MCH Messecenter Herning

Scandinavia’s powerhouse for fairs, shows, sport and concerts, where Herning’s quiet heathland becomes a buzzing city of events and experiences.

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MCH Messecenter Herning is Scandinavia’s largest fair and exhibition complex, a vast event hub on the edge of Herning. Spreading across dozens of flexible halls and outdoor areas, it hosts everything from major trade fairs and design expos to concerts, equestrian championships, sporting events, and large-scale conferences. With plentiful parking, on-site dining and strong logistics, it is the region’s beating heart for big occasions and international gatherings.

A brief summary to MCH Messecenter Herning

Vardevej 1, Herning, 7400, DK
+4599269926
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Duration: 2 to 8 hours
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Mixed
Mobile reception: 5 out of 5

Monday 8 am-4:30 pm
Tuesday 8 am-4:30 pm
Wednesday 8 am-4:30 pm
Thursday 8 am-4:30 pm
Friday 8 am-12 pm

Local tips

Check the event program well in advance; the complex is vast and some fairs occupy only selected halls, so knowing your hall numbers saves time and walking.
Arrive early for major events to secure convenient parking, pass security smoothly and orient yourself at the main entrance before the biggest crowds build.
Wear comfortable shoes and layered clothing; indoor temperatures are generally pleasant, but you may alternate between outdoor areas and warm exhibition halls.
Plan meal breaks at off‑peak times, such as early lunch or mid‑afternoon, to avoid queues at the restaurants, kiosks and coffee counters inside the center.
If attending a multi‑day fair, bring a small bag for brochures and samples and consider taking photos of useful stands and hall maps to keep track of your route.

Getting There

Regional train and local walk

From Herning Station, take a regional or local train to the dedicated Herning Messecenter stop, a short ride typically under 10 minutes. Trains on this branch generally run at least once an hour during the day, with extra services on major event days. From the Messecenter stop, expect an easy walk of about 10 minutes on level ground to the main entrance, suitable for most visitors including those with light luggage or small trolleys. Standard single tickets within the Herning zone are usually in the range of 20–35 DKK depending on the specific service and ticket type.
City bus from central Herning

Local buses connect central Herning with the MCH area in roughly 10–20 minutes, depending on route and traffic. Services are more frequent on weekdays and during peak hours, while evenings, weekends and holidays may see reduced timetables, so checking departure times in advance is important. Many buses stop within comfortable walking distance of the exhibition center entrances on mostly flat, paved surfaces. A standard city bus ticket typically costs around 20–30 DKK for a single adult journey within the local fare zone.
Taxi from Herning city centre

A taxi from central Herning to MCH Messecenter Herning usually takes about 10–15 minutes in normal traffic. Taxis are convenient if you are travelling in a small group, carrying heavy materials for a stand or returning late at night after a concert when public transport options are limited. Daytime fares for this distance commonly fall in the range of 120–180 DKK, with night and weekend surcharges possible. Pre‑booking is advisable on major event evenings when demand for taxis can spike.
Car from within Jutland

Arriving by car from cities such as Aarhus, Viborg or Vejle typically takes 45–90 minutes, using the main motorway network that feeds directly to the Herning area. The exhibition center benefits from clear motorway signage and is situated close to major junctions, which simplifies navigation. One of the advantages of this site is its extensive free parking, with thousands of spaces spread around the complex; however, for the largest fairs and concerts, it is wise to allow extra time to find a spot and walk to your specific entrance. Fuel and road costs vary, but Denmark does not use motorway tolls on these routes.

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A giant stage for experiences in Herning

MCH Messecenter Herning is the kind of place that reshapes a city. On former heathland southwest of Herning, this enormous complex has grown into Scandinavia’s largest fair and exhibition center, with a patchwork of halls, arenas and open spaces that can be reconfigured almost at will. At full stretch, it feels like a temporary city: avenues of stands, towering light rigs, pop‑up cafés and a steady flow of visitors arriving for a specific passion, profession or spectacle. For travelers, it is less a single sight than a dynamic backdrop to whatever is on the calendar. One weekend it might be hosting a huge interior and design fair, the next a food festival, a hunting show, an agricultural expo or a major consumer event that fills every hall with noise and color.

From textile fairs to international mega-events

The story of MCH begins in the 1950s, when Herning’s booming textile industry needed somewhere to showcase its production. The first hall opened in 1954; decades of incremental expansions turned that modest start into today’s sprawling campus, now part of a wider MCH family that also includes Jyske Bank Boxen, MCH Arena and MCH Herning Kongrescenter in the city center. Over time, the focus broadened from textiles and industry to include culture and sport. The center has played a role in equestrian championships, major handball and ice hockey tournaments, and large indoor concerts. This layered history gives the place a distinctive mix of businesslike functionality and festivity: it is engineered for logistics, yet designed to welcome celebration.

Architecture built for scale and flexibility

Architecturally, MCH Messecenter Herning is all about volume and adaptability rather than ornament. Long, low exhibition halls line broad internal streets, with high ceilings, industrial finishes and loading bays that allow trucks to drive right into the action. Some halls, such as the huge column‑free spaces, are engineered to host everything from fashion shows and machinery displays to full concert productions with staging and pyrotechnics. Between the buildings you find wide plazas, open gravel or paved areas and occasional landscaped pockets that can become outdoor showgrounds or festival zones. Wayfinding is supported by clear signage, numbered halls and a prominent main entrance where ticketing, information and guest services are concentrated.

A day inside the event machine

Your experience here depends entirely on the event you attend, but some elements are constant. There are on‑site restaurants, kiosks and bistros scattered through the halls, offering hot meals, quick snacks and coffee breaks throughout the day. Seating areas and informal meeting spots allow you to rest, compare notes or talk business between stands. As you move around, you are likely to encounter a professional infrastructure that includes cloakrooms, information desks, interpretation services at major international fairs, and extensive technical support. During big shows, the complex becomes a networking hub, with meetings unfolding in corners of cafés, on benches in the corridors and in dedicated conference rooms above the exhibition floors.

Practical comforts behind the scenes

Despite its scale, the site is designed to feel manageable. Large free parking areas ring the complex, and there is a dedicated train stop nearby as well as event‑specific shuttle buses or extra public transport when major happenings are scheduled. Inside, restrooms are frequent and well distributed, and temporary facilities are added outdoors for high‑attendance events. The grounds can host outdoor concerts, equestrian arenas and special pavilions for marquee occasions. On peak days the atmosphere shifts from quiet exhibition center to buzzing festival, yet the underlying infrastructure—broad walkways, clear exits, well‑marked halls—keeps it all functioning smoothly. Whether you come for a niche trade fair or a headline show, MCH Messecenter Herning delivers the scale and support that turn big ideas into lived experiences.

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Mindesten for H.Pontoppidan

2.1 km

A quiet memorial stone in Herning’s Sdr. Anlæg, honouring H. Pontoppidan and the ambitious transformation of Jutland’s once-harsh heath and bog landscapes.

Herning City Hotel

2.2 km

Experience breathtaking panoramic views and serene landscapes at Udsigtstårn in Vejle, Denmark.

Scandic Regina

2.2 km

Experience panoramic views of Vejle's natural beauty from the Udsigtstårn at Østengård.

Louis Nielsen Herning

2.3 km

Experience contemporary art in a unique setting at Kunsthal Vejle, where a historic vending machine becomes a dynamic exhibition space.

Lagkagehuset

2.5 km

Experience innovative contemporary art in Vejle's historic vending machine gallery, open 24/7 with free admission.

Befrielsessten i Gullestrup

5.5 km

A 1949 liberation stone honoring Denmark's freedom in the quiet village of Gullestrup.

Ilva

6.2 km

Experience contemporary art in a repurposed 1950s vending machine at Vejle's innovative Kunsthal Vejle.

Herning Turist

6.4 km

Experience panoramic views of Vejle's landscapes from the accessible Udsigtstårn observation tower.

Mindesten for Jens Vejmand

6.9 km

A windbreak memorial to a stoneworker whose life inspired Denmark's most beloved folk song.

Bølling Lake

27.1 km

A restored glacial lake offering scenic walks, excellent fishing, and peaceful nature immersion in central Jutland.

Silkeborg Vesterskov mindesten

35.1 km

A modest memorial stone in Silkeborg Vesterskov, where forest tranquillity and wartime history meet in a quiet, contemplative woodland clearing.

Silkeborg Water Tower

37.5 km

A heritage-listed industrial landmark symbolising Silkeborg's textile manufacturing legacy.

Statue of Michael Drewsen

37.5 km

Bronze tribute to Silkeborg’s founding industrialist, anchoring the historic town square and local traditions at the heart of Denmark’s lake district.

Springvand

37.5 km

Northern Europe's grandest fountain transforms Silkeborg's lakeside with water jets soaring 33 meters high and mesmerizing evening light shows.

Tollundmanden

37.7 km

Stændertorvet is the historic main square of Roskilde, home to bustling markets, festivals, and community life, set beside UNESCO-listed Roskilde Cathedral.

Unmissable attractions to see

Knudmose

0.6 km

Former bog turned green playground on Herning’s edge, where a man-made hill, dog forest and winding trails offer easy everyday escapes into light, air and open space.

P-plads, Knudmosebjerget

1.0 km

Unassuming car park, big horizons: your easy starting point for Knudmosebjerget’s hilltop views, protected wetlands and everyday escapes on Herning’s edge.

Herning Rocker

1.8 km

High-energy one-day rock festival on Herning’s edge, blending big Danish acts, street-food tents and a friendly local crowd in an open-air field setting.

Tekstilmuseet

1.9 km

Industrial looms, children’s factory fun and 2,000 years of cloth history in Herning’s former textile mill, where Central Jutland’s fabric story comes vividly alive.

Frilandsmuseet Herning

1.9 km

Step from central Herning straight into a thatched 1800s village, where open‑air farmsteads, soundscapes and intimate exhibits bring Jutland’s heathland past to life.

Lokalhistorisk Arkiv I Herning

1.9 km

A quiet local history archive where Herning’s evolution from heathland settlement to modern town is preserved in photographs, papers, and personal stories.

Lau Tune Møller

2.1 km

A quietly placed contemporary artwork on Herning’s main street, weaving modern sculpture into the everyday rhythm of historic Bredgade.

Sdr. Anlæg

2.1 km

A historic green pocket in central Herning, where tall trees, storybook carvings and a nature playground link city streets with the wild paths of Knudmosen.

Fermaten

2.1 km

Purpose-built regional music venue bringing rock, jazz, indie, pop and more to an intimate, modern concert hall in the center of Herning.

Nordisk Film Biografer Herning

2.2 km

Modern multiplex in central Herning with comfortable screens, big-sound blockbusters and classic cinema snacks for easygoing evenings and family-friendly outings.

Herning Station

2.2 km

Central Jutland’s compact rail and bus hub, Herning Station quietly connects a busy events town and its countryside to the rest of Denmark.

Zency Herning

2.4 km

Professional, minimalist massage clinic in central Herning offering tailored therapeutic and wellness treatments in a calm, contemporary setting.

Locked - Escape Room

2.6 km

Experience Denmark's rural heritage at Høgdal, an open-air museum near Them showcasing traditional farm life.

Park

3.1 km

Elia is a monumental open-air sculpture in Herning, Denmark—famous for its towering pillars, walkable dome, and spectacular, unpredictable flame eruptions.

Befrielsessten i Herning

3.1 km

Experience Elia, Herning's monumental steel sculpture with unpredictable flame bursts and panoramic views.

Essential places to dine

A Hereford Beefstouw, BOXEN

0.4 km

Classic Danish steakhouse craftsmanship brought inside Jyske Bank Boxen, serving serious steaks, wine and design-led ambience right where Herning’s big events unfold.

Fru Kristof

1.9 km

Unpretentious chicken and grill bar on Herning’s Islandsvej, serving generous portions of classic Danish fast food for a quick, inexpensive daytime bite.

Ibolicious Kebab

1.9 km

Casual Turkish-style kebab and shawarma in homemade bread, served fast and budget-friendly on a lively central street in downtown Herning.

Singapore Kitchen Pizza & Grill

2.0 km

Asian-inspired pizza and casual dining in the heart of Herning

Coffee City Karma

2.0 km

Authentic Turkish döner and fresh Italian pizza in the heart of Herning, open late.

Lones Køkken

2.0 km

No‑frills, central Herning grill and pizza house serving big portions, fast comfort food and late‑night bites on lively Bredgade.

SushiArt Herning

2.1 km

Compact, central Herning sushi spot focused on fresh, sustainable ingredients, organic rice and convenient takeaway boxes for an easy, modern meal.

Møllegrillen Herning

2.1 km

Central Herning’s no-nonsense grill bar for generous burgers, pizza and classic Danish fast-food favourites served quick, hot and at moderate prices.

Backyard Burger

2.1 km

Flame-grilled burgers crafted with quality ingredients in a playful, swing-filled setting.

På Farten

2.2 km

Hurtigt, mættende pizzaria- og kebabstop lige ved Herning Banegård – et uformelt knudepunkt for rejsende, pendlere og lokale på farten fra formiddag til sen aften.

Tap Del Bar

2.2 km

Spanish-inspired gastrotapas, an impressive wine wall and crafted cocktails come together in a cosy, central Herning bar-restaurant made for social dining.

Brasseriet

2.2 km

Upscale European brasserie blending seasonal ingredients, curated wines, and attentive hospitality in central Herning.

Restaurant Flammen

2.2 km

All‑you‑can‑eat Danish grill buffet with at least 15 cuts of meat, a generous salad bar and a cosy, family‑friendly atmosphere in central Herning.

Herning Kebab House

2.3 km

Fresh-made kebabs, burgers, and pizzas in central Herning with warm service and reliable quality.

Brdr. Price Herning

2.3 km

Danish–French brasserie classics and warm, high-ceilinged charm in a former bank building on Herning’s main square, ideal for both leisurely lunches and festive dinners.

Herning’s century-old Rolex and fine watch boutique, blending family-run goldsmith tradition with a sleek, modern showroom on bustling Bredgade.

M.C. Mortensen, Officiel forhandler af Rolex

MCH Messecenter Herning

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Getting There

Regional train and local walk

City bus from central Herning

Taxi from Herning city centre

Car from within Jutland

MCH Messecenter Herning location weather suitability

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Discover more about MCH Messecenter Herning

A giant stage for experiences in Herning

From textile fairs to international mega-events

Architecture built for scale and flexibility

A day inside the event machine

Practical comforts behind the scenes

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Mindesten for H.Pontoppidan

Herning City Hotel

Scandic Regina

Louis Nielsen Herning

Lagkagehuset

Befrielsessten i Gullestrup

Ilva

Herning Turist

Mindesten for Jens Vejmand

Bølling Lake

Silkeborg Vesterskov mindesten

Silkeborg Water Tower

Statue of Michael Drewsen

Springvand

Tollundmanden

Unmissable attractions to see

Knudmose

P-plads, Knudmosebjerget

Herning Rocker

Tekstilmuseet

Frilandsmuseet Herning

Lokalhistorisk Arkiv I Herning

Lau Tune Møller

Sdr. Anlæg

Fermaten

Nordisk Film Biografer Herning

Herning Station

Zency Herning

Locked - Escape Room

Park

Befrielsessten i Herning

Essential places to dine

A Hereford Beefstouw, BOXEN

Fru Kristof

Ibolicious Kebab

Singapore Kitchen Pizza & Grill

Coffee City Karma

Lones Køkken

SushiArt Herning

Møllegrillen Herning

Backyard Burger

På Farten

Tap Del Bar

Brasseriet

Restaurant Flammen

Herning Kebab House

Brdr. Price Herning

Markets, malls and hidden boutiques

Al Hádi Inter Food

Garnshoppen

Uhrskov Vinhandel

botex Herning

Dampkongen

Rikki Vanggaard

Design HUB

Dalgashus

Pillayar Stores

Ma-Griff

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