Taking place in the vibrant city of Cologne, one of Europe’s most accessible and well-connected destinations, PMW Expo is hosted at Koelnmesse, a world-class exhibition venue in the heart of Germany’s automotive engineering region. With a rich motorsport heritage and modern infrastructure, Cologne is the ideal setting to meet, network, and innovate.
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Arriving by air: Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is just 14km from Koelnmesse and offers direct flights from many major European and international cities. Düsseldorf and Frankfurt airports are also nearby and well connected by train.
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Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) → Koelnmesse: ~15 minutes by taxi or local train
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Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) → Cologne: ~40 minutes by train
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Frankfurt Airport (FRA) → Cologne: ~1 hour by high-speed train
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Arriving by train: Köln Messe/Deutz station is directly adjacent to Koelnmesse and connects you to Germany’s high-speed rail network, with regular ICE and regional trains from across the country and beyond.
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Frankfurt → Cologne: ~1 hour
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Brussels → Cologne: ~2 hours
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Amsterdam → Cologne: ~2.5 hours
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Arriving by car: Cologne is well-served by the German autobahn network. Koelnmesse offers on-site and nearby parking facilities, with clear signage and directions for exhibitors and visitors arriving by car.
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On-site parking at Koelnmesse available
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Address for GPS: Messeplatz 1, 50679 Cologne, Germany
Venue
Koelnmesse is one of Europe’s leading trade fair centers, offering excellent facilities, seamless logistics, and a prime location just across the Rhine from Cologne’s historic city center. The venue is easily accessible via public transport and provides on-site dining, business services, and modern exhibition halls.
Travel Tips
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Use the KVB public transport system for fast and easy travel within Cologne.
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Purchase a Cologne WelcomeCard for discounts on public transit and local attractions.
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Hotels fill quickly – we recommend booking early via our official accommodation partner
