Die Messe OutDoor by ISPO in München

Boundless nature meets innovation: The future of the outdoors

OutDoor by ISPO is one of the most important European platforms for the outdoor industry. Since moving from Friedrichshafen to Munich in 2019, it has been bringing together the international outdoor community every year in early summer: brand manufacturers, retailers, start-ups, technology providers, sustainability experts, and passionate outdoor enthusiasts. With several hundred exhibitors from around the world, innovative showcases, and an inspiring supporting program, the trade fair demonstrates how the industry is reinventing itself—sustainable, digital, connected, and open to new target groups. It combines classic product presentations with future-oriented topics such as climate protection, functional fashion, digitalization, and social change.

Messe.TV reports on OutDoor by ISPO

Market overview, material trends & brand diversity

The focus is on products for mountain sports, hiking, climbing, trail running, camping, water sports, and urban outdoor activities. On display are:

• functional clothing & shoes
• tents, backpacks, sleeping systems, cooking equipment
• technical innovations such as smart wearables
• Sustainable materials, recyclable fabrics, bio-based fibers
• Services and tools for retailers, retail tech, digital interfaces
• Brands such as Vaude, Salewa, Patagonia, Deuter, Ortovox, La Sportiva, Keen, and many more

If you are interested in other trade fairs in the region, you will find a comprehensive overview of the regional event portfolio at Munich Trade Fair.

Sustainability as an industry driver

The trade fair clearly positions itself as a pacesetter for a sustainable outdoor industry. The concept of the “Sustainable Innovation Hub” brings together initiatives, certificates, circular business models, and climate-friendly production. Companies showcase their progress in CO₂ reduction, repair services, durable design, and socially responsible supply chains. Key topics include:

• Circular economy and cradle-to-cradle concepts
• Fair working conditions in the supply chain
• Repair & rental models (second use)
• Climate-neutral material innovations

Innovation Labs & new target groups

The trade fair sees itself not only as an ordering platform, but also as a driver of innovation. In the Innovation Lab, start-ups, think tanks, and research institutes present forward-looking ideas—from textile recycling and digital fit analysis to community-oriented app platforms for outdoor experiences. Special attention is paid to target groups that expand the classic concept of outdoor activities: for example, young urban users, families, people with disabilities, and digital nomads.

Conferences & exchange formats

Keynotes, panels, and workshops offer guidance on retail trends, climate communication, social media, product development, urbanization, and the role of the outdoor sector in social change. Industry leaders, sustainability experts, athletes, and entrepreneurs openly discuss challenges and visions.

OutDays – the outdoor community in action

A special highlight are the OutDays, where brands present their products directly on the grounds or in the city—with test opportunities, tours, hands-on activities, and open events. Munich and the surrounding Alpine regions become a natural extension of the exhibition grounds.

OutDoor by ISPO – an industry on the move

OutDoor by ISPO in Munich brings together everything that defines today's outdoor world: technology and emotion, a thirst for adventure and a sense of responsibility, community and innovation. It is a platform for business, encounters, and social discourse—and a strong signal that the outdoors is much more than just a leisure trend: it is an attitude toward life and the world. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: www.theoutdoor.show