiser's website. Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with EMPACK, Easyfairs or Messe Dortmund.
Is there a Hamburg edition of EMPACK?
Yes. EMPACK also runs in Hamburg, at Hamburg Messe, with its own dates and a separate page for hotels. The Dortmund and Hamburg shows are the organiser's two regional packaging fairs.
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Which hotels are closest to Messe Dortmund (Westfalenhallen)?
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 13 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Messe Dortmund (Westfalenhallen)
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basecamp Student Dortmund★★★ | 2.3 km | Approx. 9 min ride | €83 |
| Days Inn by Wyndham Dortmund West★★★ | 9.3 km | Approx. 30 min ride | €59 |
More hotels close to Messe Dortmund (Westfalenhallen)
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercure Hotel Dortmund Messe★★★★ | 0.2 km | Approx. 3 min walk | €180 |
| Dorint An den Westfalenhallen Dortmund★★★★ | 0.3 km | Approx. 4 min walk | €195 |
| Radisson Blu Hotel Dortmund★★★★ | 1.2 km | Approx. 5 min ride | €275 |
| Courtyard by Marriott Dortmund★★★★ | 2.0 km | Approx. 8 min ride | €173 |
Event Escapes is a privately owned, independent company that provides accommodation and travel for trade fair visitors. We are not associated with, endorsed by or acting for EMPACK Dortmund, its organisers or its promoters. Dates and venues can change. Verify with the official event site before booking travel.