Preparing and cooking dinner in a luxury Gaggenau kitchen using vario 400 series appliances

Perfectly integrated into a creative space designed to suit any ambition.

The unseen, quiet and effective downdraft removes the unwanted sight, sound and smells, allowing you to focus on your uninterrupted views, timeless designs, guests’ conversations and most importantly, the taste of your dishes. Turn the kitchen into your social space.

Drawer under downdraft controls

The modular metal ducting is so compact once unavailable space can now be used for drawers and even ovens.

X-ray of downdraft ducting within kitchen island

We offer a complete system: quiet modular metal ducting, power and discreet blowers and, of course, the integrated downdraft itself.

Close-up of VL400 downdraft extractor

Our complete systems have been rigorously tested to ensure quiet efficiency, durability and optimal performance.

Gaggenau 400 series vario appliances in modern kitchen

Culinary choice

The new 400 series downdraft system seamlessly integrates with the Vario cooktops. Create your culinary scenario with gas, induction, electric grill, Teppan Yaki and downdraft -- as you wish.

Cooking food using the automatic function

Automatic function

Dynamically responds to the odor and steam without any input from the chef. It finds the quietest setting possible whether the chef is boiling, searing, grilling or frying.

Person interacting with video call on tablet

Using Home Connect, the downdraft can be paired with a compatible induction cooktop to operate automatically whenever the cooktop is used.

Gaggenau VL400 Filter removal

Filter regeneration

Air filters for the silent recirculation system can be regenerated in an oven at 400 °F, giving them a service life of up to a decade. For those who prefer the air vented to the outside, we offer similar innovations and bespoke solutions.

Maximum flexibilty

There are several ventilation systems to choose from. For the silent recirculation system, regenerable filters are accessible at floor level.

When venting to the outside, our exclusive modular metal ducting and blowers can be placed beneath the unused toe-kick space or on the outside of the residence. The choice is yours.

X-ray of downdraft ducting under kitchen island
Dishwasher-safe filter

Dishwasher-safe

All removable components are easily accessible and can be placed into the dishwasher to ensure lasting performance.

Original downdraft ventilation from 1976

Since 1976

Having pioneered the downdraft in Europe, Gaggenau continues to perfect the technology with space-saving modular metal ducting, quiet and powerful blowers, and performance that inspires the chef.

Gaggenau Vario downdraft ventilation between two Vario gas hobs

Authentic materials

Reassuring to the touch and pleasing to the eye, authentic materials are the difference. Durable and tactile, the downdraft utilizes honed stainless steel for the electronic controls and elegant 3mm frame, as well as enameled cast iron for the grate.

Gaggenau illuminated controls

Illuminated controls

With quiet operation, the chef will immediately appreciate the illuminated controls that inform when the downdraft is in use. Flashing illumination alerts the chef when the filters require cleaning.

Two people looking at kitchen design options

Designed by Gaggenau, for you.

For complex projects, a bespoke planning service is available to ensure your end-to-end ventilation system enables your kitchen design.

The Vario electric grill

The Vario electric grill

The Vario Teppan Yaki

The Vario Teppan Yaki

Gaggenau Irvine showroom

Experience the difference, the Gaggenau showroom

Discover the full potential of our appliances firsthand at a cooking demonstration held at the Gaggenau Irvine showroom.

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