Videos and articles on leisure, travel and experiences
Leisure time is a space for exercise, socializing, and new experiences. Whether travel, outdoor activities, or cultural events, this section showcases ideas, products, and concepts that shape and develop leisure activities.
Ideas, trends and products for leisure activities, travel and outdoor living
GraviTrax by Ravensburger
There are a large number of marble runs, but they tend to be aimed at younger children - is it different with Ravensburger? Here is a marble run that looks quite challenging: Gravi... GraviTrax by Ravensburger
Fischertechnik: Modular system for technical understanding
Fischertechnik's trade fair appearance clearly shows why the company has held a special position in the field of technical toys for decades. Fischertechnik stands for a modular sys... A highlight for children who love technology
Self-balancing Scooter eball 360
The self-balancing scooter eball 360 represents a development process that goes far beyond cosmetic adjustments. Since the first prototypes, the concept has undergone significant t... Self-balancing scooter
Jazwares: Musical instruments for children and adults
Jazwares' presence at the toy fair stands out noticeably from the classic toy environment. Instead of figures, vehicles, or building sets, the focus here is on musical instruments ... A playful introduction to music
Désirée Nick - Interview in a cockroach costume
We wouldn't have expected to see Désirée Nick at the Spielwarenmesse 2017. But as a jungle queen and all-round luminary, she is of course just the right person to present the game ... Désirée Nick - Interview in a cockroach costume
Dash learning robot – learn programming through play
The Dash learning robot gives children intuitive access to the world of programming. Developed in Silicon Valley by former Google and Apple engineers, Dash is aimed at children age... Learn programming through play
Carrera RC: Remote-controlled vehicles, model aircraft, and drones
Carrera RC's appearance at the International Toy Fair shows how broad and diverse today's range of modern RC toys has become. The focus is not on individual effects or pure perform... Maximum fun: Remote-controlled vehicles
Carrera GO – Beginner's racetrack with pit stop and ghost car
Carrera GO has been the proven entry-level class for young racers for years. The track is aimed at children between the ages of five and twelve and combines easy handling with fast... Beginner's racetrack for children
Carrera First – Race track for children
For decades, Carrera has been synonymous with fast-paced fun on the racetrack. With Carrera First, the manufacturer now offers a system that is specifically tailored to the needs o... Racetrack for children
Carrera Digital 132 – Race track with technology, app, and action
Carrera Digital 132 brings the thrill of motorsport right into your living room – with true-to-life models, digital features, and numerous extensions. The system combines a classic... Racetrack with technology, app, and action
BRIO: Wooden trains, play worlds, and smart tech
BRIO's trade fair presentation impressively demonstrates how classic play ideas can be combined with modern concepts without losing their original character. BRIO has been synonymo... Classic play ideas with modern concepts
LEGO BOOST - build, program, play
Programmable toys are a clear trend this year. This is also a theme at LEGO and LEGO BOOST is a real hit. The set can be used to build figures such as Vernie the robot, a cat or a ... LEGO BOOST - build, program, play
Bobby Car Next with lights, comfort, and horn
The Bobby Car is one of the best-known toys in German-speaking countries. Generations of children have grown up with it, and even today the vehicle is still a fixture in many child... News about the classic Bobby Car
Liebherr crawler excavator Siku - authentic control
At Siku, which has been owner-managed for four generations, quality is important - and it shows. You can play life with the toys. The car parking garage or the building site in the... Liebherr crawler excavator Siku - authentic control
AMEWI: RC model building from beginner vehicles to high-end crawlers
AMEWI's trade fair presentation clearly shows how broad the spectrum of RC model building can be today. The range extends from compact, extremely durable beginner vehicles to heavy... RC model building: Beginners to high-end crawlers
Ravensburger GraviTrax PRO – Spielwarenmesse 2020
For decades, Ravensburger has been committed to designing games that are not only entertaining, but also well thought-out and durable. GraviTrax fits perfectly into this category –... Gravitrax Pro
Revell: Peppa Pig RC car, Spielwarenmesse 2020
Many people initially associate Revell with classic model kits, airplanes, tanks, or detailed RC vehicles. However, at the toy fair, it became clear that the company has long been ... Peppa Pig RC Car
Playmobil: Novelmore knight castle, Spielwarenmesse 2020
Knight's castles have been a core part of Playmobil for decades. With Novelmore, the company is revisiting this classic theme, but significantly expanding it with a more complex na... Fantasy Castle
Playmobil: EverDreamerz, Spielwarenmesse 2020
With EverDreamerz, Playmobil is expanding its range with a product line that is clearly aimed at children aged around seven and above and deliberately sets different priorities tha... Playmobil Collectibles
Playmobil: 123 Aqua, Spielwarenmesse 2020
With the Playmobil 1.2.3 line, the manufacturer is specifically targeting children aged between one and a half and four years old. The focus is not on classic role-playing with com... Playmobil 123
NOCH: as in original, Spielwarenmesse 2020
With its own claim of “just like the original,” NOCH has clearly positioned itself in model railway and diorama construction for decades. At the trade fair, it becomes clear that t... NOCH Model Landscaping
Märklin: 30 years retailer initiative, Spielwarenmesse 2020
To mark the 30th anniversary of the Märklin dealer initiative, Märklin has presented a special model that is deliberately not designed as a regular series locomotive. The anniversa... Märklin Special Edition
LGB Cogwheel Locomotive – Spielwarenmesse 2020
The LGB cogwheel locomotive presented here is based on an extraordinary historical prototype from Switzerland. Specifically, it is a locomotive from the Furka Mountain Railway, who... Furka Locomotive
Schleich: 85 years play figures, Spielwarenmesse 2020
Schleich celebrates its 85th anniversary in 2020. The anniversary provides an opportunity to showcase the company's development and put its history into context. At the trade fair ... 85 Years of Schleich
Hubelino: ball track, Spielwarenmesse 2020
Hubelino consistently positions its marble runs as an open construction system. The focus is not on a single track or a fixed set, but on the idea of sensibly expanding existing bu... Ball Track
Schleich: Wildlife with Tom & Ted, Spielwarenmesse 2020
Schleich is fundamentally expanding its Schleich Wildlife range, laying the foundation for a long-term theme world. Starting in January, a narrative journey around the globe will b... Wildlife Journey
Steiff: 140th anniversary, Spielwarenmesse 2020
Steiff is celebrating its 140th anniversary – an occasion that the traditional manufacturer is deliberately using to highlight its origins, development, and continuity of craftsman... 140 Years of Steiff
Hubelino: roof blocks, Spielwarenmesse 2020
With its new roof tiles, Hubelino is responding to something that has long been missing in free building: houses could be built, but they always remained without roofs. The red roo... Roof Bricks
Steiff: Hansel hemp teddy bear
For many people, Steiff is associated with one thing above all else: classic teddy bears, high-quality workmanship, and a long history that extends far beyond the toy market. This ... Hemp Teddy Hansel
Tipp-Kick: table soccer, Spielwarenmesse 2020
Tipp-Kick is one of the few brands in the toy industry that can openly say that it does not need any fundamental innovations. Almost a century after its introduction, the focus is ... Tipp-Kick: table soccer
Hansa Realistic Animals – Spielwarenmesse 2020
For decades, Hansa Creation has been synonymous with lifelike animal representations that go far beyond classic toys. At the current trade fair, the internationally active company ... Plush Animals
Goki: Knight castle ball track, Spielwarenmesse 2020
The Knight's Castle Ball Track from goki is one of those products where it quickly becomes clear why it has won an award. Winning the Toy Award not only recognizes a successful ind... Knight Marble Run
Outdoor experiences and exercise-oriented leisure activities
Whether hiking, cycling, or paddling—many leisure activities today focus on exercise in nature. Exhibits at the trade fair show how companies are developing innovative solutions for active recreation—from mobile courts to self-sufficient living units.
- Modular pickleball courts for temporary sports areas
- Solar-powered houseboats for nature-loving travel
- Camping solutions with intelligent room layout
- Mobile tiny houses for flexible outdoor stays
Travel and temporary living concepts reimagined
The desire for individual accommodation solutions is giving rise to new formats – such as mobile rooms or residential yachts that combine comfort with independence. The solutions presented show what travel beyond the classic hotel model can look like.
- Residential yachts with Jacuzzi, glass front, and smart home system
- Tiny Stay: fully equipped mobile rooms
- Mobile homes for permanent residence in accordance with German building regulations
Play, adventure, and the design of public spaces
Outdoor play equipment, parkour facilities, or nature-themed parks – all of these shape the design of public leisure facilities. Manufacturers are showing how play areas can become more creative, safer, and more attractive.
- Natural wooden play equipment with educational value
- Modular parkour facilities for urban exercise areas
- Inclusive play equipment for daycare centers and schoolyards
Sports equipment and technologies for new trend sports
Padel, pickleball, and similar sports are gaining popularity – both in leisure and club settings. New materials, tracking systems, and modular constructions support this development and make it easy to get started.
- Pickleball rackets with carbon core and soft grip
- Video analysis systems for amateurs and clubs
- Mobile equipment for temporary sports areas
Leisure in transition: sustainability, innovation, and new target groups
The leisure industry is increasingly focusing on ecological and social aspects. Resource conservation, inclusion, and innovative usage concepts are coming to the fore – from hybrid vehicles to floating living spaces.
- Hybrid solutions such as the Sealander: caravan and boat in one
- Sustainable playgrounds with CO₂-reduced materials
- Houseboats with reusable pontoon systems
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