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

The knights of Novelmore are facing great adventures. We visited Playmobil at the toy fair to see what the knights' castles have to offer. Knight's castles are a Playmobil traditio... Playmobil: Novelmore knight castle


Playmobil: EverDreamerz, Spielwarenmesse 2020

Best friends who enter dream worlds - that's Playmobil EverDreamerz. We were shown the latest highlights at the Playmobil stand. The EverDreamerz are thematically aimed at girls ag... Playmobil: EverDreamerz




Playmobil: 123 Aqua, Spielwarenmesse 2020

With 123 Aqua, Playmobil won the ToyAward at this year's toy fair in Nuremberg. Here, children can learn at different levels. Kerstin Rauscher explains how it works. Today we are n... Playmobil: 123 Aqua


NOCH: as in original, Spielwarenmesse 2020

Noch...as in the original is the program of the specialist for model landscaping. The aim is to recreate things that exist in large scale as authentically as possible in small. NOCH: as in original


Märklin: 30 years retailer initiative, Spielwarenmesse 2020

Märklin celebrates 30 years of retailer initiative. This means that from spring 2020, you will be able to purchase a very special version of the Vectron train exclusively from sele... Märklin: 30 years retailer initiative


LGB Cogwheel Locomotive – Spielwarenmesse 2020

At LGB we see a locomotive that looks historic, but somehow also a little weird. It is a cogwheel locomotive from Switzerland - the Furka mountain line, which has a very eventful h... LGB: cogwheel locomotive Furka mountain line



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Schleich: 85 years play figures, Spielwarenmesse 2020

Schleich is celebrating an anniversary: 85 years. At its stand at the toy fair, Schleich will be showing the evolution of the Schleich animal figure using the example of a lion toy... Schleich: 85 years play figures


Hubelino: ball track, Spielwarenmesse 2020

The Hubelino marble run is popular with children. The really good thing about it is that the marble run elements are also compatible with other building blocks such as Lego. Hubelino: ball track


Schleich: Wildlife with Tom & Ted, Spielwarenmesse 2020

This year at Schleich, Tom & Ted are going on a journey around the world. The wildlife game world starts in Africa and is gradually expanded with the adventures of the two. Messe.T... Schleich: Wildlife with Tom & Ted


Steiff: 140th anniversary, Spielwarenmesse 2020

140 years of Steiff - that's quite a house number. It all began 140 years ago with a little elephant - the Elefantle. Messe.TV talks to Simone Pürckhauer about it. Steiff is celebr... Steiff: 140th anniversary



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Hubelino: roof blocks, Spielwarenmesse 2020

Hubelino is now putting a roof on it. Excuse me? Yes, because building blocks previously had no modular roof systems. Now there is a roof for building bricks that is also compatibl... Hubelino: roof blocks


Steiff: Hansel hemp teddy bear

With Hansel, Steiff is also focusing on sustainability at the International Toy Fair. Hansel the teddy bear is made of hemp with pineapple leather heels. Much more environmentally ... Steiff: Hansel hemp


Tipp-Kick: table soccer, Spielwarenmesse 2020

Tipp-Kick at the Spielwarenmesse. What's new? Nothing. Excuse me? Yes, actually. The table soccer classic is still very popular and no changes are necessary. On the contrary - fans... Tipp-Kick: table soccer


Hansa Realistic Animals – Spielwarenmesse 2020

What you love, you protect. With this beautiful thought in mind, Hansa Creation produces realistic soft toys. We talk to Hans J. Axthelm and show some cuddly toys. Hansa Creation: realistic stuffed animals




Goki: Knight castle ball track, Spielwarenmesse 2020

The knight's castle marble run from Goki won the Toyaward at the Spielwarenmesse 2020. Why did it win? We talk to Thorsten Koss from Gollnest & Kiesel about it and let him show us ... Goki: Knight castle ball track


Geomag Building Blocks – Spielwarenmesse 2020

GEOMAG has building blocks that are magnetic. This is fun and you can build great things with them - but the special thing is that they are made from recycled plastic: The building... GEOMAG: Magnetic recycling building 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.