Travel and accommodation
No matter which direction you're coming from, Nuremberg is a central transportation hub with excellent connections to various transport routes. Located at the intersection of several highways, centrally situated within the German Rail network, and with an international airport, Nuremberg is quick and easy to reach. The city boasts outstanding infrastructure and delights its visitors with its clear layout and convenient S-Bahn and U-Bahn connections.
NEW: All online tickets include VGN public transport usage
Your online purchased ticket to the Whisk(e)y trade fair is also valid as a ticket for public transport journeys in the Nuremberg metropolitan region on the day of your visit.
The VGN (Greater Nuremberg Transport Association) will get you to the trade fair stress-free, sustainably, and comfortably!
- Only one ticket purchased online entitles one person to a round trip on all VGN public transport (local rail services: 2nd class, trains without surcharge) to/from the Whiskey/Rum trade fair within the entire network area on the day of the event until the end of service (including night bus services). Day tickets are only valid on the day of your visit to the trade fair. The standard VGN fare applies on all other days.
Subway connection from the train station to the exhibition grounds
The U1 subway line takes you directly from Nuremberg Central Station to the "Messe" station in 8 minutes (direction Langwasser Süd).
Arrival by train
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Arrival by car / Parking
- The trade fair takes place at the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre, an international exhibition and conference center easily accessible by all means of transport.
- Address: Messezentrum 1, 90471 Nuremberg
Your navigation system will find the exhibition centre at Karl-Schönleben-Straße or as a special destination: Messezentrum (Exhibition Centre). - There is good signage from all directions. Within the city of Nuremberg, the route to the exhibition centre is signposted.
- Direct access roads connect the motorway, city and region with the exhibition centre's parking areas.
Dynamic traffic management system
Every year, events take place on over 300 days around Nuremberg's Dutzendteich lake at the closely located Nuremberg Exhibition Centre, the ARENA, and the stadium. In 2004, the award-winning "Dynamic Traffic Management and Parking Guidance System for the Exhibition Centre/Stadium/ARENA" was put into operation. The system continuously monitors the current traffic volume on the access roads and redirects traffic to available routes and parking spaces—18,000 parking spaces are recorded in the system. Thanks to this intelligent traffic management system, congestion and accidents have been significantly reduced.
More information about the traffic management system can be found here.
Parking in and around the exhibition grounds
- Parking is available in the South Parking Garage and other parking areas. Attendants will direct you to your parking space.
- NürnbergMesse, the operator of the exhibition center, charges a daily parking fee of €6 for these parking areas.
Disabled parking spaces
- Visitors with a disability parking permit (visible on their vehicle) will be directed to the designated parking spaces upon arrival. These parking spaces are located very close to the entrance.
- The entrance is wheelchair accessible.
E-mobility at the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre
- Exhibitors and visitors alike can charge their electric vehicles in several areas of the exhibition center.
Arrival by plane
Nuremberg Airport (Albrecht Dürer Airport) offers convenient national and international flight connections to and from Nuremberg. The airport is well-connected to the city center and the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre by public transport, taxi, and car (rental car).
Accessible Travel at Nuremberg Airport
Information about services for people with disabilities at the airport can be found under Accessible Services at Nuremberg Airport.
Tel: +49 911 93700
E-Mail: information@airport-nuernberg.de
Subway station at the airport - From the airport to the exhibition grounds
Your online trade fair ticket already includes a VGN travel pass, valid for all VGN public transport in fare zones 100 and 200.
You will travel:
- From the "Airport" station, take the U2 line towards "Nürnberg Röthenbach".
- At the "Main Station", change to the U1 line towards "Langwasser Süd" and travel to the "Messe" station.
- From the "Messe" station, it is just a short walk to the central entrance of the Whisk(e)y trade fair.
- Total travel time: approximately 25 minutes.
Take a taxi to the exhibition grounds
A taxi will take you from the airport to the trade fair grounds in approximately 25 minutes.
- There are transportation services available in Nuremberg – including specially equipped vehicles for people with disabilities.
- For inquiries, please contact the Nuremberg taxi dispatch center directly at +49 911 19410.
Leonardo Royal Nuremberg offers a call-off quota for exhibitors and visitors.
THE VILLAGE partner hotel is the Leonardo Royal Nuremberg!
Our exclusive partner hotel for exhibitors and visitors of the Whiskey and Rum Fair is the Leonardo Royal Nuremberg – located right next to Nuremberg Central Station. You can reach the exhibition grounds easily and conveniently in just 8 minutes.
For pricing information or to book, please use the interactive booking form.
Hotels
Exhibitors and visitors of the Whisk(e)y trade fair in Nuremberg can check the online availability of Nuremberg hotels and book directly via the following link:
Congress and Tourism Center
Whether you are looking for a multi-star hotel or private accommodation - you are sure to find what you are looking for in the hotel directory of the Nuremberg Congress and Tourism Centre.
Campsites
Motorhome pitch
The motorhome parking area at Dutzendteich is located on Münchener Straße, a 10-minute walk from the exhibition center.
- 8 free motorhome pitches without direct water/waste disposal facilities (a water/waste disposal station is located at the Shell gas station on Frankenstraße/corner of Münchener Straße).
- Open year-round, maximum stay of 3 nights.
- GPS N 49°25'22" - E 11°06'26"
The most convenient route: via the A6 and the Nürnberg Süd interchange to the A73, exit at "Nürnberg Zollhaus". From there, continue on the B8 towards Nuremberg city center (Münchener Straße). After approximately 3.5 km, you will find an Esso gas station and signs for the parking area.
KNAUS Camping Park
KNAUS Campingpark directly at the exhibition grounds - in the heart of the city and yet surrounded by nature.
- GPS: N 49°25'23" - E 11°7'17"
Adress:
Hans-Kalb-Straße 56
Tel. +49 911 9812717
Nuremberg
... is always worth a trip!
As Bavaria's second-largest city, Nuremberg has a lot to offer: interesting museums, a rich history, and, not to forget, delicious beer, bratwurst, and gingerbread.
A few highlights:
- The main market square in the heart of the city with the famous Frauenkirche (Cathedral of Our Lady) and the Schöner Brunnen (Beautiful Fountain) (turning the ring is said to bring good luck)
- The medieval Imperial Castle with its panoramic views of the city
- The Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds
- The New Museum
- The Christmas Market in winter
- The Germanisches Nationalmuseum (Germanic National Museum) with its collection of musical instruments
A brief overview of Nuremberg as a trade fair city can be found here.
More information about Nuremberg can be found on the website of the Nuremberg Convention and Tourist Office.
Expert advice on all transport connections is available on the website www.nuernbergmobil.de
