How We Got to Boot 2026
Another post focused on boats already. This story concentrates more on the journey than the displays.
This is true unless you study the photographs.
Boot Düsseldorf is the iconic marine show where manufacturers launch boats, dive equipment, sailing yachts, ribs, superyachts, and marine toys.
It had been on our list for years, and this time the diary finally aligned, so we went.
Travel and Stopover
Flying Exeter to Amsterdam with KLM cost more than easy Jet from Bristol but was far more convenient and comfortable.
KLM offered great flight times, generous baggage allowance, and complimentary drinks and cheese sandwiches.
Parking at the Grange Hotel meant a front-door drop-off, avoiding a long walk from remote car parks.
An overnight stay in Amsterdam ensured a relaxed evening and an early, stress-free start.
The hotel was clean, affordable, kettle-free, and fifteen minutes from the station.
Tourist tax was payable by card at reception, despite rooms being prepaid.
Coffin-style accommodation tempted us briefly but was fully booked.
Boot Düsseldorf Experience
The intercity train quickly took us to Düsseldorf, followed by a short tram ride to the Boot 2026 exhibition station.
Our first stop was the Highfield stand to see the newly launched ADV9.
The ADV9 builds on the ADV7 and is Highfield’s first cabin boat.
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