Europe’s best boat fairs 2019/2020

The time has come: The sailing season in the Balearic Islands is not even over yet and the fair season is already approaching quickly and inexorably.Whether you are in active buying mode, or just “looking”, if you are a seafaring lover or a maritime interested landlubber, Europe is a safe haven for you.
Every year, many fairs around life in, at and around the sea take place, serving various companies as showcases for their products in this diverse industry. In this article we would like to introduce you to the most interesting boat fairs in Europe.

If you love watersports and boats, then you are going to love this fair! Interboot is more than just exhibition promoting pleasure boats and fun on the water; it also offers visitors the chance to join in on over 500 different watersports events, while learning all about the latest boats and products on the market.
Taking place at Messe Friedrichshafen, Interboot has been recognised as a trendsetter within the industry for decades. Located right by Lake Constance, the region is well-known for its beautiful landscape.
The 58th edition of Interboot offers visitors the chance to watch and join in on over 500 watersports events through the varied entertainment programme, while around 500 exhibitors will cover the whole spectrum of watersports. Visitors have endless trial possibilities for dinghies, daysailers, motor yachts, SUPs and wakeboards throughout the event.
The Interboot Marina also offers a huge watersports testing area for exhibitors, with over 100 berths for sailing boats and motor yachts. This year there will be two new areas that focus on sustainable watersports and environmental issues, including a number of electric-powered vehicles as well as alternative propulsion on and around the water.

The HAMBURG BOAT SHOW is a new fair with a host of innovations, a wide range of brands and many different activities for the water sports community. About 300 companies, associations and institutions will show their latest products, trends and developments ‘by boaters for boaters’. The event showcases all facets of water sports on over 30,000 square metres in three large halls. Whether beginner or pro, surfer, sailor or motorboat enthusiast: There is something for everybody at this fair.
The expertise at the trade fair is one thing – but the Hamburg Boat Show offers so much more than that: unique experiences and emotions. You will get plenty of opportunities to test new material, take part in workshops and contribute your experience. In spite of all the technical advances and innovation – in the end it is our shared passion for water sports that connect organisers, exhibitors and visitors to this event. Just sail on the wave of excitement carrying this new trade fair in the north of Germany, and become part of the community.

With more than 130 exhibitors, Salon nautique du Léman is the biggest boat and Watersport show in French-speaking Switzerland. The whole industry will be represented: yachting, cruising, racing, kayaking, surfing, rowing, diving, fishing…

Because of their specialization in motor boats and yachts for inland areas and water tourism in Europe’s largest inland water station, the Boot & Fun a name as one of the most competent events in this segment made. With their particular model and supplier diversity, this exhibition as a leading trade fair for sailing and motor boats for inland waters.
Spanning the entire value chain from watersports to leisure boating, BOOT & FUN BERLIN  2019 is the platform to unveil cutting-edge boat designs, marine technology and accessories. Not to mention have great fun exploring rising trends in the leisure sectors. The international exhibition arrives in Berlin, Germany at the end of November, you can expect to see upwards of 730 exhibitors and 40,000 visitors in total.
Why should you be registering for BOOT & FUN BERLIN  2019? In two words – product diversity. Your niche, whatever it may be, is represented. We’re talking about boat clothing, boating accessories, boats, canoes, diving equipment, inflatable boats, luxury yachts, sailing boats, motor boats, navigation equipment, wakeboards and water-skiing. Tap into high-ranking buyers and build a reputation with the right circles.

The ‘Boot’ in Düsseldorf is the world’s largest and most international indoor fair for boats and water sports. It takes place every year and is a pure public exhibition. At an exhibition area of 220,000 square meters the visitor will be informed about the services and products relating to water sports. In particular, innovations and trends are the focus of the show.
Participating and trying is the motto of this fair, the opportunity can be found in elaborately designed theme worlds, where the visitors are given the opportunity to test new products from various fields. These theme worlds are based on the priorities of the fair: sailing, motor boats, superyachts, boat equipment, diving, water tourism, trend sports, fishing and canoeing. The boat fair is the ideal place to plan your next vacation or to get ideas. Whether sailing in the large pool, paddling on the dedicated canoe trail or diving in the diving tower, here the visitors can try and enjoy almost everything around water. In addition, information sessions on topics such as underwater photography and innovative fishing techniques are garanteeing for an unforgettable visit.

The Boot Holland in Leeuwarden is one of the largest fairs for boats in the Benelux countries. Visitors can see and touch boats at the show and learn about all the relevant data. Many exhibitors use this well-known fair to exhibit their products for the first time in public. Visitors can find in depth and comprehensive information here about the latest developments, trends, products and services in various fields.
The Boot Holland will take place on 6 days from Friday, 07. February to Wednesday, 12. February 2020 in Leeuwarden.