Important questions and answers (FAQ) about it-sa

Do I have to be a trade visitor to be able to visit it-sa?

it-sa is reserved for professionals from the IT security sector. As a visitor, you do not have to prove your industry affiliation, however. Please note that – as at all trade fairs – a direct sale to end consumers is not possible.

Are children admitted to it-sa?

No, it-sa is only open to people over the age of 16 – even babies and infants cannot be brought with you. There is no childcare.

Can I bring pets with me to it-sa

For safety reasons, you are not allowed to bring pets with you. Guide dogs are, of course, an exception to this rule.

Can I bring a trolley or a carrying case with me to it-sa?

Yes, that is possible. However, we recommend you to leave your trolley / carrying case at the coat check at a charge of EUR 2 each, so that you can fully concentrate on the exhibition.

What address shall I enter in my navigation system?

You can simply enter "Nürnberg". The dynamic traffic guidance system will guide you past all the queues to a vacant parking space. Alternatively, please use the following address:"Karl-Schönleben-Strasse, 90471 Nürnberg" or the special destination "Messe".

Where can I find parking spaces? How much do these cost? Are there disabled parking spaces?

There are enough parking spaces on-site. Our parking guidance system guides you to the vacant parking spaces; the daily charge is EUR 10 during it-sa. You can receive information by telephone at T +49 9 11 8 60 60. Parking spaces for disabled people are located near the entrances.

Are there pitches for caravans?

Within walking distance of the exhibition centre, there is a camp site, at which exhibition visitors who come with a caravan can rent pitches. No caravans can be parked on the site of the exhibition centre Nuremberg itself.

Is there a shuttle service from the airport/Nuremberg Central Station to the exhibition centre?

No because you can reach the exhibition venue quickly and easily both from the Central Station and from the airport with public transport. You can find further information on this in our travel tips.

Are there lockers at the exhibition venue?

Yes, there are lockers in the West entrance area. Use of these is free of charge. The coin that you have to insert to lock the lockers serves as a deposit and will be returned.

Trolleys can be handed in at the cloakroom at a charge of EUR 2.

Can I use WiFi at the exhibition venue?

As a visitor of it-sa, you are online free of charge throughout the exhibition venue.

We also offer high speed WiFi access for the sending and use of larger quantities of data. For EUR 5 per hour with minute-based billing or for a whole day for EUR 25, depending on your requirements.

Where can I find a restaurant at the exhibition venue?

In ourfloor plan , you can find the locations of cafés, restaurants and all the exhibition's other facilities.

Whom should I contact if I have lost something?

Please contact our colleagues from the Facility Service in the entrance area of Service Center Mitte.

Can I buy something at it-sa?

No, there are no direct sales.

How to travel barrier-free?

Barrier-free access by public transport and rail

You can get from the main station to the exhibition centre in about 8 minutes by underground. All underground stations are at least equipped with a lift that goes directly from platform level.

• Information for subway, bus, tram
• Information for S-Bahn
  Service-Telefon VGN: T +49 9 11 2 70 75-0
• Mobility Service Centre
  Service-Telefon: T +49 18 06 51 25 12

By plane

The Albrecht Dürer Airport has had it as a major objective to enable people with disabilities to travel completely without barriers. All services at the airport at a glance:

Barrier-free travel
T +49 9 11 9 37 00
E-Mail: information@airport-nuernberg.de

Taxi station

Nuremberg has some transport services with specially equipped vehicles. For enquiries, please call Nuremberg's central taxi station directly: T +49 9 11 1 94 10

Which services provides the exhibition center?

Parking at the exhibition centre

By displaying a valid disabled parking permit, you can park for free near the entrance to our VIP car park
Overview map

Lifts

Our entire fairground is accessible. Facilities at higher levels can be easily reached via our lifts.

Operation Center: First aid and medical support, police

In our Operation Centre near the central entrance, you will find a first aid station run by the BRK (Bavarian Red Cross), police and freely accessible bathroom facilities.
In the event of an emergency at the exhibition centre, our SecurityControlUnit is available to help. Emergency number: T +49 9 11 86 06-70 00

Restrooms

Washrooms and toilets are located at the Central (Operation Centre), East and West entrances, in all service areas between the halls and at NCC East. The wheelchair-accessible sanitary facilities on the exhibition grounds are freely available.

Free wheelchair hire

You have the option of borrowing a wheelchair for your visit from BRK.

• Normal wheelchair, free on presentation of ID card
• Electric wheelchair, 1st day € 100.00, each additional day € 50.00.

Please contact the BRK at least 14 days before visit. For more short-notice enquiries, please telephone BRK directly.
E-Mail: messe@kvnuernberg-stadt.brk.de
T +49 9 11 86 06-62 09

Handover location at the exhibition centre can be agreed with BRK on a case-by-case basis.

Telephone numbers for BRK at the exhibition centre

Depending on the event, BRK will be present at the following stations:
Operation Center: T +49 9 11 86 06-61 56
NCC West: T +49 9 11 86 06-67 56
NCC Ost: T +49 9 11 86 06-69 56
Frankenhalle: T +49 9 11 86 06-63 56

Visiting with accompanying persons

If you are dependent on an accompanying person during your visit to the exhibition, he/she is entitled to free admission upon presentation of your disabled pass.

Guide dogs

Guide dogs are of course allowed.

Where can I get information about exhibitors and products?

Under Exhibitors & Products, you can find out all about the exhibiting companies and can download the latest list of exhibitors.

The official exhibition guide will be published for the exhibition and will be available free of charge on-site at the ticket counters or information desks. After the event, please send an enquiry to the VisitorService. send enquiry

How do I get an entrance ticket for it-sa?

Advance sales take place online. Register in our TicketShop until 10 October and purchase your entrance ticket in advance.

Of course, you can also purchase your entrance ticket on-site.

In many countries, the international representatives of NürnbergMesse are available for ticket sales, as well as for the provision of information about visas.

I have lost my ticket. What can I do?

If you are registered with a user account, please log on to the TicketShop. You will find your ticket under “Your Orders” for re-printing.

Can I use the public transport in Nuremberg with my exhibition ticket?

No, unfortunately, you cannot use the public transport with your ticket. You can find further information on fares etc. at www.vgn.de.

Can I redeem my printed voucher on-site?

Please note that vouchers can be redeemed free of charge online only. If you would like to redeem your vouchers on-site a service fee of EUR 5 will be charged. Please note that there may be waiting times in case you wish to redeem your codes on-site.

Can I redeem my electronic voucher code on-site?

No, this is only possible in the VoucherShop.

Is my voucher (printed voucher or electronic voucher code) valid for one or several days?

Your voucher shall apply for admission for one day.

Where can I get a visa for my exhibition visit?

Our international representatives are happy to help. If there is no international representative in your country, please contact the VisitorService.

Please note the mail decree of the Federal Foreign Office of 24.07.2013:

In the future, you can generally dispense with the invitation letter from the exhibition companies in the accompanying documents for a visa application. Please clarify with the embassy / the consulate in your country whether an invitation letter from us is necessary.