Everything about the Internationale Rassehundeschau Wels
The Internationale Rassehundeschau in Wels is an international CACIB dog show. It takes place at the Wels Exhibition Centre. Hotel Ploberger is just a few minutes' walk away – dog-friendly, with garage, breakfast and quiet rooms in the centre.
Hotel, tickets, parking and accommodation
What is the Internationale Rassehundeschau?
The Internationale Rassehundeschau in Wels is an international dog show with CACIB –
and for years one of Austria's most important canine gatherings.
Organised by the Austrian Kennel Club, exhibitors from Austria and abroad present a wide variety of dogs of different classes, breeds and breeding groups at the Wels Exhibition Centre.
Dogs of all FCI groups are represented – from terriers, dachshunds and spitz breeds through hunting, sight and herding dogs to mountain dogs, schnauzers, poodles and many more.
The show is complemented by an
exhibitor and supply area with dog food, pet clothing, accessories as well as clubs and associations around the subject of dogs.
This makes the Internationale Rassehundeschau appealing to breeders, exhibitors and all dog lovers alike.
What can I expect at the Rassehundeschau?
A remarkable feature is its character as an international CACIB show: often held as a double or multiple CACIB, all breeds are judged by internationally recognised judges over the show days.
A highlight is the programme in the main ring, where the finest dogs of the individual groups are presented and awarded – an experience even for visitors without their own show dog.
For many exhibitors and visitors the Rassehundeschau is a reason to spend several days in Wels – show and judging during the day, a relaxed evening in the old town and a short, convenient trip to the exhibition grounds. Exhibitors from Bavaria, Germany, Lower Austria and Styria in particular like to combine the visit with a stay in the centre of Wels.
What's on at the Rassehundeschau?
A key part of the show is the judging of the dogs in the individual breed rings, which takes place throughout the day.
In the main ring, the group competitions and awards follow, presenting the best dogs of the respective FCI groups.
Around the rings, clubs, associations and exhibitors provide information on breeds, breeding and care – an ideal opportunity to get first-hand advice on many dog breeds.
Opening hours of the Rassehundeschau
The Internationale Rassehundeschau takes place over several days at the Wels Exhibition Centre.
The exact dates and daily opening hours of the current edition – including admission times for the dogs and the start of judging – are published by the organiser on the official website.
As the programme is spread across several rings and halls, allow plenty of time for a complete overview. Anyone arriving as an exhibitor or wishing to experience several days 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 the Internationale Rassehundeschau are usually available in advance and at the box office.
The current admission prices, categories and the entry procedures for exhibitors are published by the organiser on the official website.
To avoid the queues, use the advance sale and arrive early.
Getting to the Rassehundeschau
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 the Rassehundeschau, 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.
The Rassehundeschau with your dog
At the Rassehundeschau, the dog is naturally the centre of attention – many visitors arrive with their own show dog.
Only dogs that meet the official requirements and the organiser's rules may be exhibited.
The current rules on registration, pedigree, vaccinations and access should be checked on the organiser's official website before your visit.
If you arrive with a dog, Hotel Ploberger is the ideal choice: dogs are warmly welcome on request.
This makes it easy to combine the show with a stay in the centre of Wels – with short distances and green spaces nearby for the daily walks, ideal for multi-day stays with a dog.
The Rassehundeschau with children
The Internationale Rassehundeschau is a popular destination for families and dog lovers.
The variety of breeds, the action in the rings and direct contact with breeders offer plenty for children to discover and learn.
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 the Rassehundeschau?
For exhibitors travelling with their dog over several days in particular, the choice of accommodation makes the difference.
A central, dog-friendly hotel 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 show day.
Anyone who doesn't want to drive back from an industrial estate in the evening, but is right in the city instead, gains – together with their four-legged companion – noticeably in rest.
After an intensive day at the Rassehundeschau, the breakfast at Hotel Ploberger is a relaxed start the next morning before heading back to the fair.
Hotel Ploberger – 8 minutes' walk to the Rassehundeschau
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, dog-friendly house in its fourth generation, the hotel is a place where exhibitors, dog lovers and families recover after an intensive show day. 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 rings, judging and dog encounters, guests – with or without their four-legged companion – 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 the Rassehundeschau in Wels?
What is the Internationale Rassehundeschau?
The Internationale Rassehundeschau is an international CACIB dog show. It takes place at the Wels Exhibition Centre and is organised by the Austrian Kennel Club.
What does CACIB mean?
CACIB is an international qualification of the FCI, awarded at recognised shows per breed and sex. The Rassehundeschau Wels is often held as a double or multiple CACIB.
When does the Rassehundeschau take place?
The show is held annually over several days. The current dates are published by the organiser on the official website.
Where does the Rassehundeschau take place?
At the Wels Exhibition Centre in Upper Austria.
How much is admission?
The current admission prices and categories are published by the organiser on the official website. Tickets are available in advance and at the box office.
Which breeds are represented?
Dogs of all FCI groups are represented – from terriers and dachshunds through hunting, sight and herding dogs to mountain dogs, schnauzers, poodles and many more.
Can I exhibit my own dog?
Yes, provided the official requirements and the organiser's rules (e.g. registration, pedigree, vaccinations) are met. The details are published by the organiser on the official website.
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 Hotel Ploberger dog-friendly?
Yes. Dogs are warmly welcome at Hotel Ploberger on request – ideal for exhibitors travelling with their dog.
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 show 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, and as a dog-friendly house is particularly suitable for exhibitors.
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.
Is the Rassehundeschau 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?
Yes. As a double or multiple CACIB show over several days, an overnight stay in a central location is worthwhile for exhibitors and visitors alike.
Are there charging points for electric cars?
Charging options are available at Hotel Ploberger. It is best to ask the hotel directly for details.