Across 16 halls, the show drew the boating industry back to Düsseldorf for the first major European event of the year. Yachts for sale, production boats, tenders, equipment and watersports all shared the same vast indoor site, with more than 200,000 visitors expected across the nine days.
The 2026 edition also brought a strong crop of new model launches, with YachtBuyer at the show to review the boats, report on the debuts and put a £500,000 buying budget to the test.
If you're looking for swift tenders, sophisticated motor yachts, awe-inspiring gadgets, or majestic superyachts, Boot provided a comprehensive yachting experience, all conveniently housed under one roof.
Planning your next visit? See our boot Düsseldorf 2027 guide.
Yachts that attended Boot Düsseldorf 2026
As the year’s first major European boat show of the year, boot Düsseldorf is a popular platform for numerous global and European premieres from some of the industry's most renowned names. Regular exhibitors include esteemed brands like Sunseeker, Azimut, Fairline, and Ferretti Yachts.
Showcasing an impressive selection of production yachts and superyachts, visitors could compare luxurious superyachts and boats for sale side by side. From sleek high-performance sports boats to striking flybridge yachts, Boot Düsseldorf caters to every boating enthusiast’s taste.
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Boot Düsseldorf 2026: Opening Times
Dates for the boot Düsseldorf 2026 Boat Show scheduled for the 17 - 25 January.
Opening times were:
- Standard Visitor Hours: 10am - 6pm
- Business Visitor Hours: 9:30am - 7pm
Highlights of boot Düsseldorf
Boot Düsseldorf 2026 closed with just over 200,000 visitors from more than 110 countries and a steadier mood across the halls after a difficult year for much of the market. Exhibitors reported good conversations with serious buyers, while international and trade attendance remained strong.
There were plenty of important world firsts among the boats for sale too. The Bluegame BGX83 and Saxdor 460 GTC made their world debuts, while Sunseeker unveiled the Manhattan 56 and Ferretti Yachts presented the third-generation 720. YachtBuyer reviewed both the BGX83 and Saxdor 460 GTC at the show.
Away from the new models, boot Düsseldorf still covered the wider boating world, with watersports, equipment and marine technology spread across its 16 halls. The show also hosted its usual talks, demonstrations and awards, including the European Powerboat Awards.
For more on what happened at the show, read our boot Düsseldorf 2026 market report, see our full guide to boot Düsseldorf, or browse the latest new and used yachts for sale on YachtBuyer.
WATCH: Jack Haines' Boat Buying Challenge at boot Düsseldorf 2026
Jack took £500,000 to boot Düsseldorf to see what it would buy new, then tried the same budget on the used market at Essex Marina. The difference was striking: around 11m (36ft) new, or a lot more boat if you were prepared to go older. Read the full £500,000 new vs used yacht test.
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