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

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



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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



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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


Geomag Building Blocks – Spielwarenmesse 2020

At the Geomag booth, it quickly becomes clear that this is not just about toys, but a well-thought-out overall concept. The focus is on magnetic building blocks that can be used to... Magnetic Blocks


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
The focus is often not on competition, but on experience, recreation, and environmental awareness. Messe.TV accompanies these developments with reports on products and concepts that are redefining modern leisure.

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
These types of living spaces are not only suitable for vacations, but also for events or temporary solutions in urban areas. They combine design, functionality, and technical self-sufficiency – a growing field within leisure activities.

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
These systems not only appeal to children, but also promote intergenerational use. They are often the result of close cooperation between local authorities, landscape architects, and educators – an exciting topic at trade fairs.

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
The combination of technology and sport is particularly striking: sensors, apps, and smart net elements help to measure performance and share content – aspects that are also becoming increasingly relevant for leisure providers.

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
These approaches show that leisure activities are more than just entertainment. They reflect social developments, create new spaces for experiences, and appeal to target groups who want to combine functionality, meaningfulness, and experience.