Congress Center Essen
Flexible spaces for congresses, conferences, meetings, corporate events and special events.
Explore Congress Center Essen
Your Venue for Events in Essen
Congress Center East
Congress Center East, Entrance to Foyer East with direct access to Hall 8 and convenient parking at Car Park P1.
Explore the rooms at CC EastGrugahalle
The Grugahalle is a highly versatile multi-purpose venue with a long-standing tradition of hosting successful events.
Explore the GrugahalleCongress Center West
Entrance to Foyer West with direct access to Hall 3 and convenient parking at Car Park P6.
Explore the rooms at CC WestCongress Center South
Entrance to Foyer South with direct access to Halls 1 and 1A.
Explore the rooms at CC SouthHall 1/1A
Adjacent to the South Congress Center, offering short walking distances to the meeting rooms and direct access to Halls 2 and 3.
Explore Hall 1/1AHall 3
Adjacent to the West Congress Center, offering short walking distances to the meeting rooms and direct access to the Galeria, Hall 1 and Hall 2.
Explore Hall 3Hall 4
Located in the northern section of the exhibition grounds, with direct access to the Galeria and Hall 5.
Explore Hall 4Hall 6
Connecting the central and eastern exhibition areas, located between Halls 5 and 7.
Explore Hall 6Hall 7
Located adjacent to Hall 8, providing short walking distances between the event spaces.
Explore Hall 7Hall 8
Adjacent to the East Congress Center, offering short walking distances to the meeting rooms and direct access to Hall 7 and the Grugahalle.
Explore Hall 8Entrance North
Entrance to the northern exhibition grounds with direct access to Hall 5.
Central entrance
Central entrance to the exhibition grounds with direct access to Halls 6 and 7.
Our Exhibition Halls
Hall 1
Located directly next to the Congress Center South, Hall 1 is ideally suited for trade fairs, exhibitions and events. Its direct connection ensures short walking distances and efficient event logistics. Visitors can access the hall directly via Entrance South. The adjoining Atrium Restaurant complements the venue's facilities. The nearby “Messe West-Süd/Gruga” underground station and adjacent parking garages provide convenient access for visitors and exhibitors alike.
Hall 2
Located in the heart of the exhibition grounds, Hall 2 is connected to the neighbouring halls via the Galeria. This allows it to be flexibly integrated into a wide variety of event concepts. Depending on the event layout, access is available via Entrance Centre or, in combination with Hall 1, via Entrance South.
Hall 3
Located directly next to the Congress Center West, Hall 3 marks the western gateway to the exhibition grounds. Its direct connection makes it particularly well suited for combined trade fair and congress events. Visitors can access the hall directly via Entrance West. The nearby “Messe West-Süd/Gruga” underground station and several adjacent parking garages ensure convenient access. The directly connected Piazza Restaurant and the Galeria Restaurant provide added convenience with short walking distances and excellent on-site amenities.
Hall 4
Adjacent to Hall 5, Hall 4 is located in the northern section of the exhibition grounds. Together with the neighbouring halls, it offers flexible space for a wide variety of event formats.
Hall 5
Located between Halls 4 and 6, Hall 5 benefits from its central position within the exhibition grounds. It can be flexibly combined with the neighbouring event spaces. Large windows and entrance doors overlooking Grugapark create a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The directly connected Entrance North ensures convenient access.
Hall 6
Hall 6 connects the northern halls with the eastern section of the exhibition grounds, making it ideal for integrated event concepts. Large windows and entrance doors offer views of Grugapark, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The directly connected Business Club, the Service Center Centre and the nearby Entrance Centre ensure short walking distances and a high level of visitor convenience.
Hall 7
Hall 7 forms the transition to the eastern section of the exhibition grounds and is directly connected to Hall 8. Its location ensures short walking distances between the event spaces. With the adjoining Park Restaurant including the Messe Lounge and a direct bridge connection to the Grugahalle, Hall 7 provides ideal conditions for a wide range of event concepts.
Hall 8
Located directly next to the Congress Center East, Hall 8 seamlessly connects the exhibition and congress areas with short walking distances. Visitors enter via Entrance East into the adjoining Foyer East, which provides convenient access to Hall 8. The “Messe Ost/Gruga” underground station and Parking Area P1 are located directly in front of the entrance. Its close proximity to the conference rooms makes Hall 8 particularly versatile for a wide range of event formats.
Galeria
The Galeria connects several exhibition halls, ensuring short walking distances across the exhibition grounds. As the central link between the halls, it provides convenient orientation for visitors and exhibitors.
Open-Air Exhibition Grounds
In addition to ten exhibition halls, four flexible Open-Air Exhibition Grounds provide extra space and can be seamlessly integrated into a wide range of event concepts.
Our Rooms at Congress Center East
Hall Essen
Hall Essen, the largest event space in the Congress Center East, offers 631 m² of flexible space for congresses, conferences, seminars, exhibitions and workshops. The adjoining foyer provides ample room for networking breaks and refreshments.
Foyer Hall Essen
With 223 m² of flexible space, the Foyer Hall Essen is ideal for exhibitions, catering and networking areas.
Hall Ruhr
Hall Ruhr, a spacious event venue in the Congress Center East, offers 275 m² of flexible space for congresses, conferences, seminars, exhibitions and workshops. The adjoining foyer provides ample room for networking breaks and refreshments.
Foyer Hall Ruhr
With 304 m² of flexible space, the Foyer Hall Ruhr is ideal for exhibitions, catering and networking areas.
Conference Rooms East
Located on the ground floor of the Congress Center East, Conference Rooms A - F provide the ideal setting for conferences, presentations and workshops. The adjoining foyer offers ample space for breaks and networking.
Konferenzraum A - 62,6 m²
Konferenzraum A+B - 101,4 m²
Konferenzraum B - 38 m²
Konferenzraum C - 60 m²
Konferenzraum D - 60 m²
Konferenzraum D+E - 122,5 m²
Konferenzraum E - 61 m²
Konferenzraum F - 96,5 m²
Konferenzraum K - 88 m²
Foyer East
With 1,691 m² of flexible space, Foyer East is ideal for exhibitions, catering and networking areas.
Foyer A - F
With 246 m² of flexible space, Foyer A - F is ideal for exhibitions, catering and networking areas.
Foyer Entrance CC East
With 342 m² of flexible space, the Foyer Entrance CC East is ideal for exhibitions, catering and networking areas.
Our Room at Congress Center West
Hall Europa
Hall Europa, the largest conference room in the Congress Center Essen, offers 772 m² of flexible event space for congresses, conferences, exhibitions and a wide range of event formats.
Hall Berlin
Hall Berlin offers 194 m² of flexible event space with direct views over Hall 3. Located on the second floor of the Congress Center West, it provides an ideal setting for conferences, meetings, presentations and workshops.
Hall Panorama
Located on the second floor of the Congress Center West, Hall Panorama offers 363 m² of flexible event space with direct views over Hall 3, making it ideal for conferences, meetings and events held alongside trade fairs.
Hall New York
Hall New York offers 145 m² of flexible event space, making it ideal for seminars, presentations and workshops. It is located on the third floor of the Congress Center West.
Hall Mailand
Located on the first floor of the Congress Center West, Hall Mailand offers 145 m² of flexible event space for seminars, presentations and workshops, with direct access to Hall 3.
Hall Brüssel
Hall Brüssel offers 192 m² of flexible event space, making it ideal for seminars, presentations and workshops. Located on the second floor of the Congress Center West, it benefits from abundant natural daylight and a fresh air supply, providing an ideal setting for your event.
Foyer CC West GF
With 900 m² of flexible space, the Foyer CC West GF is ideal for exhibitions, catering and networking areas.
Foyer Hall Europa
With 500 m² of flexible space, the Foyer Hall Europa is ideal for exhibitions, catering and networking areas.
Our Rooms at Congress Center South
Hall Deutschland
Located on the lower ground floor of the Congress Center South, Hall Deutschland offers 552 m² of flexible event space. The adjoining foyer provides ample room for breaks and networking.
Hall Rheinland
Located on the lower ground floor of the Congress Center South, Hall Rheinland offers 151 m² of flexible event space. The adjoining foyer provides ample room for breaks and networking.
Conference Rooms South
Located on the ground floor of the Congress Center South, the Conference Rooms South provide the ideal setting for conferences, presentations and workshops. The adjoining foyer offers ample space for breaks and networking.
Conference Room L - 86 m²
Conference Room M+N (113 m² / 56 m² + 57 m²)
Conference Room R - 39 m²
Conference Room S+T (74 m² / 42 m² + 32 m²)
Conference Room U - 33 m²
Conference Room Z - 58 m²
Foyer
Foyer CC South
With 825 m² of flexible space, Foyer CC South is ideal for exhibitions, catering and networking areas.
