A leading leisure and tourism event
CMT is an institution in Germany as a source of inspiration for travellers, who want to experience new destinations and travel packages, and a major marketplace for the travel market. Its very first edition took place in 1968 and with half a century under its belt, CMT is the perfect place to make an impression on serious buyers. The travel and tourism industry is incredibly fast-paced, and the trade fair gives you an accurate measure of new trends. You have the full product portfolio at your disposal. Exhibition space is dedicated to cars, motor homes, caravans, caravan equipment, tents, car accessories, travel literature, cruisers, bicycles, towing vehicles, convertibles, offroaders, e-bikes, pedelecs and segways. But you can also see travel packages to all over the world, from Bhutan to Mexico. Discover different types of tourism – cycling, golf, wellness, cruise ships, health, and culture.
CMT 2025
The dates for the 2025 iteration have been confirmed for the dates of 18.01.2025 and 26.01.2025! According to the organisers, the venue will not incorporate Covid-19 safety precautions in order to comply with the most recent government policies. This is because the country's national coronavirus limitations have been lifted.
Accommodation
Throughout the years, Trade Fair Trips Ltd has been the preferred option for many exhibitors in booking hotel accommodation for exhibitions. We’re well established on the market and enjoy a large network of hotels in Stuttgart, Germany. Book hotel rooms for CMT at preferential prices no matter how big your budget is. From budget hostels to luxurious suites, we provide anything and everything our clients wish. Do you want a short commute? We work hard to send you the top rates close to Messe Stuttgart. Just tell us how many rooms you need and we’ll sort out the rest in a business day. In addition to hotel services for CMT, Trade Fair Trips Ltd hires teams to build exhibition booths. Give us a call and we’ll arrange it in no time. Another popular service is to have us book meeting facilities at the exhibition grounds, depending on size and what A/V equipment you need.
On foot:
7 mins when travelling from Stuttgart Airport
Not advisable when travelling from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Central Station)
By car:
1 min when travelling from Stuttgart Airport
20 mins when travelling from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Central Station)
By public transport:
Unnecessary due to the closeness to Stuttgart Airport
40 mins when travelling from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Central Station)
Hotels near CMT
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the niu Mesh | 2.9 | Stuttgart | from € 456.00 EUR | Book Now | |
| Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport | 2.04 | Stuttgart | from € 516.00 EUR | Book Now | ||
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Park Inn by Radisson Stuttgart | 11 | Stuttgart | from € 223.00 EUR | Book Now | |
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Hotel & Restaurant Zum Reussenstein | 12.9 | Boblingen | on request | Request | |
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Hotel Merlin | 4 | Filderstadt | on request | Request | |
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Hotel Waldhorn | 7.4 | Stuttgart | on request | Request | |
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Hotel Azenberg | 13.2 | Stuttgart | on request | Request | |
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Arthotel ANA Neotel | 7.6 | Stuttgart | on request | Request | |
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Hotel am Feuersee | 11.4 | Stuttgart | on request | Request | |
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Hotel am Schillerpark | 12.2 | Esslingen | on request | Request |
At the beginning of every year, CMT delivers the hottest new travel trends and destinations. The annual trade fair takes place every January and sets the tone for the year to come. It gives visitors and exhibitors the opportunity to generate high sales numbers early in the year over the course of nine whole days. Programming takes place at Messe Stuttgart and is put together by Landesmesse Stuttgart GmbH. Both the general public and professionals are given entry. Be sure to check in for official opening times closer to the trade fair dates. Next is commuting. If you’re not with a rental, then you can rely on the city’s public transport. The exhibition grounds are serviced by several bus lines and the city rail. If you’re staying close to Stuttgart Airport, you’ll be happy to know there are quick connections to Messe Stuttgart.
- CMT is an excellent platform for introducing businesses to their direct customers. A lot of visitors are from the general public, who come to look at new offers and make personal purchases. This is a great opportunity to build direct connections with the target audience.
- CMT celebrates different cultures and offers an incredible variety of events targeted to all in attendance. Make sure to visit the Atrium Stage for unforgettable live shows from all over the world.
- CMT also offers an incredible lecture programme aimed at tour operators and other travel professionals. The topics vary greatly from practical advice on types of funding available and how to apply for it, to building regulations and so much more. It keeps you up to date with all the most important news.
The success of CMT wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of German associations and unions such as CIVD, DCHV, ADAC and ADFC. Attendance numbers are quite satisfactory. You’re in a good company of over 2200 international exhibitors, who travel from 100 countries such as Slovenia, Indonesia, France, the Philippines and Jamaica. The focus falls on European countries with Germany taking up the lead. Exhibitors tend to come from all over the travel sector. You have manufacturers and retailers, but also travel agents and organisations. The audience goes to over 300,000 visitors. You have a large portion of private visitors, who want to research new products and inform their purchases. But you also have other travel professionals, who are looking to find new partners and have great purchasing power. Prepare to meet with tourist organisations, associations, spas and health resorts, tour operators and travel agencies, travel facilities, leisure facilities and accommodation facilities.
CMT 2023
The event's 2023 edition took place as a live trade fair between January 14th and 22nd, 2023 in Messe Stuttgart without implementing Covid-19 safety precautions. This was due to Germany removing its pandemic-related restrictions. The rendition received 265,000 visitors.
CMT 2024
The 2024 edition of CMT was a live trade fair hosted in Messe Stuttgart between January 13th and 21st, 2024. It received 1,600 exhibitors and over 234,000 visitors (96% would recommend the event to others). The exhibiting companies displayed diverse wares, including 1,300 vehicles.
