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Interboot in Friedrichshafen is one of Europe's leading water sports trade fairs. Every year, it attracts tens of thousands of visitors who are interested in sailing, motorboating, paddling, surfing, diving, and maritime leisure activities. With its location on Lake Constance, its long-standing tradition, and its wide range of products, it uniquely combines a trade fair experience, a community meeting place, and an outdoor event. Manufacturers, dealers, and service providers from all over the world present their latest products on over 60,000 square meters of exhibition space—from luxury yachts to folding boats, from navigation electronics to dry suits, from trailer technology to outdoor accessories. Interboot manages to appeal to both passionate water sports enthusiasts and curious beginners.
The sailing and motorboat section is at the heart of the trade fair. International shipyards showcase their latest models, including daysailers, catamarans, planing boats, inflatable boats, and ocean cruisers. Visitors can not only inspect the boats, but also go directly on board, test the equipment, and engage in technical discussions. The field of electric mobility on the water is also growing steadily: electric boats, hybrid drives, and sustainable energy systems are strongly represented and provide an insight into the future of low-emission water sports.
What makes Interboot special is its experiential character. In the neighboring Interboot Harbor on the shores of Lake Constance, boats can be test driven, while surfboards, kayaks, and SUPs can be tried out in the test pool or on the water. Diving and taster courses, safety training, and driving technique courses make the trade fair a hands-on experience. Families and water sports novices in particular benefit from the wide range of hands-on activities on offer – here, it's not just about information, but about experience.
In addition to technology and equipment, Interboot attaches great importance to lifestyle topics. From functional clothing, sunglasses, and sailing fashion to maritime furnishings, barbecue equipment, camping equipment, and boat care, the exhibition area covers all aspects of life on and around the water. A special highlight is the Travel & Charter area, where providers of boat trips, sailing areas, houseboat vacations, and marinas present themselves – a source of inspiration for your next water sports vacation.
An extensive supporting program of lectures, seminars, and panel discussions offers expertise on topics such as boat purchasing, safety, navigation, route planning, and licensing regulations. Professionals report on Atlantic crossings, regattas, and technical upgrades, while experienced skippers share their knowledge in trip reports. Beginners receive assistance with questions about boat licenses, getting started in sailing, or buying their first boat. Anyone interested in other leisure, technology, or outdoor trade fairs in Friedrichshafen—from aviation to model making—will find a comprehensive overview of the trade fair offerings in the region at Messe Friedrichshafen.
A growing area within Interboot is dedicated to topics such as environmental responsibility, water protection, and sustainable materials. Alternatives to classic combustion engines, ecological cleaning products, solar solutions, and concepts for resource-saving boat building will be on display. Workshops on sustainable boat handling and responsible anchoring show how water sports can be combined with environmental awareness.
In addition to professional exchange, the trade fair is also a platform for the community: clubs, associations, regatta organizers, water sports schools, and bloggers meet in a relaxed atmosphere to network. In the evenings, the trade fair becomes a meeting place for social gatherings, music, and talks – the exchange continues even after the trade fair closes.
Friedrichshafen is the ideal location for an event of this kind. Its direct lakeside location, proximity to renowned water sports brands, trade fair infrastructure, and connection to leisure and vacation activities make Interboot a maritime highlight with an alpine backdrop.
Interboot combines technological innovation, maritime passion, and practical experience like no other trade fair. It is a showcase, workshop, meeting place, and stage all in one – for everyone who loves the water. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: www.interboot.de
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