In the spring of 2023, everything revolves around creativity for us
The focus is on sustainability and combining the tried and tested with current trends.
So let yourself be inspired, try out new creative techniques and discover new design trends or craft ideas.
The "nitrogen lounge" with well-known manufacturers, demonstration and hands-on areas, fashion shows, prêt-à-porter and an exhibition by the artist Janine Heschl is brand new and will be there for the first time in 2023.

In the spring of 2023, everything revolves around creativity for us
The focus is on sustainability and combining the tried and tested with current trends.
So let yourself be inspired, try out new creative techniques and discover new design trends or craft ideas.
The "nitrogen lounge" with well-known manufacturers, demonstration and hands-on areas, fashion shows, prêt-à-porter and an exhibition by the artist Janine Heschl is brand new and will be there for the first time in 2023.


Parallel to the creative fair, the
"Cake & Bake" takes place
A very special highlight is the international cake fair "CAKE & BAKE", which will take place on March 18th and 19th, 2023 - and thus parallel to Creativa.
Admission to CAKE & BAKE is included for every CREATIVA visitor.

Parallel to the creative fair, the
"Cake & Bake" takes place
A very special highlight is the international cake fair "CAKE & BAKE", which will take place on March 18th and 19th, 2023 - and thus parallel to Creativa.
Admission to CAKE & BAKE is included for every CREATIVA visitor.
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Arrival & Parking
Navigation
If you are using a navigation system, please enter "Maurice-Vast-Straße" as your destination address.
From the destination address, please follow the signs in the vicinity.
Parking
Parking spaces for cars and buses are available in the immediate vicinity of the exhibition halls.
A free Messe-Express runs every 20 minutes.
By train
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
The underground line U 45 (direction Westfalenhallen) takes you comfortably from Dortmund Central Station to the "Westfalenhallen" stop in 10 minutes.
From Dortmund city centre (underground stations Reinoldikirche or Stadtgarten), the U 46 (direction Westfalenhallen) will also take you to the "Westfalenhallen" stop in approx. 5 minutes.
Alternatively, take the U 42 (direction Hombruch) to the "Theodor-Fliedner-Heim" stop. From here it is only a few minutes' walk to the exhibition grounds.
The way to the Westfalenhallen is signposted at the stops mentioned above. All the stops listed above are handicapped accessible.
Information:
Clever number - timetable and tariff information (person-operated)
01806 504030 (0.20 €/call from a landline, 0.60 €/call from a mobile phone)
Speaking timetable (voice computer)
0800 3 504030 (free of charge)
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opening hours
CREATIVA 2023 will take place from Wednesday, 15 March to Sunday, 19 March 2022.
The exhibition halls are open from 9:00 - 18:00. We open the following entrances: Entrance North and Entrance Messe West.
Dogs are not allowed in the exhibition halls.
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Safety & Hygiene
In order to continue to minimise the risk of infection and to avoid endangering oneself and others, we recommend avoiding crowded situations, wearing a medical mask on one's own responsibility in certain situations, getting vaccinated against COVID-19 and staying at home in case of corona symptoms.
CREATIVA creates additional safety on the grounds of Messe Dortmund by increasing cleaning intervals and setting up disinfectant dispensers.
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Purchases at CREATIVA
At CREATIVA there are goods depots at the entrances and in the halls themselves. For a small fee (2.00 EUR), you can leave your purchases here until your departure on the same day.
Trolleys and/or suitcases can be parked in the "Trolley Area", as trolleys and suitcases are not allowed in the halls/hall aisles for security reasons. The "parking fee" is 4,00 EUR. You can fill your trolleys/suitcases with your purchases at any time during the fair day at no extra cost.
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Service
Free WLAN
Messe Dortmund is pleased to offer you access to the City of Dortmund's CityWLAN, which is operated by the telecommunications provider DOKOM21.
It goes without saying that WLAN use is completely free of charge for visitors, exhibitors, organisers and anyone else on the exhibition grounds.
Accessing the WLAN takes just a few steps:
1. switch on the WLAN on the terminal device
2. connect to the WLAN network "Hotspot Westfalenhallen
3. the login screen of the Westfalenhallen Dortmund will open
4. alternatively: open browser (Safari, Firefox etc.)
5. open any unencrypted page (e.g. www.web.de)
6. you arrive at the registration mask
7. click on the "Free access" button
8. accept the terms and conditions of use (tick the box) and click on the "Log in" button
9. finished.
Services for people with disabilities
We have created a file with the most important information for you.
Further services
- Baby changing facilities
- Cash dispenser
- Smartphone recharging facility
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Stay in Dortmund
If you're planning other things to do in Dortmund besides the trade fair, take a look at our partner's website. Leisure activities in Dortmund
Need help finding a hotel room? No problem at all. DORTMUNDtoursismus will be happy to help you.
DORTMUNDtourism:
Phone: +49 (0) 231/18 999-111
e-mail: E-Mailinfo@dortmund-tourismus.de
Web: www.dortmund-tourismus.de
In addition to the hotels in Dortmund, there are also opportunities to enjoy your stay in surrounding towns such as Schwerte, Lünen, Unna, Kamen, Hagen and Bochum. From there you can also get to the CREATIVA by car, bus or train.
IMPRESSIONS
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