Leisure, adventure and mobility converge in Hanover from 10 to 14 February 2027 at Abf 2027. The fair mixes caravaning and camping areas with mobility offers and adds practical zones for demonstrations and activity-focused audiences.
Practical information for Abf 2027 in Hanover
Abf 2027 takes place at Deutsche Messe Hannover between 10 and 14 February 2027. The venue provides the usual fairground infrastructure and a searchable exhibitor directory to plan visits and meetings in advance.
Sectors and exhibitor profile
The fair highlights caravaning and camping, travel and vacation services, outdoor and fitness, plus mobility solutions tailored to leisure. The combined ABF and B.I.G. event featured 560 exhibitors in the previous edition, showing motorhomes, vans, accessories and services for outdoor activities.
Program highlights and new features
The event is organized around seven theme worlds such as Caravaning, Travel & Vacation, Bike & Mobility and Vanlife. For 2027 a new Treffpunkt Angeln, the angling meeting point, focuses on fishing tackle, functional clothing and fishing trip offers. ABF RUN continues as a sporting complement to the fair program.
How to prospect at Abf 2027
- Target by subsector. If you supply caravan accessories prioritize meetings with distributors and workshop operators; if your product serves anglers focus on associations and travel providers in the angling area.
- Book demos and test drives. Brands in the caravaning and automotive space often schedule live tests; set time slots to avoid clashes and increase conversion chances.
- Prepare concise technical sheets and modular solution outlines to support sales talks on the stand.
- Segment leads immediately into direct buyers, distribution prospects and logistics partners for tailored follow-up.
- Use the exhibitor search tool to map your route and request meetings before the fair.
Key figures
Official figures from 2026 record 83,000 visitors and 560 exhibitors across ABF and B.I.G. The caravaning and camping sector covered 35,000 square metres and the event ran seven theme worlds, a metric set useful for sizing a 2027 presence.
Closing note and where to check details
Abf 2027 prioritizes hands-on formats and product demonstrations that suit companies selling vehicles, equipment and activity services. Check exhibitor listings and booking options on the official site http://www.abf-hannover.de/en and align your schedule with the theme worlds most relevant to your business.
