With less than six weeks to go, aquanale 2025 - International Trade Fair for Sauna.Pool.Ambience. is shaping up for success. From 28 to 31 October 2025, Cologne will once again welcome the international pool and wellness community. The event is recognised as the key platform to discover the latest innovations and meet leading players in the pool, sauna, wellness and ambience industries.
Innovation, networking and international expertise in the spotlight
This year, aquanale will occupy Halls 7 and 8 at Koelnmesse, covering around 40,000 m². More than 280 companies from 36 countries have already registered, with 60% of exhibitors coming from abroad. Leading participation is expected from Germany, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Italy, the UK and many more. Market leaders including BWT, Fluidra, CF Group, Hayward, Renolit, T&A Group, Riviera Pool and numerous others will showcase their latest solutions.
Six theme worlds and a high-calibre congress programme
Visitors will discover a wide range of products and services across six clearly defined theme worlds, covering private and public pools, spas, wellness and sauna facilities. The International Swimming Pool and Wellness Forum (ISWF) will be the core of the professional programme, offering insights into energy efficiency, decarbonisation, digital solutions and future workforce strategies.
Belgium as partner country
Following Switzerland in 2023, Belgium will be the official partner country of aquanale 2025. Highlights include a joint pavilion with the bsw, a dedicated congress session on the Belgian pool market, and a festive Belgian evening celebrating the country's hospitality and expertise.
Sauna from Finland and special exhibitions
The Finnish Sauna Lounge will again be a signature feature, immersing visitors in authentic Finnish sauna culture with a multi-sensory experience. Other highlights include the Digital Waterpark exhibition by the European Waterpark Association, the Swimming in Atmosphere photo exhibition, and the Private Oasis boulevard dedicated to water.
Trade fair duo: aquanale and FSBHeld in parallel with FSB - the International Trade Fair for Public Space, Sports and Leisure Facilities, aquanale forms part of the international trade fair duo in Cologne under the motto #bettertogether. Together, the two events provide a comprehensive platform to explore the major trends shaping the future: urbanisation, health and sustainability.
