Vanlife
Get in, drive off, see where it takes you: The vanlife movement has really picked up speed in recent years and has long since arrived at the ABF. The "Vanlife" theme world brings the boundless feeling of freedom directly into the exhibition hall! Whether artfully converted panel vans and new van models or modules and equipment for DIY conversions - every vanlife dream comes true here. Exhibitors such as MegaMobil, Salty Blue Camper, Riegel Adventure and Vanderer will be there.
Impressions
Review of the ABF 2024
Large Variety of Brands
The ABF presents a wide range of vans and panel vans with a wide variety of equipment from well-known dealers and manufacturers. Get advice from the exhibitors, get your individual offer and find your personal dream model.
The following brands, among others, will be there: MegaMobil, Salty Blue Camper, Riegel Adventure, Vanderer, VAN-Jorn, VW and much more.
Vanlife-Stage
On the Vanlife stage, there will be daily lectures, talks and workshops on various vanlife topics, such as self-builds. Experts such as the bus tinkerers give tips and advice on what to consider when planning, converting or travelling.
The programme includes topics such as "The parking heater - maintenance and care", "DIY camper van - self-sufficient - suitable for families" or "How to start Vanlife - tips for starting full-time vanlife".
Visitors will also get an insight into converted vans during room tours. They can also look forward to travel reports from the Vanlife community and get inspiration for their own travel plans.
Free Vanlife-Workshops
A highlight is once again the opportunity to take part in special one-hour workshops - free of charge and without advance registration. Here, beginners will receive important information and tools for self-assembly.
Topics for the workshops are
Vanlife community meeting on February 2 at the ABF
The ABF invites you to the Vanlife Community Meeting on Friday, February 2. All vanlifers who would like to visit the Hanover exhibition grounds with their van and exchange ideas and network with like-minded people in a relaxed atmosphere are invited. The vans can be parked in the outdoor area.
You can visit the trade fair during the day, and towards the late afternoon there will be a get-together with cool drinks and music at the beach bar (program ends at 9 pm). Catering will be provided by the Holsteiner Cook & Catering food truck with delicacies such as pulled pork and falafel. Afterwards, the vanlifers can spend the night on the open-air site.
How many: 50 vans / 2 persons per van
"Mission To Marsh" Special Guest beim Vanlife-Communitytreffen
Anni and Kornelsen will be guests at the Vanlife community meeting at the ABF on 2 February 2024 and will talk about their "Mission To Marsh".
Vanlife-Camp
Nine individually and self-converted vans from different brands are presented at the Vanlife Camp. The vehicle doors will be open and the "customizers" will be on hand to offer tips and tricks. This is where the community meets to talk shop and beginners will find a wide range of specialist expertise in all areas of self-conversion.
You can look forward to these vanlifers
Review ABF 2024
Meeting point for surfers and stand up paddlers
Get on the water! A large stand-up paddling pool awaits you in the Vanlife area: try out this trendy sport on site and get advice from the experts. There is also a large selection of surfing equipment at Surfer's Paradise. And if you want to take a break in between and enjoy a real beach feeling, the beach bar is the place to be.
Impressions Vanlife 2024
These exhibitors were there
Caravaning & Camping
Bike & Mobility
Travel & Vacation
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