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Your competent partner for piano and grand piano transport
in Germany & all of Europe

Specialist carrier for pianos, grand pianos, furniture and heavy goods – delivered reliably, insured and on schedule.

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Free fixed-price quote – no obligation, usually within one working day.

4,9★★★★★over 200 Google reviews
We are number 1 for keyboard instruments
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Score 4.9 · over 200 Google reviews
The specialist carrier since 2001

Piano transport with the professionals

Piano-Express is your specialist for piano transport: whether within a city, over long distances or to other European countries – we get your goods reliably to their destination.

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Crane transport, upright carrying & dismantling possible

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Door-to-door service – across floors too

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Shipment tracking & personal delivery notification

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Specially trained team

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Short-notice appointments possible

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Optional extra services: storage for your instruments. Tuning service arranged.

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Step 1 · Arrival
Every transport begins with the conditions on site.
Step 2 · Site inspection
We read the building.
Step 3 · Analysis
We see the challenge before it becomes a problem.
Step 4 · Route decision
No standard route? Then we plan a better one.
Step 5 · Preparation
Prepared for every centimetre of the way.
Protective blankets & padding
Straps & securing
Edge protection – ready for transport
Step 6 · Carrying out
Controlled. Centimetre by centimetre.
Step 7 · Loading
Loaded safely. Secured under control.
Step 8 · Transport
On the way to your destination.
● Transport in progress✓ Route confirmed◷ Arrival scheduled
Step 9 · Arrival at destination
Arrived. Now precision counts again.
Step 10 · Placement
The final stage: placement.
At the destination. Safe. Precise. Personal.

From the first look at the conditions to the last centimetre at the destination.

Our process

How your piano transport works – step by step

From the first look at the on-site conditions, through inspection, route planning and preparation, to safe loading, transport and placement at the destination: every step follows a well-rehearsed process. The animation shows how our team goes about it – precise, controlled and centimetre by centimetre.

Nationwide in Germany

Piano & grand piano disposal
with Piano-Express

We not only take care of the safe transport of your piano or grand piano, but also of the professional disposal of instruments no longer needed. Fast, straightforward and across Germany.

It’s that easy:
  • Send a request – a photo & location are enough
  • Collection by our specialist team
  • Professional disposal & recycling
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Retired pianos and grand pianos in the Piano-Express warehouse before professional disposal
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Complex transport conditions
are mastered with experience

Narrow hallways, winding stairs, many floors or no lift: when transporting pianos and grand pianos, structural conditions often call for special solutions. That is exactly what we are set up for – with expertise, the right equipment and the necessary precision.

Whether upright carrying or dismantling: we find an individual solution – whatever obstacles exist on site. As an experienced team we know the challenges of transporting high-quality keyboard instruments and rely on tailored concepts instead of standard solutions.

What can we move for you?

Choose your instrument and your request – we take you straight to the right form.

Grand piano

Concert, parlour & baby grand pianos
Grand piano on a transport dolly

Piano

Pianos & digital pianos
Piano on transport castors
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B2B & logistics

Piano transport for specialist dealers,
Manufacturers & key accounts

Do you regularly ship pianos or grand pianos to dealers, end customers or stages? Piano-Express offers a specialised piano freight service with everything you need for reliable delivery – nationally and internationally.

Your advantages:
  • Direct delivery from the factory to the dealer or end customer
  • Appointment scheduling, delivery notification & shipment tracking
  • Sea and air freight incl. customs clearance
  • Upright carrying, dismantling & crane transport
  • Climate-controlled storage
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References & reviews

More than 2,500 satisfied customers

We are delighted that our customers regularly give us top ratings. There is no greater motivation to keep giving our all for stress-free piano transport!

4,9★★★★★from over 200 Google reviews
C. Bechstein – piano manufacturer Grotrian-Steinweg – piano manufacturer Kawai – piano manufacturer Schimmel Pianos – piano manufacturer Steinway Haus Berlin – piano dealer Piano Fischer – piano dealer C. Bechstein – piano manufacturer Grotrian-Steinweg – piano manufacturer Kawai – piano manufacturer Schimmel Pianos – piano manufacturer Steinway Haus Berlin – piano dealer Piano Fischer – piano dealer C. Bechstein – piano manufacturer Grotrian-Steinweg – piano manufacturer Kawai – piano manufacturer Schimmel Pianos – piano manufacturer Steinway Haus Berlin – piano dealer Piano Fischer – piano dealer
★★★★★

We work closely and in true partnership with Piano Express and are satisfied customers. For us as a premium furniture provider, the "last mile" in particular is very important and contributes greatly to the shopping experience. That is why we need a logistics partner who works and thinks in a customer- and solution-oriented way at all times, even in exceptional situations.

masstisch GmbH & Co. KG
Furniture retailer
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„As an online platform for high-quality furniture and first-class service, we rely on Piano Express. Thank you for the excellent, partnership-based cooperation! We will keep growing strongly and push ahead together!"

MöbelFirst.de
Furniture retailer
★★★★★

We can highly recommend Piano Express as a furniture carrier. A big advantage is the nationwide service across Germany!

Waa-Lea GmbH
Bed retailer
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Locations

Strongly networked,
delivered across Europe

Piano-Express stands for precise, safe and punctual transports – nationally and internationally.

5 regional locations: Berlin, Hamburg, Hilden, Lichtenfels & Munich
Over 24 years of experience & 150+ experts in the team
Service area covering 40 countries – regular routes throughout Europe
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Track & Trace

Your shipment live at a glance

With our track & trace system you can follow the status of your transport. One click on the link is enough and you see the location, the estimated time of arrival and all intermediate stops at a glance.

Questions about your shipment? Write to us.

info@piano-express.de

Prefer to talk directly? Give us a call.

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Track & trace system: live tracking of the shipment on a smartphone

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Frequently asked questions
about piano transport

What is the difference between transporting an upright piano and a grand piano? +
Transporting an upright piano differs from transporting a grand piano mainly in the size and handling of the instrument. Upright pianos stand vertically and are more compact, whereas grand pianos are considerably larger, heavier and extend horizontally. Transporting a grand piano therefore takes more effort: it is usually laid on its side, and its legs and pedal lyre have to be removed before transport. An upright piano, on the other hand, stays in one piece and, thanks to its upright shape, is often easier to manoeuvre through doors and stairwells. Overall, transporting a grand piano is more involved (more carriers, special equipment) and can be more expensive than a standard upright piano transport.
Does a piano need to be tuned before transport? +
No, you do not need to tune your piano before transport. The move and the changed climatic conditions (fluctuations in temperature and humidity) usually put the instrument out of tune during transport anyway. You should therefore have it tuned only after transport at the destination, ideally after it has stood there for one to two weeks to acclimatise. This ensures the piano has adapted to its new surroundings and the tuning then remains stable.
What insurance options are there for grand piano and piano transports? +
You should make sure you have adequate insurance cover. As a rule, the carrier’s statutory basic liability applies first: in Germany this covers damage up to around 620 euros per cubic metre, and only for damage caused by the carrier. In addition, professional piano carriers usually offer transport insurance. This extends the protection and also covers the full value of high-quality instruments, even in the event of unforeseeable incidents such as theft or severe weather. Especially for a valuable instrument it is advisable to take out this additional insurance to protect it optimally during transport.
Are there special requirements for transporting antique pianos? +
Yes, transporting antique pianos requires special care. In very old pianos and grand pianos, materials such as wood, varnish and the action are often more delicate or brittle. Such antique instruments must therefore be handled gently and packed with extensive padding to avoid damage. But don’t worry: we are familiar with handling historical instruments. Special requirements may also apply to particularly valuable or listed pieces: if the piano contains ivory keys, for example, or is classified as a cultural asset, official permits may be required for transport – especially for international transports. Transport insurance is also advisable, as antique pianos often have a very high sentimental and material value.
How does an international piano transport with customs clearance work? +
An international piano transport with customs clearance essentially works as follows: 1. Preparation and packing: the piano is packed securely for transport – with blankets, film and, if necessary, in a special transport frame or crate. At the same time we prepare all necessary customs documents, e.g. export declarations, invoices stating the value and any permits. 2. Transport to the destination country: the instrument is then shipped to the destination country – by truck, ship or plane depending on distance and urgency. Our forwarding team organises the transport and makes sure all papers accompany the shipment. 3. Customs clearance: on arrival in the destination country, our forwarding team (or a customs agent) handles customs clearance. The piano is declared to customs, the prepared documents are presented and any import duties or tariffs are paid. It is important that all required proofs (e.g. proof of origin, material certificates for protected woods or ivory) are available so that customs releases the shipment smoothly. 4. Delivery and set-up: after customs release, the piano is delivered to the final address. On site, the movers bring the instrument into the flat or house, unpack it and place it where you want it. Afterwards the piano should be given some time to acclimatise before it is tuned – as usual after a long transport.