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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.
Recoil as an outdoor alternative to video games from Goliath
When it comes to action-packed games, many parents first think of screens, controllers and long afternoons spent sitting down. The term ‘glorification of violence’ quickly comes to... Getting gamers away from the screen?
Sommerkind Lotti – Handmade dolls made from natural materials
At first glance, Summer Child Lotti looks like a classic cloth doll. But after just a few minutes of conversation, it becomes clear that this figure is based on a carefully thought... Summer Child Lotti cloth doll
Polar Smash skill game from HCM Kinzel
At first glance, little polar bears, penguins and a wobbly igloo look like a friendly scene from a toy world. But behind Polar Smash lies a game principle that goes far beyond mere... Polar Smash game of skill
Eco-friendly soft toys: natural materials instead of synthetic fibres
Amidst bright colours, comic-style designs and ever-changing characters, some plush toys appear surprisingly understated at first glance. Muted colours, calm shapes and a deliberat... Plush toys made from natural materials
Baby bottle with teat – the beer mug for children
What at first glance appears to be a loving joke turns out, on closer inspection, to be a well-thought-out product with a clear idea behind it. The baby bottle combines two very fa... Beer mug as a classic baby bottle
The Deep Nekton play figures: Mag Knight as a highlight – Simba
Simba has been one of the defining names in the toy industry for decades. The company stands for a wide range of products, including classic play ideas as well as products based on... The Deep – Nektons play figures
Model lorry – kit from Tamiya instead of finished product
Anyone standing in front of a detailed model lorry that resembles its larger counterpart down to the smallest component will quickly realise that this is not a toy in the tradition... Model lorry: kit instead of finished product
Railway in a suitcase – compact train layout from NOCH
For decades, railways have been one of the most enduring themes in toys and collectibles. Hardly any other hobby combines technology, design and nostalgia as consistently as model ... Model building, slowing down and everyday life
Mini Flip baby walker – convertible children's vehicle from Wishbone
Anyone visiting the Spielwarenmesse will see many familiar things: balance bikes, push cars, rockers. This makes a product that cannot be clearly assigned to one of these categorie... Baby walker as a convertible children's vehicle
Licensed costumes of superheroes from film and television
When you enter the stand, you are immediately transported into a familiar world of images. Hulk, Yoda, Batman and the characters from The Incredibles are examples of a range that f... Iconic superheroes as costumes
Children's products from changing bags to school bags
Children's products that are used every day have to meet different requirements than classic toys. The focus is on function, durability and a design that is accepted by children. T... Children's products suitable for everyday use
Kullerbü marble run play world: Car park wins ToyAward
A good toy can often be recognised by the fact that children not only discover a single function, but constantly find new ways to use it. The Kullerbü car park demonstrates precise... Ball track play world: Kullerbü car park
Creative play: play objects without a fixed function – Moluk
It's raining outside, but there's immediate movement at the exhibition stand. There are no classic play figures, no clear role models, no explanatory signs in front of the table. I... The principle of open play space
Children's vehicles: Robust Dino Explorer off-road vehicle
Children's vehicles have been a fixture in playgrounds, courtyards and gardens for decades. What has changed, however, is the technical complexity of these products. Electric drive... Children's vehicles with electric drive
Hybrid multicopter – copter with camera system from Walkera
Anyone walking through the trade fair and looking at the usual drone stands will quickly recognise a familiar pattern: compact multicopters, short flight times, a clear focus on le... Hybrid multicopter with generator drive
Schleich Horse Club riding stable play world - lots of play figures
A new chapter is beginning at Schleich. With the Horse Club, the company is introducing a product world that is not limited to a single playset or figure, but was conceived from th... Horse Farm Play World – Schleich Horse Club
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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