Everything about Blühendes Österreich Wels
Blühendes Österreich is Austria's most beautiful garden fair and opens the gardening season every spring. It takes place at the Wels Exhibition Centre. Hotel Ploberger is just a few minutes' walk away – with garage, breakfast and quiet rooms in the centre.
Hotel, tickets, parking and accommodation
What is Blühendes Österreich?
Blühendes Österreich is Austria's most beautiful garden fair –
and for years the favourite meeting point for garden lovers at the start of the gardening season.
Under the roof of the Wels Exhibition Centre, it is dedicated to gardens, plants, nature and outdoor living.
Numerous exhibitors present their products, services and the latest trends for the coming gardening season in the exhibition halls.
The range extends from
plant rarities, floristry and craftwork through to garden furniture, sun protection and garden technology, and on to pool & spa, grills and fire features, and everything for the green oasis on terrace and balcony.
This makes Blühendes Österreich appealing to experienced gardeners as well as anyone looking for inspiration for their outdoor space.
What can I expect at Blühendes Österreich?
A remarkable feature is the trio of fairs: alongside Blühendes Österreich, the leisure fair "Urlaub & Ausflug" and the Caravan & Camping area invite visitors to find inspiration for their next holiday and for mobile travel.
A particular highlight are the artfully designed show gardens, in which Upper Austria's leading garden designers create an exceptional nature experience year after year.
For many visitors Blühendes Österreich is a reason to spend a weekend in Wels – garden ideas and leisure trends during the day, a relaxed evening in the old town and a short, convenient trip to the exhibition grounds. Visitors from Bavaria, Germany, Lower Austria and Styria in particular like to combine the fair with a stay in the centre of Wels.
What's on at Blühendes Österreich?
A key part of the experience is the extensive supporting programme of special shows, expert panels and talks around gardens, plants and design.
In the Garden Arena, well-known garden experts give practical tips and tricks every day – from plant care to designing your own garden.
Floral competitions, apprentice competitions for florists and themed special shows round off the varied programme and make the visit an experience for the whole family.
Opening hours of Blühendes Österreich
Blühendes Österreich takes place over several days in spring at the Wels Exhibition Centre.
The exact dates and daily opening hours of the current edition are published by the organiser on the official website.
As the fair extends across several halls and runs in parallel with the leisure fair, allow plenty of time for a complete tour. Anyone travelling from further afield is best advised to plan a stay with an overnight and to stay centrally, so the journeys to the fair remain short.
Tickets and admission
Tickets for Blühendes Österreich are usually available in advance online and at the box office.
The ticket often also covers the parallel leisure fair "Urlaub & Ausflug".
The current admission prices and reduced categories are published by the organiser on the official website. To avoid the queues, use the advance sale and arrive early.
Getting to Blühendes Österreich
By car
Wels lies directly on the A1 Western Motorway and is easy to reach from Vienna, Salzburg, Linz and Munich.
By train
Wels station is one of Austria's most important railway hubs.
From there, visitors reach the city centre and the event areas within a few minutes.
By plane
Linz Airport is around 20 minutes from Wels and offers good connections for international guests.
Parking at the Wels Exhibition Centre
Visitors benefit from numerous parking options in Wels.
Garage at Hotel Ploberger
Guests staying at Hotel Ploberger enjoy a particular advantage:
The public car park at Kaiser-Josef-Platz connects directly to the hotel.
The car can stay there while you travel to the fair comfortably on foot or by the public transport that runs from Kaiser-Josef-Platz towards the exhibition grounds.
Exhibition car parks
During Blühendes Österreich, exhibition car parks are available around the grounds.
For an event of this scale, an early arrival or the use of public transport is recommended, as traffic volumes are high.
City-centre location
Thanks to the hotel's central location, many routes can be covered comfortably on foot.
Blühendes Österreich with your dog
Many visitors would like to bring their dog to the fair.
At Blühendes Österreich, dogs are permitted with a muzzle and lead.
The organiser's current rules on lead requirements and access should be checked briefly on the official website before your visit.
If you arrive with a dog, Hotel Ploberger is a good choice: dogs are warmly welcome on request.
This makes it easy to combine the fair with a stay in the centre of Wels – with short distances and green spaces nearby for the daily walks.
Blühendes Österreich with children
Blühendes Österreich is a popular destination for the whole family.
The colourful show gardens, hands-on stations and varied supporting programme offer plenty for children to discover.
The spacious grounds leave ample room for a relaxed tour with the whole family.
For the stay in Wels, the central location of Hotel Ploberger is an advantage: short distances, no long drives and a quiet retreat after an eventful day at the fair.
Where to stay during Blühendes Österreich?
For a fair weekend in particular, the choice of accommodation makes the difference.
A central location in the Wels old town brings several advantages:
- short distances between hotel,
- fair and city centre,
- restaurants and cafés within walking distance for the evening,
- no daily search for parking at the grounds and
- a relaxed wind-down after a long fair day.
Anyone who doesn't want to drive back from an industrial estate in the evening, but is right in the city instead, gains noticeably in rest –
and arrives refreshed on the next fair day. After an intensive day at Blühendes Österreich, the breakfast at Hotel Ploberger is a relaxed start the next morning before heading back to the fair.
Hotel Ploberger – 8 minutes' walk to Blühendes Österreich
Hotel Ploberger is only around 650 metres from the event areas.
Most areas of the Wels Exhibition Centre can be reached in about 8 minutes on foot.
If you prefer public transport, there is a connection running directly from Kaiser-Josef-Platz towards the fair.
As a family-run house in its fourth generation, the hotel is a place where garden lovers, families and trade visitors recover after an intensive day at the fair. The quiet, air-conditioned rooms sit in the middle of the city yet sheltered from the bustle. The sauna and fitness area invites you to recharge after a long day, and the generous breakfast buffet with regional products can be enjoyed in the garden on request.
Your advantages at a glance:
- quiet, air-conditioned rooms in the heart of Wels
- generous breakfast buffet with regional products – in the garden on request
- sauna and fitness area for recovery
- public car park with direct lift access to the hotel
- 24-hour access to the hotel
- free Wi-Fi throughout the house
- restaurants, cafés and the Wels old town right outside the door
After a day among show gardens, floristry and garden trends, guests enjoy the calm of the house while still reaching everything important on foot.
For business travellers who visit Wels regularly, Hotel Ploberger – for example as a seminar hotel in Wels – is a familiar address too.
What are FAQs about Blühendes Österreich in Wels?
What is Blühendes Österreich?
Blühendes Österreich is Austria's most beautiful garden fair. It takes place at the Wels Exhibition Centre and is dedicated to gardens, plants, nature and outdoor living.
When does Blühendes Österreich take place?
The fair is held annually in spring over several days and opens the gardening season. The current dates are published by the organiser on the official website.
Where does Blühendes Österreich take place?
At the Wels Exhibition Centre in Upper Austria.
How much is admission?
The current admission prices and reduced categories are published by the organiser on the official website. Tickets are available in advance and at the box office.
Does another fair take place at the same time?
Yes. Alongside Blühendes Österreich, the leisure fair "Urlaub & Ausflug" including Caravan & Camping takes place. The ticket often covers both fairs.
What are the show gardens?
The show gardens are artfully designed garden worlds in which Upper Austria's leading garden designers offer inspiration for your own garden design – a highlight of the fair.
How many halls does Blühendes Österreich have?
The fair extends across several halls of the Wels Exhibition Centre.
How far is Hotel Ploberger from the exhibition centre?
Just a few minutes' walk. Alternatively, public transport runs from Kaiser-Josef-Platz towards the exhibition grounds.
Is parking available?
Yes. The public car park at Kaiser-Josef-Platz, with lift access to the hotel, is right by the hotel. The exhibition car parks are also available at the grounds.
Can I arrive by train?
Yes. Wels station is an important hub; during the fair there are direct public connections to the exhibition grounds.
Which hotels are near the Wels Exhibition Centre?
Hotel Ploberger is centrally located in the Wels old town, just a few minutes' walk from the exhibition grounds, which makes it particularly well placed for fair visitors.
Which restaurants are nearby?
Hotel Ploberger is in the middle of the Wels old town – restaurants, cafés and bars are within a few minutes' walk.
Can I bring my dog?
At Blühendes Österreich, dogs are permitted with a muzzle and lead; the organiser's rules apply. At Hotel Ploberger, dogs are welcome on request.
Is Blühendes Österreich accessible?
The grounds of the Wels Exhibition Centre are designed with accessibility in mind. Current information is published by the organiser on the official website.
Is it suitable for a multi-day visit?
With the trio of garden, holiday and caravanning fairs, several days leave enough time to experience all areas at a relaxed pace.
Are there charging points for electric cars?
Charging options are available at Hotel Ploberger. It is best to ask the hotel directly for details.