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REHAB Karlsruhe 2027 runs 13 to 15 May at Messe Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe. 15,500 visitors from 37 countries and 400 exhibitors from 16 countries (2025)
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Where to stay
Where to stay for REHAB Karlsruhe 2027: the closest hotels to Messe Karlsruhe are in Karlsruhe city centre and Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof area, with Rheinstetten (near the Messe) 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: Karlsruhe city centre · Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof area · Rheinstetten (near the Messe) · Ettlingen.
About REHAB Karlsruhe
REHAB Karlsruhe, the European trade fair for rehabilitation, therapy, care and inclusion, returns to Messe Karlsruhe for its 24th edition from Thursday 13 to Saturday 15 May 2027.
It runs every two years and is open to the public as well as the trade: people with disabilities and their families come to try wheelchairs, handbikes, mobility aids, adapted vehicles and children's aids, while therapists, dealers, orthopaedic technicians, care staff and clinicians come for the products and the CON.THERA therapist congress.
In 2025, 400 exhibitors from 16 countries filled three halls and 15,500 visitors from 37 countries came, more than 60 percent of them for work. The fairground in Rheinstetten is fully step free, and free shuttles, including accessible ones, run from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. Most REHAB Karlsruhe hotels are in Karlsruhe itself, around the station and the city centre, with a few in Rheinstetten and Ettlingen.
This page shows live hotel rates for your dates; your fair ticket is bought separately from the organiser.
Why book with Event Escapes
- Karlsruhe hotels for REHAB sorted by distance to Messe Karlsruhe, from the Hauptbahnhof and city centre to Rheinstetten and Ettlingen
- Live rates for 13 to 15 May 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for one day at the fair or all three
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while you plan travel, care support or an accessible room
- An itemised invoice emailed at booking, plus a group or exhibitor quote within 24 hours through our enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 13 May to 15 May 2027
- Length
- 3 days, Thu to Sat
- Venue
- Messe Karlsruhe
- City
- Karlsruhe, Germany
- Airport
- FKB
- Attendance
- 15,500 visitors from 37 countries and 400 exhibitors from 16 countries (2025)
- Sector
- Healthcare
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Hotels near Messe Karlsruhe for REHAB Karlsruhe 2027
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Rates shown for a 3 night stay, Wed, May 12 → Sat, May 15, arriving the day before the fair opens, or choose your own dates above.
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How do you get to REHAB Karlsruhe?
By air
- The organiser names four airports: Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden, about 30 minutes away by car, and the international airports of Frankfurt, Stuttgart and Strasbourg, at 50 to 60 minutes by car
- From the larger airports, the organiser points to fast rail connections on to Karlsruhe
- Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (Baden-Airpark) is the closest airport and suits flights from within Europe
- Plan the last leg to your hotel rather than to the Messe, as most hotels are in Karlsruhe itself
By rail and road
- Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof is the rail hub; the organiser offers Deutsche Bahn event tickets for long distance trains (ICE, IC/EC) with up to 10 percent off regular saver and flex fares, which do not include fair admission
- Deutsche Bahn's mobility service centre can arrange help changing from your train to the fair shuttles; the organiser lists 030 652 12 888
- By car, leave the A5 at junction 48 Karlsruhe-Süd and follow the Messe signs; from the A65, which becomes the B10, take exit 8
- Parking costs €7 a day online or €8 at the box office; car park P1 is reserved for visitors with walking disabilities or wheelchairs, with a 2.10 m height limit, and higher vehicles use P3 opposite the East entrance
How do you get around during REHAB Karlsruhe?
Getting to Messe Karlsruhe each day
- A free fair shuttle runs between Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and the main entrance; leave the station by the main exit towards the zoo, cross the tram tracks, and the Messe-Express, Rollicar and rolliprofi shuttles wait on the right of the forecourt
- The organiser says exact shuttle times will be on the KVV website from March 2027
- By tram, take the S2 towards Rheinstetten from the city centre or Durlacher Tor to Messe/Leichtsandstraße; from the Hauptbahnhof, change to the S2 at Europaplatz; on fair days, fare zone 100 tickets are valid to that stop
- Opening hours are 10:00 to 18:00 on Thursday and Friday and 10:00 to 17:00 on Saturday; Messe Karlsruhe is step free, with all halls and entrances at ground level
City centre, station, Rheinstetten or Ettlingen?
- The Hauptbahnhof area puts the free shuttles and long distance trains on your doorstep, handy for a late arrival or an early departure
- The city centre has the widest choice of restaurants and puts you on the direct S2 line to the Messe
- Hotels in Rheinstetten keep the trip short but are fewer in number
- Ettlingen, south of Karlsruhe, has bus line 106 to the Messe Nord and Messe/Leichtsandstraße stops with no change, the organiser says
Do you need a visa for REHAB Karlsruhe?
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 REHAB website had no visa or invitation letter information when we checked, so exhibitors who need a letter should ask the organiser early
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area
- Your REHAB ticket, printed or on your phone, and any ID that entitles you to a reduced ticket or free entry for a companion
- 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 REHAB Karlsruhe?
- Buy online to save: a day ticket costs €12 online or €17 at the box office, a reduced ticket €6 or €9, and a ticket for all three days €30 or €34; children up to 11 go free; the shop had no tickets on sale yet when we checked
- Companions of people whose disability card carries the marks B, G or H get in free; bring the card and collect the companion ticket at the entrance
- Reduced tickets are for people with a disability card, school pupils, students, trainees, people in civilian service and pensioners, on showing proof at the entrance
- You can reserve a wheelchair free of charge for your visit, and caravans and motorhomes can book a pitch at the fairground up to 14 days before the fair
- On the test course you can try the latest wheelchairs, handbikes and other vehicles, so wear comfortable clothes
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Therapists can add the CON.THERA congress: each half day module costs €77 until 14 March 2027 and €86 after, all six modules €308 or €342, and a congress ticket includes REHAB entry on the same day
- In 2025 the fair was split by theme across Hall 2 (brain and neuro rehab, homecare and care, mobility, therapy), Hall 3 (building and living, children's rehab, self help) and the dm-arena (active rehab, cars and transport, education and work, leisure and travel); check the 2027 plan before you go
- Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with REHAB or Messe Karlsruhe; you book a named hotel directly with us at the rate shown
REHAB Karlsruhe travel FAQs
When is REHAB Karlsruhe 2027?
REHAB Karlsruhe takes place 13 May to 15 May 2027 at Messe Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany.
Where is REHAB Karlsruhe held?
REHAB Karlsruhe is held at Messe Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany. The nearest airport is FKB.
When and where is REHAB Karlsruhe 2027?
REHAB Karlsruhe 2027 runs from Thursday 13 to Saturday 15 May 2027 at Messe Karlsruhe, Messeallee 1, 76287 Rheinstetten. Hours are 10:00 to 18:00 on Thursday and Friday and 10:00 to 17:00 on Saturday.
Is REHAB held every year?
No. REHAB runs every two years. The 23rd edition was in May 2025, and the 24th is in May 2027.
Can the public visit REHAB?
Yes. REHAB is for private visitors, such as people with disabilities and their families, as well as professionals from therapy, medicine, care and rehab technology. Day tickets cost €12 online, and children up to 11 go free.
Is Messe Karlsruhe accessible?
Yes. The organiser says the fairground is step free, with all halls and entrances at ground level. Accessible shuttles run free from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, car park P1 is reserved for visitors with walking disabilities or wheelchairs, and you can reserve a wheelchair free of charge.
Where should I stay for REHAB Karlsruhe?
Most hotels are in Karlsruhe itself. The Hauptbahnhof area is handy for the free fair shuttles, and the city centre is on the S2 tram line to the Messe. Rheinstetten is closest but has fewer hotels, and Ettlingen has a direct bus.
Does booking a hotel include a REHAB ticket?
No. Hotel bookings and admission are separate; buy your ticket from the organiser. Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with REHAB or Messe Karlsruhe.
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BIO International Convention hotelsWhich hotels are closest to Messe Karlsruhe?
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 Karlsruhe
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beim Schupi★★★ | 3.5 km | Approx. 13 min ride | €162 |
| ibis Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof★★★ | 5.6 km | Approx. 19 min ride | €107 |
| Premier Inn Karlsruhe City Am Wasserturm★★★ | 5.7 km | Approx. 19 min ride | €75 |
More hotels close to Messe Karlsruhe
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Santo Karlsruhe★★★★ | 5.2 km | Approx. 18 min ride | €95 |
| Rio Hotel★★★★ | 5.2 km | Approx. 18 min ride | €156 |
| Hotel Erbprinz - Gourmet & Spa★★★★★ | 7.0 km | Approx. 23 min ride | €208 |
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 REHAB Karlsruhe, its organisers or its promoters. Dates and venues can change. Verify with the official event site before booking travel.