Open Boatyard Ellös

Open Yard Ellös is Scandinavia's largest sailboat show and West Sweden's premier in-water boat exhibition, held annually at the iconic Hallberg-Rassy boatyard on Sweden's west coast. The show features around 127 vessels across all categories: new sailboats and motorboats from leading manufacturers, pre-owned yachts for sale by professional brokers, classic boats, and 21 yachts actively under construction in the working boatyard. Its defining attraction is the rare opportunity to witness professional yacht building in progress, an experience unmatched by other European boat shows. The event draws both serious buyers and enthusiastic sailors from across Scandinavia and beyond, offering extensive yacht equipment vendors, premium used boat options, and bargain outlets throughout the grounds. Industry professionals—builders, dealers, brokers, and equipment suppliers—converge here annually. Praised by international boating magazines as "Europe's most charming boat show," Open Yard combines the technical heritage of its working boatyard setting with the curated selection of a major international exhibition.