Invitation to our Major General Inspection:
Herpa Open Day on July 4, 2026


Dear Sir/Madam, 

We cordially invite you to our annual Herpa “general inspection” on July 4, 2026, from 9 am. to 5 pm. A number of highlights await you on our premises in Dietenhofen, Franconia, minus, of course, any repair orders or further charges! 
What might you expect on the day?

✔ Production tour - take a look behind the scenes and experience first-hand how our miniature vehicles are made 

✔ Models, models, and more models - whether exclusive special models, rarities, or craft bags - everyone will get their money's worth

✔ Unique show trucks parked on site - to inspect, marvel at, and, of course, photograph 

✔ Volunteers, manufacturers, and partners offering a variety of products and hands-on activities 

✔ Recharge your batteries in our hospitality tent with Franconian delicacies and refreshments 

✔ Live interviews - our experts will be on hand to answer your questions 

✔ And so much more... 

So, pencil in date of inspection, and when the time comes, chocks away, heading for Herpa!
Seriously, don't miss out on this event – we’re really looking forward to seeing you! 


Your Herpa team 🚗🚚✈

Over 40 show trucks on the festival site

Discover the big role models for our miniature models at the big open day. Snap a few pictures to capture the beautiful day and talk to the drivers of the ‘big brothers’. Maybe you can even get an autograph from our trucker babe. A short trip to the MAN Arena is also worthwhile.

Exhibitors in the Manufacturer Activity Park

Admire new products, have a nice chat or take part in hands-on activities - everyone will find a sympathetic ear from our exhibitors across the industry in the Manufacturer Activity Park. You might even be able to pick up a model or two from our colleagues to complement your Herpa products. We are sure that these will definitely be an enrichment for the big day at Herpa.

Volunteers and catering

Our volunteers are not only working at Herpa on 5 July, but all year round. On the day of the festival, they will also be presenting their vehicles and are open for an exchange with you. Afterwards, you are welcome to fill your belly with Franconian specialities, a delicious ice cream or cool drinks in the hospitality tent.

Highlights on the stage

10 a.m. Welcome to the open day
Johannes Kraus, Chief Executive Officer

11 a.m. Product management Cars & Trucks
Stefan Blank & Matthias Wolff,
product managers Cars & Trucks

1 p.m. Product management Wings
Stephan Külgen, product manager Wings

2 p.m. From the original to miniature model
Johannes Kraus & Jonas Ochs,
Chief Executive Officer & Head of Logistics

3 p.m. How our models are created
Rainer Schuh, Head of Construction

4 p.m. Individual models
Matthias Weinholz, Industry Sales