Öppet VarvThe boating world meets in Ellös

Michael Good

 · 19.08.2025

Öppet Varv: The boating world meets in EllösPhoto: Hallberg-Rassy / Öpped Varv
The Öppet Varv boat show will take place for the 32nd time in a row from Friday 22 to Sunday 24 August 2025 in Ellös on the Swedish island of Orust. With 124 registered boats from 9 to 69 feet hull length and numerous exhibitors, the event presents itself as the leading trade fair on Sweden's west coast.

The show takes place in the harbour of sailing yacht manufacturer Hallberg-Rassy in Ellös and opens its doors to the public again this year with a record attendance. A total of 124 motor and sailing boats will be on display, including many exciting new products. This represents an increase of over 50 per cent compared to last year's fair. In the shipyard of trade fair organiser Hallberg-Rassy, all of the brand's current models can also be viewed during the construction process. The opportunity to experience modern boatbuilding live is one of the special features of the trade fair on Orust.

The Öppet Varv (Open Yard) trade fair traditionally attracts visitors from all over the world and offers a comprehensive overview of the latest trends and developments in boatbuilding. In addition to the boats on display, numerous exhibitors present boat-related services and equipment. For bargain hunters, there are several large outlets with favourable offers on marine clothing and equipment.

The trade fair programme includes various activities for visitors of all ages and experience levels. Live music will provide entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings. A special salmon dinner is planned for Saturday, for which separate registration is required. Especially for sailing beginners and children, the RS Sailing brand offers test rides in dinghies under the guidance of instructors - even for people with no sailing experience. Various food trucks with a wide range of products will be on hand to cater for your physical well-being.

Opening hours

  • Friday, 22 August 10:00 - 18:00
  • Saturday, 23 August 10:00 - 18:00
  • Sunday, 24 August 10:00 - 16:00

Admission to the trade fair and parking in the trade fair's own car park are free of charge.

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All further information can be found at: www.oppetvarv.se/en

Michael Good

Michael Good

Editor Test & Technology

Michael Good is test editor at YACHT and is primarily responsible for new boats, their presentation and the production of test reports. Michael Good lives and works in Switzerland on the shores of Lake Constance. He has been sailing since childhood and, in addition to his professional activities, has also been an active regatta sailor for many years, currently mainly in the Finn Dinghy and Melges 24 classes. He is also co-owner of a 45 National Cruiser built in 1917. Michael Good has been working for the YACHT editorial team since January 2005 and has tested around 500 yachts, catamarans and dinghies in that time.

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