Jaarbeurs
Jaarbeurs is one of the Netherlands’ leading exhibition and conference venues, located in the heart of Utrecht, directly opposite the country’s largest railway hub, Utrecht Centraal Station. Founded in 1916, Jaarbeurs has evolved into a dynamic destination for international exhibitions, conferences, and large-scale events, welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.
Jaarbeurs is ideally positioned for international events. Utrecht sits at the centre of the Dutch rail network, with fast and direct connections to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague, while Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is just 30 minutes away by train. The city itself is compact and highly walkable, with many hotels, restaurants, and cultural attractions located within a short distance of the venue.
Utrecht is also an increasingly popular destination for sustainable event travel. The city can often be reached by train faster than flying from many European destinations, and once there, delegates can easily explore the city on foot. Within just ten minutes’ walk of Jaarbeurs, visitors can discover a range of remarkable venues, from the contemporary spaces of Royal Jaarbeurs to the historic charm of Utrecht’s picturesque old town.
Facts & Figures
Location
Central Utrecht, Netherlands
Types Of Events
Conferences, Meetings, Congress, Exhibitions, Conventions
Features
Over 100,000m² of meeting space including 10 exhibition halls, 7 conference areas, a theatre hall, 30 meeting spaces, a customisable studio and a restaurant space.
Transport Options
You can reach the nearest airport (Amsterdam Airport Schiphol) from 284 different destinations and then you can take a direct train to Utrecht Centraal Station which takes about 30 minutes. Public transport in Utrecht includes trains, buses, trams, metros, ferries and OV bikes.
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Conferences
Large in scale, seamless in delivery — Jaarbeurs is built for impactful events.
Located in the heart of Utrecht, Jaarbeurs combines expansive capacity with exceptional flexibility, making it one of the Netherlands’ leading venues for large-scale conferences and exhibitions. With the ability to host thousands of delegates across interconnected halls and meeting spaces, it is ideally suited for international gatherings, trade shows, and corporate events of all sizes.
Alongside its vast exhibition areas, Jaarbeurs offers a wide range of modern, purpose-built conference and meeting rooms, designed to support everything from high-level summits to breakout sessions. Its central location, integrated facilities, and commitment to innovation ensure a smooth and engaging event experience from start to finish.
