Every year, Messe Dortmund opens its doors to model-building specialists and passionate visitors willing to explore and share their expertise and interest in model building and model sports. The approaching 2025 edition will be held between 10 and 13 April and will focus on sustainability as a primary topic.
INTERMODELLBAU 2025 will display high-quality models and layouts distributed in eight thematic zones across the Messe Dortmund’s halls. More than 500 eminent world modellers will exhibit, meet face-to-face, and gain knowledge and experience through interaction with peers. Some of the themes featured in INTERMODELLBAU 2025 include:
- Steam model building: presents miniature steam trains, detailed models of historical steam locomotives, and an exciting garden railway;
- Railway model building: showcases the latest railway innovations, including 30 railway systems from various European countries like France, Norway, the Netherlands, etc.;
- RC-Modellbau & car model making: features racing-driving car models, allowing racing fans to explore various vehicles.
INTERMODELLBAU 2025 will host many exciting side activities, such as live demos, practical workshops, and competitions. Exciting zones like the flight area will showcase spectacular performances, loops and other flying tricks, and the water attractions will reproduce ship models and provide exciting water experiences to the visitors.
INTERMODELLBAU 2025 is a must-visit event for everyone involved in the model-building world. If you plan to visit the trade fair and need accommodation in Dortmund, contact ExpoBeds for support. Send us more details about your travelling and budget requirements and request an offer. We will prepare a quote for comfortable hotels near Messe Dortmund.
Information
INTERMODELLBAU is a well-established trade fair dedicated to model-building and model sports. The German exhibition has been a flagship for excellence and professionalism in model-building for over 45 years. The annual European expo is regarded as one of the largest exhibitions, and it displays an extensive range of models by water, road, and air.
INTERMODELLBAU, originally specialising only in model building, has expanded into a renowned event with a densely-packed side program with various exciting activities and events to answer all enthusiasts’ needs and tastes.
Dortmund’s trade fair focuses on Steam model building, Railway model building, RC-Modellbau & car model making, Model aircraft demonstrations, Building blocks, and Cardboard model building.
Who can you meet there
With more than 20,000 models on display, INTERMODELLBAU is a leading European and globally recognised platform with multiple layouts, models, and live demos. Local and international enthusiasts of all ages visit the expo to experience their true passion and explore the latest models.
More than 500 exhibitors worldwide present their high-quality models and dioramas, covering the entire spectrum of model-building items and model sports.
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| Visitors | 92,015 | 77,000 | 15,015 |
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| Exhibitors | 483 | 405 | 78 |
| Visitors | 77,000 | 62,755 | 14,245 |
Quick info
| Organiser: | Westfalenhallen Unternehmensgruppe GmbH |
| Founded: | 1978 |
| Frequency: | every year |
| Next Edition: | INTERMODELLBAU 2026 |
| Sectors: | Hobby | Leisure |
| Website: | INTERMODELLBAU official website |
| Visitors: | Tickets for INTERMODELLBAU |
| Exhibitors: | Exhibitor registration |
Important facts
INTERMODELLBAU in summary:
- 500+ exhibitors
- 20,000+ models displayed
- 8 exhibition halls
Next editions
INTERMODELLBAU 2026
Westfalenhallen Dortmund
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