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IWA OutdoorClassics 2027 runs 4 to 7 March at Exhibition Centre Nuremberg (NürnbergMesse), Nuremberg. 25,553 visitors from 121 countries (2026)
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Where to stay for IWA OutdoorClassics 2027: the closest hotels to Exhibition Centre Nuremberg (NürnbergMesse) are in Nuremberg Old Town (Altstadt) and Langwasser (near the fairground), with Nuremberg Central Station 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.
IWA OutdoorClassics, which NürnbergMesse calls the world's leading exhibition for the hunting and target sports industry, runs at the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg (NürnbergMesse) from Thursday 4 to Sunday 7 March 2027. It covers hunting and sporting guns, ammunition, optics, knives, clothing, outdoor and bushcraft gear, airsoft and civilian security equipment, and it is strictly a trade fair: only verified trade visitors such as specialist retailers, gunsmiths, distributors, manufacturers and shooting range operators are admitted, never private individuals or anyone under 18, and nothing is sold at the stands. The organiser's 2026 show report counts 25,553 visitors from 121 countries, 65 percent of them from outside Germany, and 1,048 exhibitors. When you compare IWA OutdoorClassics hotels in Nuremberg, note that Enforce Tac runs at the same venue from 1 to 3 March 2027, the days just before. The fairground in Langwasser is eight minutes from Nuremberg Central Station on the U1, so the Old Town and the station area work as well as hotels near the Messe. This page shows live rates for your dates; your trade visitor ticket is applied for separately with the organiser.
Popular areas for attendees: Nuremberg Old Town (Altstadt) · Langwasser (near the fairground) · Nuremberg Central Station area · Fürth.
- Nuremberg hotels for IWA OutdoorClassics sorted by distance to the Exhibition Centre, from Langwasser to the Old Town, the Central Station area and Fürth
- Live rates for 4 to 7 March 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for stand build from 1 March or a shorter buying trip
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your trade visitor documents are still being reviewed
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a team or exhibitor group quote within 24 hours through our enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 4 Mar to 7 Mar 2027
- Venue
- Exhibition Centre Nuremberg (NürnbergMesse)
- City
- Nuremberg, Germany
- Airport
- NUE
- Attendance
- 25,553 visitors from 121 countries (2026)
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Where should you eat during IWA OutdoorClassics?
NuernbergMesse sits just south of the old town, a few U-Bahn stops (U1) from the medieval centre where most dining lives. Franconian portions are hearty and kitchens close relatively early, so plan client dinners for a prompt start.
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Photo: DarkWave Records / Google MapsEssigbratlein
Modern vegetable-forward tasting menu
Old town, near Weinmarkt (~4km north of NuernbergMesse)
Nuremberg's landmark fine-dining restaurant in a historic 16th-century house, celebrated for herb- and vegetable-driven cooking. The top choice for a special dinner.
Tip: Small room - reserve well ahead.
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Modern regional
Near the centre / Sterntor
An intimate contemporary restaurant with a precise, produce-led menu - a quieter, refined alternative for entertaining a client.
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Franconian
Old town, near Hauptmarkt
A large, atmospheric Franconian tavern serving grilled Nuremberg bratwurst and regional classics in a historic hall. Good for a group wanting local flavour.
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Nuremberg bratwurst
Old town, beside St. Sebald church
The definitive spot for finger-sized Nuremberg Rostbratwurst grilled over beechwood. A quick, iconic, low-cost lunch.
Tip: Order '6 im Weckla' (in a roll) for a cheap standing bite.
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Brewpub / German
Old town, in a historic cellar
A cavernous house brewery serving its own beer with hearty German fare. Casual and lively for an after-work team dinner.
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Photo: John D. Doe / Google MapsNeef Confiserie Cafe
Historic cafe / confiserie
Old town, Winklerstrasse
A long-established confectioner and cafe, ideal for coffee, cake and the city's famous Lebkuchen. A civilised mid-morning break.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after IWA OutdoorClassics: bookable experiences in Nuremberg, same account, same checkout.
While you're in Nuremberg
Second-division football, the world-famous Christmas market and Rock im Park headline Nuremberg's year.
1. FC Nurnberg
The historic 'Club' plays at the Max-Morlock-Stadion, a short hop from the NuernbergMesse grounds.
Find ticketsNuremberg Christkindlesmarkt
One of Germany's oldest and most famous Christmas markets, filling the Hauptmarkt with stalls, Gluehwein and Lebkuchen.
Find ticketsRock im Park
Huge rock and metal festival on the Zeppelinfeld, sister event to Rock am Ring.
Find ticketsBardentreffen
A large free open-air world- and folk-music festival across the old town's squares.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to IWA OutdoorClassics?
From Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
- Take the U2 from the Airport station towards Nürnberg Röthenbach and change at the Central Station to the U1 towards Langwasser Süd; the organiser puts the total at around 25 minutes to the Messe station
- A taxi from the airport to the Exhibition Centre takes about 25 minutes, according to the organiser
- There is no organiser shuttle from the airport or the Central Station, because public transport reaches the venue directly
- Car hire desks at the airport include Avis, Hertz, Europcar and Sixt
By rail and road
- From Nuremberg Central Station the U1 towards Langwasser Süd reaches the Exhibition Centre in eight minutes
- NürnbergMesse points to Deutsche Bahn event offers for train journeys within Germany, with fares from €16.19
- By car, the venue has fast links to the A3, A6, A9 and A73; enter Karl-Schönleben-Strasse, 90471 Nürnberg or the special destination Messe in your navigation system
- Parking on site costs €14 a day, a parking guidance system directs you to free spaces, and disabled parking is near the entrances
How do you get around during IWA OutdoorClassics?
Getting to the Exhibition Centre each day
- Your IWA OutdoorClassics ticket includes a VGN KombiTicket for 2nd class public transport in fare zones 100 and 200 (Nuremberg, Fürth, Stein, Oberasbach and Zirndorf), valid during the fair and only for the ticket holder
- The KombiTicket covers underground, tram, bus and regional trains, but not IC, EC or ICE trains or 1st class
- Visitor hours are 09:00 to 18:00 from Thursday to Saturday and 09:00 to 16:00 on Sunday
- Lockers in the Mitte and Ost entrance areas are free to use with a returnable coin deposit, and the coat check takes trolleys and suitcases for €3 each
Langwasser, the Old Town or Fürth?
- Hotels in Langwasser, near the fairground, keep the morning trip shortest
- The Old Town and the Central Station area have more hotels and restaurants, and the U1 runs straight from the Central Station to the Messe
- Fürth is inside the KombiTicket fare zones, so a hotel there still gives you free public transport on fair days
- If you travel with a caravan, the KNAUS Campingpark Nuremberg is within walking distance of the venue; caravans cannot park on the exhibition grounds
Do you need a visa for IWA OutdoorClassics?
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
- NürnbergMesse no longer issues invitation letters to visitors: a copy of your admission ticket is enough proof, so apply for it early if you also need a visa; visitors from Mainland China have their own invitation letter form, and visitors from Türkiye can use Feustel Fairs & Travel's visa support, which the organiser links to
Documents to carry
- Your IWA OutdoorClassics e-ticket together with an official photo ID or passport, which you need to enter the grounds
- A passport valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area
- 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 IWA OutdoorClassics?
- Only trade visitors are admitted, such as retailers, online shops, gunsmiths, wholesalers, buyers, manufacturers, shooting range operators, security companies, relevant authorities and industry associations; the fair is not open to the public on any day
- Proof of trade status is needed for every ticket, for example a business licence or business card for owners, or an employment contract, payslip or signed employer letter for employees; uploading it in the online ticket shop is recommended, and the review can take up to ten days
- Tickets are sold online only and voucher codes must be redeemed in advance; nothing can be bought or redeemed on site, and each visitor needs their own unique email address to register
- Nobody under 18 is admitted, with one exception: 16 to 18 year olds with a training contract in a relevant industry, accompanied by an adult; the organiser offers free childcare at the middle entrance for visitors who travel with children
- Knives of any kind, including pocket knives and multi tools, are banned at German exhibitions with no exception for trade visitors, and fines can reach €10,000; service weapons and demonstration samples are not allowed either
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Enforce Tac runs at the same Exhibition Centre from Monday 1 to Wednesday 3 March 2027, just before IWA, so expect busy hotels across the whole week; your IWA ticket does not include Enforce Tac
- Exhibitors: assembly starts on Monday 1 March 2027 for own stand builds and Tuesday 2 March for rental stands, and dismantling runs until Tuesday 9 March, so stand teams often need more nights than the four show days
- NürnbergMesse runs its own online hotel booking service with partner hotels; Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with IWA OutdoorClassics or NürnbergMesse, and you book a named hotel directly with us at the rate shown
IWA OutdoorClassics travel FAQs
When is IWA OutdoorClassics 2027?
IWA OutdoorClassics takes place 4 Mar to 7 Mar 2027 at Exhibition Centre Nuremberg (NürnbergMesse) in Nuremberg, Germany.
Where is IWA OutdoorClassics held?
IWA OutdoorClassics is held at Exhibition Centre Nuremberg (NürnbergMesse) in Nuremberg, Germany. The nearest airport is NUE.
When and where is IWA OutdoorClassics 2027?
IWA OutdoorClassics 2027 runs from Thursday 4 to Sunday 7 March 2027 at the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg, Messezentrum 1, 90471 Nürnberg. The halls open 09:00 to 18:00 from Thursday to Saturday and 09:00 to 16:00 on Sunday.
Is IWA OutdoorClassics open to the public?
No. IWA OutdoorClassics is a pure trade fair for verified trade visitors from the hunting, shooting sports, outdoor and civilian security trade. Private individuals are not admitted on any day, and visitors must be 18 or over, apart from accompanied trainees aged 16 to 18.
How do I get a ticket for IWA OutdoorClassics?
Register in the organiser's online ticket shop and upload proof that you work in the trade, such as a business licence, employment contract or signed employer letter. Every registration is reviewed individually, which can take up to ten days, and tickets cannot be bought on site.
Where should I stay for IWA OutdoorClassics?
Langwasser, near the fairground, is the closest area. The Old Town and the Central Station area have more choice, and the U1 reaches the Messe from the Central Station in eight minutes. Fürth is also inside the free public transport zone of the fair ticket.
Does the IWA OutdoorClassics ticket include public transport?
Yes. The ticket includes a VGN KombiTicket for 2nd class public transport in fare zones 100 and 200, covering Nuremberg and Fürth, during the fair. It is not valid on IC, EC or ICE trains.
Does booking a hotel include IWA OutdoorClassics admission?
No. Hotel bookings and admission are separate, and your ticket depends on the organiser's trade visitor check. Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with IWA OutdoorClassics or NürnbergMesse.
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Your entry badge is separate from your hotel. Get it from the official IWA OutdoorClassics portal before you travel. We handle the travel; the event handles the badge.
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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 Exhibition Centre Nuremberg (NürnbergMesse)
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arvena Messe Hotel an der NürnbergMesse★★★ | 1.2 km | ~6 min ride | €295 |
| Das Falk Apartmenthaus★★★ | 2.7 km | ~10 min ride | €216 |
| Hotel Nürnberg City Center by Leonardo Hotels★★★ | 3.8 km | ~13 min ride | €202 |
More hotels close to Exhibition Centre Nuremberg (NürnbergMesse)
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress Hotel Mercure Nürnberg an der Messe★★★★ | 1.2 km | ~6 min ride | €313 |
| Ramada by Wyndham Nuernberg Parkhotel★★★★ | 1.8 km | ~7 min ride | €379 |
| Le Méridien Grand Hotel Nürnberg★★★★★ | 3.7 km | ~13 min ride | €378 |
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