Experience the trades hands-on
DACH+HOLZ International 2026 combines information and experience: Young visitors do not only learn about skilled trades in theory, but experience work processes, techniques and materials live on site.
National teams training live
A special highlight is the public training of the carpentry and roofing national teams. Visitors can observe precision, teamwork and modern craftsmanship at the highest level and talk directly with trainers and team members.
Hall 9, Stands 9.310 and 9.312
Experience plumbing and sheet metal work live
At the Plumbing & Sheet Metal Workspace, visitors experience plumbing and sheet metal crafts as a live workshop. Modern techniques and demanding restoration work are demonstrated in live presentations. The workspace is operated by the Spengler-Meisterschule Würzburg, providing practical insights into training and craft-based working methods.
Hall 8, Stand 8.428
Live construction of a titanium zinc spaceship
An extraordinary project highlights the sheet metal trade in a unique way: Austrian craftsman Friedrich Reinbold builds a detailed model of the Enterprise spaceship live throughout the trade fair – entirely made of titanium zinc. He demonstrates all key techniques of the trade, from precise cutting and forming with specialised machines to traditional soft soldering. Visitors can follow the entire process and ask questions on site.
Hall 8, Stand 8.425
Virtual insights & interactive formats
Digital formats add new perspectives to the trade fair experience: At the stand of the youth campaign Dachdecker Dein Beruf, visitors can use VR headsets to explore virtual roof environments – including insights into real working situations. Interactive applications and activity areas present different fields of work in an engaging and accessible way.
Hall 9, Stand 9.310
Training and career pathways in the skilled trades
Trade associations, training centres and competence centres provide information on training and further education opportunities in roofing, timber construction and plumbing trades. Young people receive concrete guidance on job profiles, qualifications and career development options.
Hall 9, Stands 9.415 and 9.417
Community & action: Craft meets sport
Jumping, flying, landing – all under control: At the “Craft Meets Sport” action area, master roofer and freestyle mountain biker Niels Gehrke demonstrates how much action, precision and courage are part of skilled trades. Daily bike shows highlight that balance, technique and body control on the bike are just as important as they are on the roof. Afterwards, visitors can exchange ideas, ask questions and get autographs.
Action area “Craft Meets Sport”, Hall 8, Stand 8.531