Klassikwelt Bodensee Friedrichshafen – The trade fair for classic mobility and automotive passion

Classic cars, technological highlights, and rarities

The exhibition halls are filled to the brim with vehicles that have made history: elegant sedans from the 1950s, sporty coupés from the 1970s, everyday cars from the 1980s, cult motorcycles, and rare commercial vehicles. Brand clubs, museums, private collectors, and specialist dealers showcase special exhibits – many of them with fascinating histories. Manufacturers of spare parts, workshops, restoration companies, accessory suppliers, and paint experts round off the offering. Anyone looking for original parts, special tools, or expert advice is guaranteed to find what they are looking for here.

Classic car market & parts exchange – a treasure hunt for mechanics

One highlight is the large classic car market with vehicle sales and a parts exchange. Here, visitors can trade, talk shop, discover, and find everything from rare hubcaps to complete engine blocks. For many fans, this area is the heart of Klassikwelt, as hardly any other trade fair offers such a wide selection of original parts and accessories.

Live demonstrations, engine sounds, and show drives

What makes Klassikwelt Bodensee unique is its high experiential value: vehicles are not just on display, they are driven, moved, and experienced. There are daily live demonstrations, driving shows, and presentations on the outdoor grounds and in the show arena. Motorcycles do their laps, historic racing cars show what they are capable of, and visitors experience the fascination of “classic cars in action” up close. A special highlight: the “Engine Gallery,” where historic engines are put into operation—an experience for the ears, eyes, and heart.

Aviation & Boats—Technical History in the Third Dimension

Friedrichshafen is also a center of aviation history—and this is reflected in the trade fair. Historic aircraft and aircraft engines complement the offerings at Klassikwelt Bodensee. Classic aircraft, whether propeller planes or biplanes, are presented and some are also shown in action. The water side is not neglected either: vintage boats, historic outboard motors, and maritime accessories show how diverse classic mobility can be.

Themed islands & special shows with depth

Special exhibition areas are dedicated to annually changing themes – such as “Women in Motorsport,” “Italian Classics,” “Pre-war Vehicles,” or “Eastern Bloc Legends.” Clubs and museums organize lovingly researched special shows with a high informational value. Beginners receive advice on buying classic cars, registration, insurance, value appraisals, and maintenance. Sustainability in classic car operation is also increasingly becoming a topic of discussion – for example, through synthetic fuels or CO₂-compensated driving. Would you like to find out more about other leisure, technology, or enthusiast trade fairs in Friedrichshafen? At Messe Friedrichshafen, you will find a comprehensive overview of regional events.

Culture meets technology – Klassikwelt as a meeting place for the scene

Klassikwelt Bodensee is not only a trade fair, but also a social event. Brand clubs organize meetings, enthusiasts exchange ideas, and dealers network. Personal contact, shop talk on an equal footing, and a shared passion for historic mobility make the event something special. For families, the trade fair offers a program with hands-on activities, a children's course, and photo spots – so that even the youngest visitors can learn about the history of technology in a playful way.

Friedrichshafen – The perfect setting for automotive passion

With its proximity to the Zeppelin Museum, the Dornier exhibition, and the Lake Constance region, Messe Friedrichshafen offers ideal conditions for an event such as Klassikwelt Bodensee. The combination of the trade fair experience and tourist attractions makes a visit particularly attractive – many guests combine their visit to the trade fair with a short vacation in the region.

Klassikwelt Bodensee – Technology with history and heart

Klassikwelt Bodensee is more than just a classic car show: it is a place where enthusiasm for technology comes to life, a showcase for automotive and aviation history, and a meeting place for generations. Anyone who is enthusiastic about classic vehicles – whether out of passion, a desire to collect, or curiosity – will find inspiration, expertise, and like-minded people here. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: www.klassikwelt-bodensee.de