Programme Overview
The varied program at südback
The supporting program at südback offers a wide range of events and presentations that provide insights into current industry trends as well as practical tips for everyday work. The focus is on expert presentations, live workshops, and exciting competitions that bring together professionals from the baking and confectionery trades.
Competitions
Carlo-Wildt Trophy
The Carlo Wildt Cup at südback 2026 calls for creativity, craftsmanship and precision. Under the theme of ‘The Magic of Craftsmanship’, confectioners must create works that impress in terms of flavour and appearance. The competition is being held for the 16th time and the awards ceremony will take place in the Confectioners’ Trend Forum.
Hall 7, Stand 7D71
südback Trend Award 2026
The renowned südback Trend Award is a top-class award with the aim of recognizing developments in terms of technical innovations, design and concepts. The awards are presented in the categories "Marketing, Sales & Organisation", "Raw Materials & Convenience", "Technology" and for special achievements in the area of "Sustainability".
The award ceremony will take place on 24 October 2026 at 9:30 am at the opening of the trade fair, when Messe Stuttgart, BÄKO-ZENTRALE eG, and the Southwest Bakers’ Guild will pay tribute to the winning innovations.
Forums
Barista School
In exciting 90-minute crash courses, caterers and trainees learn how to use coffee grinders and portafilter machines perfectly. Coffee experts share their expertise on machine customisation, roasting and preparation to take your coffee quality and sales to the next level.
Hall 5, Stand 5C16
BÄKO
BÄKO will be presenting the latest concepts for bakers and confectioners on over 2,100 square metres in the Paul Horn Hall. The focal points for 2026 include attractive recipes, trendy bakery snacks, a wide range of raw materials, high-performance capital goods and innovative packaging concepts.
Hall 10, Stand 10D51 and 10D71
Confectioners' Trend Forum
The Confectioners` Trend Forum organised by the Baden-Württemberg Guild Association will inspire visitors to südback with new techniques and creative ideas from professional confectioners. Innovative snack concepts, modern product presentations and the latest trends in coffee specialities and chocolate creations will be presented here.
Hall 7, Stand 7D71
Bakers' Trend Forum
The Bakers' Trend Forum at südback offers an exciting programme for the baking industry on all days of the trade fair. It includes entertaining demonstrations and creative new recipes, organised by the Württembergische Bäckerfachschule, the Akademie Deutsches Bäckerhandwerk and other experts.
Hall 8, Stand 8D71
Pizzashow
API (Association of Italian Pizzerias), together with Molino Iaquone, will be presenting a series of innovative cooking demonstrations in the Pizza Area of südback. API and Molino Iaquone are looking forward to demonstrating the progress and innovation in the preparation of Italian pizza!
Hall 9, Stand C16