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Photo tour before the start of boot Düsseldorf 2020 - Photo: © MD, ctillmann

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A first look into the halls of boot 2020 the day before the opening

One day before the official start of the 51st boot Düsseldorf the last preparations are in full swing! We have already taken a look inside the halls for you and show you some selected highlights!

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When the first boot of the forthcoming decade starts on 18. January with the sounding of the official bell – the acoustic signal that indicates watches in the seafaring community – an unprecedented presentation of the water sports world will begin. Anything is possible at the trade fair that guarantees a 360° water sports experience – from sailing, motorboating, surfing, diving and fishing to simply relaxing by the water or arranging the holiday you have always wanted to enjoy. In Central Europe and in January, when it is wet and cold outside. boot offers maximum maritime flair for everyone who loves the water.

Hall 4 - E-boat wins design prize
X Shore Eelex 8000 in Hall 4 / Foto: © MD, ctillmann
The Swedish X Shore shipyard has just been awarded the German Design Prize 2020 for outstanding product design for its Eelex 8000 - to be admired in Hall 4 during the new "Power Walk" through the world of motorboats.
Designpreis für die X Shore Eelex 8000

Hall 6 - Royal world premiere
Princess Y85 in the Superyacht Hall 6 / Photo: © MD, ctillmann
In its full beauty with gently curved lines and a distinguished interior, the English Rose Y85 shines in the prestigious Hall 6 at the stand of Princess Yachts from Plymouth, UK.
Princess Y85 - Stunning world premiere from England

Hall 8a - All facets of surfing on board
Full surf & kite program at the Beach World - Photo: ©
In addition to the highlight THE WAVE, there are more big brands at boot 2020 than in previous years - and young surfers who have just passed their license receive discounted tickets!
Station 3 - Boat in Porsche Design

Hall 12 - The new Dive Center
Excitement, fun and modern diving equipment in the Dive Center / Photo: © TCCC
Excitement, fun and state-of-the-art diving technology will be presented by the stars in the Dive Center of boot 2020 in hall 12. Freediver Tolga Taskin will present special Omer brand accessories on the topic "Try Apnea".
Apnoe & Mermaiding im Dive Center

Hall 13 - Cosy holiday fun on the houseboat
Booking a houseboat holiday at boot Düsseldorf / Photo: © MD, ctillmann
Away from hectic everyday life in the city and into the wonderful natural scenery, for example at the Müritz Lake District. Explore your holiday houseboat at boot - try out even the beds on board!
Holiday house boating - complete relaxation

Hall 14 - Classic highlights at boot
Classic Forum in Hall 14 at boot / Photo: © MD, ctillmann
The Classic Forum at boot in Hall 14 once again has real treasures to offer, such as the Rio "Espera Ta" from 1960 or the Boesch "Acapulco Sport 590". Real boating nostalgia!
Classic beauty at boot 2020

Hall 15 - Start Sailing & Sailing School
/ Foto: © TCCC
Sailing is simply fun and is the perfect water sport for young and old. Beginners learn their first tips and tricks at the boot Düsseldorf sailing school. "start sailing" provides all information for beginners.
Your way into sailing

Hall 17 - Flying dragon with flexibility
Hall 17 - Dragonfly 40 / Foto: © MD/CTillmann
With its retractable side hulls, the Dragonfly 40 trimaran is hardly wider than a comparable monohull when manoeuvring in harbour - pure sailing fun, with room for the whole family.
Multihull sailing at its best
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