Boot 2023 final countdown: complete your yachting package under one roof

Just one week to go until the 2023 Boot Dusseldorf event opens its doors after two long years of waiting and YachtBuyer has a whistlestop tour of where to find all your yachting essentials.

The first major yacht show of 2023, Boot Dusseldorf will run from 21-29 January and is the biggest indoor boat show in the world and it has everything you need to complete an outstanding yachting lifestyle package. 

Featuring 17 halls, Messe Dusseldorf has every niche of the nautical lifestyle covered in an easy-to-follow layout with every zone clearly marked, and an abundance of exhibitors ready to share their knowledge with you at every corner.

As the major event before the summer Mediterranean yachting season begins, this show is the ideal place to make sure you have all the up-to-date gadgets and merchandise. 

To make your visit to the show easier, here's the YachtBuyer breakdown on where to compile the best motor yacht package for the summer.

Yachts For Sale

Yacht display at Boot Dusseldorf, many visitors walking around yachts on blue carpet.

Finding your ideal yacht is much easier when you can take a close up look in person. Getting a look and feel of the yachts gives you the best idea of which model meets all your requirements and gives you the best performance for your money.

Halls 1-7 are laden with motor yachts from shipbuilders based all around the world. Whether you're looking for an exceptional entry-level yacht to get started or you want to upgrade to something really spectacular, Boot Dusseldorf has got it covered.

Some regular names known to attend Boot include Sunseeker, Princess, Azimut, Prestige and Bavaria.

  • Hall 1 - Motor yachts
  • Hall 3 - Motor boats up to 10m, power boats (Power World) and outboards
  • Hall 4 - Motor yachts
  • Hall 6 - Superyachts
  • Hall 7a - Superyacht Show

Speedy Tenders & Toys

Watersports demonstration at Boot Dusseldorf, one surfer leaning into wave.

You've found an exceptional yacht, now it's time to fill out the rest of the package. 

Tenders and toys bring all the elements of a yachting experience together. They allow guests to make the most of every destination in a fun and action-packed way.

Boot Dusseldorf has multiple zones dedicated to life in the great outdoors plus a host of activities, demonstrations and talks from leading industry professionals. 

The watersports halls in particular are a great place to find new hobbies and equipment to add to any pre-existing collection.

  • Hall 5 - Superboats, luxury tenders, chase boats and luxury toys
  • Hall 9 - Inflatable boats, RIBs, dinghies, jet skies and 'fun products'
  • Hall 12 - Diving equipment, destinations and Dive Centre
  • Hall 14 - Paddling and canoeing
  • Hall 17 - Surfsports including – Wind-surfing, kite surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, wakeboarding, wing surfing, wing foiling, surfing and skimboarding 

Gadgets, Accessories and Essentials

Overview of Boot Dusseldorf exhibits in the Love Your Ocean area.

Having the latest and most innovative gadgets will take any yachting voyage to the next level. Gearing up at Boot Dusseldorf is easy and stress-free with exhibitors from all factions attending, plus abundant opportunities to learn new tricks of the trade at one of the talks or sessions throughout the exhibits.

From watersports attire to engines and boat instruments, these halls will complete your curated yachting package.

  • Hall 10 - Engines, technical accessories, marina fittings and fixtures, boat equipment and accessories, boat instruments, watersports clothing, maritime publications, service providers and new for 2023 - the Blue Innovation Dock for sustainability
  • Hall 11 - Equipment and accessories, watersports accessories and the Refit Centre.

To find out more about the show, read our guide to Boot Dusseldorf, or start searching for your next yacht by viewing our complete listing of all yachts for sale.