Important questions and answers (FAQ) about FachPack

Do I have to be a trade visitor to be able to visit FachPack?

FachPack is reserved for professionals from the packaging sector. As a visitor, you do not have to prove your industry affiliation, however. Please note that – as at all trade fairs – a direct sale to end consumers is not possible.

Are children admitted to FachPack?

Children up to and including 12 years of age are granted free admission. Students and apprentices of the respective branch can also visit the exhibition at no charge. Please contact our VisitorService: send enquiry

Can I bring my dog with me to FachPack?

For safety reasons, you are not allowed to bring pets with you. Guide dogs are, of course, an exception to this rule.

Can I bring a trolley or a carrying case with me to FachPack?

Trolleys can be optionally handed in at the cloakroom at a charge of 2 EUR each.

What address shall I enter in my navigation system?

You can simply enter "Nürnberg". The dynamic traffic guidance system will guide you past all the queues to a vacant parking space. Alternatively, please use the following address: "Karl-Schönleben-Strasse, 90471 Nürnberg" or the special destination "Messe".

Where can I find parking spaces? How much do these cost? Are there disabled parking spaces?

There are enough parking spaces on-site. Our parking guidance system guides you to the vacant parking spaces; the daily charge is EUR 9 during FachPack. You can receive information by telephone at +49 911 8606 0. Parking spaces for disabled people are located near the entrances.

Are there pitches for caravans?

Within walking distance of the exhibition centre, there is a camp site, at which exhibition visitors who come with a caravan can rent pitches. No caravans can be parked on the site of the exhibition centre Nuremberg itself.

Is there a shuttle service from the airport/Nuremberg Central Station to the exhibition centre?

No because you can reach the exhibition venue quickly and easily both from the Central Station and from the airport with public transport. You can find further information on this in our travel tips.

Are there lockers at the exhibition venue?

Yes, there are lockers in the Mitte, West and Ost entrance areas. Use of these is free of charge. The coin that you have to insert to lock the lockers serves as a deposit and will be returned.

Jackets and baggage can also be handed in at the cloakroom at a charge of 2 EUR each.

Can I use WiFi at the exhibition venue?

As a visitor of FachPack, you are online free of charge throughout the exhibition venue.

You would like fast Internet? Use our high-speed WiFi for EUR 5 per hour with minute-based billing – or book access for a whole day for EUR 25.

Where can I find a restaurant at the exhibition venue?

In our floor plan , you can find the locations of cafés, restaurants and all the exhibition's other facilities.

Where can I charge my mobile at the exhibition venue?

You can use chargers in the Business Lounge between halls 4 and 5 for no charge.

Whom should I contact if I have lost something?

Please contact our colleagues from the Facility Service in the entrance area of Service Center Mitte.

Can I buy something at FachPack?

No, there are no direct sales.

Where can I get information about exhibitors and products?

Under Exhibitors & Products, you can find out all about the exhibiting companies and can download the latest list of exhibitors.

The official exhibitor catalogue will be published for the exhibition and will be available on-site at the ticket counters or information desks. After the event, please send an enquiry to the VisitorService. send enquiry

How do I get an entrance ticket for FachPack?

Advance sales take place online. Register by 29 September in our TicketShop and purchase your entrance ticket in advance.

Of course, you can also purchase your entrance ticket on-site.

In many countries, the international representatives of NürnbergMesse are available for ticket sales, as well as for the provision of information about visas.

I have lost my ticket. What can I do?

If you are registered with a user account, please log on to the TicketShop. You will find your ticket under “Your Orders” for re-printing.

Can I use the public transport in Nuremberg with my exhibition ticket?

No, unfortunately, you cannot use the public transport with your ticket. You can find further information on fares etc. at www.vgn.de.

Can I redeem my printed voucher on-site?

Only in exceptional cases. Bring your voucher with you, fill out a registration form on site and hand them in at the cash desk. You will then be issued with a ticket.

We however strongly recommend redeeming your voucher online before arrival in order to avoid queueing.

Can I redeem my electronic voucher code on-site?

No, this is only possible until 1 October in the VoucherShop.

Is my voucher (printed voucher or electronic voucher code) valid for one or several days?

Your voucher shall apply for admission for one day.

Where can I get a visa for my exhibition visit?

Our international representatives are happy to help. If there is no international representative in your country, please contact the VisitorService.

Please note the mail decree of the Federal Foreign Office of 24.07.2013:

In the future, you can generally dispense with the invitation letter from the exhibition companies in the accompanying documents for a visa application. Please clarify with the embassy / the consulate in your country whether an invitation letter from us is necessary.