Rare Books Berlin
International Fair
for Books & Prints
18 - 20 September 2026
Rare Books Berlin 2026 – An Unforgettable Success!
The Rare Books Berlin 2026 fair has now come to a close, and we look back on an unforgettable weekend that far exceeded our expectations.
In the magnificent historic setting of the Kronprinzenpalais on Unter den Linden, collectors, antiquarian booksellers, galleries and book lovers from Berlin, across Germany and around the world came together. In an elegant, salon-like atmosphere, more than 100 exhibitors from 15 countries presented an exquisite selection of rare books, manuscripts, early printed works, prints, autographs, artists’ books, photography and exceptional collectors’ items.
Our heartfelt thanks go to all our exhibitors, visitors, collectors, partners and friends who contributed to the success of Rare Books Berlin.
Kronprinzenpalais
Unter den Linden 3
The Kronprinzenpalais, a striking landmark in the historic heart of Berlin, was built in 1663 as a Baroque residence for the Hohenzollern dynasty. In the 19th century, it was remodelled in the then-modern Neoclassical style and subsequently served as the official residence of the Prussian crown princes. It was here, in 1831, that Friedrich Wilhelm, later Emperor Frederick III, was born. The name of the palace still reflects the royal heritage of the house.
After the building was destroyed during the Second World War, it was carefully reconstructed in the 1960s. Since then, the Kronprinzenpalais has become an important venue for political and cultural events. Situated directly on the famous Berlin boulevard Unter den Linden, just a few steps from the Brandenburg Gate, it stands at the centre of the historic Forum Fridericianum.
Contact & Press
We will be happy to send you further information, invitations, or our press pack.
We warmly invite journalists and photographers to attend the press preview held prior to the official opening of the fair.
We remain at your disposal at any time for questions from visitors, exhibitors, the press, and anyone interested in the event.
ORGANISER:
The fair Rare Books Berlin – Messe für Bücher & Graphik is organised by the Verband Deutscher Antiquare e.V., Germany’s most important trade body for antiquarian booksellers, autograph and print dealers and officially endorsed by the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB).
Verband Deutscher Antiquare e.V.
Head Office, Norbert Munsch
Seeblick 1
D-56459 Elbingen, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)6435 909147
E-Mail: buch@antiquare.de
PRESS
Angelika Elstner
E-Mail: elstner@antiquare.de
Informationen about the association, you can find here → www.antiquare.de