We love water: New at boot 2025!

All the latest news from the world’s largest yacht and water sports fair at a glance

New look, new slogan, new activities. From January 18 to 26, 2025, the water sports community will gather in Düsseldorf for the 56th edition of boot. "We love water" means 16 halls packed with boats, yachts, boards, diving equipment, stages, shows, interactive activities, and booths from various travel destinations.

Tons of benefits for water sports fans

The experience is sweetened with plenty of new benefits for boot visitors. From ticket promotions and free coat checks to the unveiling of the new surf sports hall, we’ve got a complete overview of all the special offers at boot 2025.

To the boot ticket shop

Free ticket
for first-time boating license holders

Anyone who obtains the German boating license between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024, can reserve a free ticket in the ticket shop.

More information in German

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Admission is free
for children under 13 years old.

Visiting boot is even more attractive for families: Children under 13 years old receive free admission to boot.

To the ticketshop

boot.club ticket promotion: 2 days
for the price of 1

All boot.club members can now enjoy double the boot experience! Simply select the 2-day boot.club ticket in the ticket shop and pay for just one day! Become a member now!

To the boot.club

New surf sports hall

The surf sports hall 17 will have a completely new look at boot 2025. Meet the surf scene, experience contests, and enjoy daily wakeboard shows. The best part: You can test everything for free in the large water pool!

To the themed area Surf Sports

Surf Festival Camp

For those who want to keep celebrating or simply chill with like-minded people after the fair, boot 2025 will feature its first-ever after hour. Plus, campers can stay overnight for just €25 per night.

More information

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Free coat check

Especially during the cold season, checking in coats and jackets is very welcome. At boot 2025, all visitors will have the opportunity to leave their winter clothing free of charge at the coat check stations at Messe Düsseldorf (North Entrance, North-East Entrance, East Entrance, and South Entrance).

Daily Happy Hour from 06:00-07:00 pm

All drinks are half price from 6 - 7 pm on all days (except 26.01.) in the Boating Plaza in Hall 3, the Sailing Plaza in Hall 15, the Surfsport Hall 17 and the Destination Seaside in Hall 13.