Hannover Messe

A well-known industrial expo in mid or late April, showcasing engineering products and components from motors to microcontrollers. Running since 1947, it usually receives about quarter of a million visitors.

Getting there: Hanover Fairground, southeast of downtown
Website: hannovermesse.de (opens in a new tab)

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