DACH+HOLZ International in Stuttgart – The leading trade fair for timber construction, roofing, and finishing

Industry meeting place for carpenters, roofers, planners, and tomorrow's construction industry

DACH+HOLZ International is one of Europe's most important trade fairs for the roofing and carpentry trades, timber construction, and interior finishing. Every two years, it brings together national and international industry players at the Messe Stuttgart exhibition center—from craft businesses and construction companies to architects, industry, and trade. The trade fair stands for craftsmanship excellence, innovative materials, modern construction techniques, and a strong sense of community. Whether it's new construction, renovation, energy efficiency, or sustainable building materials, DACH+HOLZ International is the central location where the construction industry exchanges information about current developments and solutions.

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The entire roofing and timber construction industry under one roof

The trade fair showcases a broad and specialized exhibition portfolio covering the entire value chain for roofing and timber construction:

• Timber construction, structural timber engineering, and prefabricated construction
• Roof, wall, and sealing systems
• Building materials, insulation materials, substructures
• Photovoltaics and solar technology
• Energy-efficient renovation and building efficiency
• Facade technologies, windows, skylights, and domes
• Roof covering and drainage systems
• Tools, machinery, and occupational safety
• Scaffolding, lifts, safety technology
• Software solutions for planning, structural analysis, and project management

The focus is particularly on solutions that are both technically efficient and environmentally sustainable—from wood fiber insulation and green roofs to CO₂-neutral construction methods. Anyone interested in other trade fairs in the region can find a comprehensive overview of the regional event portfolio at Stuttgart Trade Fair.

Meeting place for all trades – from trainees to planners

DACH+HOLZ International sees itself not only as a product and technology trade fair, but also as an industry event with a strong community spirit. Trade visitors from the following sectors make intensive use of the trade fair for networking, purchasing, and gathering information:

• Roofers, carpenters, plumbers, building fitters
• Architects, engineers, energy consultants
• Property developers, general contractors
• Wood construction companies and prefabricated house suppliers
• Planning and project offices
• Building material and specialist dealers
• Vocational schools and training institutions

Numerous events, competitions, live demonstrations, and practical areas offer direct access to innovations—hands-on and at eye level.

Focus topics: Climate protection, skills shortage, and digitalization

The construction industry faces major challenges—and DACH+HOLZ International offers concrete answers:

• Sustainability & CO₂ reduction: Wood as the building material of the future, recyclable roofing systems, resource-saving processes
• Energy efficiency & building envelope: How can existing buildings be renovated to make them fit for the future?
• Digitalization in the skilled trades: BIM, drone surveying, digital measurement systems, planning tools
• Recruiting skilled workers & promoting young talent: Hands-on activities, career competitions, presentations by guilds and schools
• Safety and occupational health solutions: From fall protection systems to ergonomic machine operation

Strong practical focus and innovative spirit

One of the trade fair's hallmarks is its high degree of practical relevance. Many stands feature live demonstrations, trials, and hands-on activities. Visitors can test tools, compare materials, see machines in action, and learn new things in workshops. The trade fair also has its own start-up area, where young companies present smart solutions for the construction and skilled trades world of tomorrow—from digital assistants and sustainable building material innovations to new business models.

International platform with a regional heart

Although DACH+HOLZ International is an international trade fair—with exhibitors from over 20 countries and trade visitors from all over Europe—it retains a down-to-earth, practical atmosphere that is particularly appreciated by craftsmen. The strong presence of trade associations, guilds, training centers, and organizations from the roofing and carpentry trades underscores the character of the trade fair as a place for exchange and industry culture.

DACH+HOLZ International – Where construction has a future

Hardly any other trade fair combines technological innovation, practical craftsmanship, and social responsibility as consistently as DACH+HOLZ International. Anyone who wants to know how sustainable and economical construction works in practice will find not only products and partners here, but also inspiration and perspectives. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: www.dach-holz.com