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Expovina

Weinschiffe

31.10. - 14.11. 2024
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ZÜRCHER WEINSCHIFFE

The 69th Expovina Autumn - Wine Fair on the Lake Zurich Fleet.

Welcome aboard the Expovina wine ships, the floating wine paradise on the Lake Zurich fleet at Bürkliplatz! This unique event has been attracting wine lovers from all over the world since the 1950s.
Expovina is a wine fair with around 160 stands where around 4000 different wines can be tasted and ordered. A varied supporting program with master classes for beginners and experts, a rich food offer as well as events on the club ship and the Swan Tasting Bar ensure an unforgettable wine experience.

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AGENDA & OPENING HOURS

Duration: 31.10. - 14.11.2024

Wine exhibition:
Mon-Sat: 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday: 12.00 to 7 p.m.

Last day 14.11.: until 20.00 p.m.

Gastronomy boats:
Mon-Sat: 12.00 to 24.00 hrs
Sunday: 12.00 to 10 p.m.

Pierfood
Mon-Sat: 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 12.00 to 7 p.m.

Klubschiff events & Tavolata on the LS Stäfa / Masterclasses on the MS Säntis
according to the information on the ticket

Ticket information

Tickets for Expovina are available online on this page, from our ticket partner Ticketino or from your favorite wine merchant. Advance sales start at the end of July.

Tickets are also available directly at the box office, but due to limited capacity, we recommend purchasing online for faster entry.

Guests who have reserved a lunch at Panta Rhei between 12:00 and 14:00 will be granted a 50% discount on the price of a day ticket.

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Quick access to masterclasses & tickets

Masterclasses & Events

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Reservations Fondue boat Panta Rhei

Fondueschiff reservieren

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Reservations Ristorante "Amora" Panta Rhei Sundeck

Ristorante Amora reservieren

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List of exhibitors 2023 and ship plan

Aussteller Verzeichnis
TRADE SHOW INFO

LAYOUT PLAN SHIPS - 2024

Information on the location of the individual wine merchants and producers can also be found in the trade fair catalog, on this website, on the trade fair web app or at the respective information pillars on site.

 

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Exhibition Catalogue

Explore the new Expovina Wine Ship Catalogue online or in printed form on-site. Organise your visit with this helpful reference guide and discover the new Best-of-Wines Wine Journey of the Expovina Wine Trophy on page 253.

 

Services & Info

WINE SHIP - OFFER

What you can expect at the trade fair - this page is constantly being updated.

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    2024 - THE 2024 WINE FAIR

    This year we are expanding Expovina 2024 to improve your tasting and shopping experience. Highlights include the Schwan ferry with the Swan Tasting Bar, the optimized location of the Linth, Limmat and Säntis exhibition ships in the sheltered harbour and the new VIP jetty with club ship and master class ship for your events. The Panta Rhei restaurant ship, an eye-catcher in the harbor, is now located on the outside right. We are also expanding the wine worlds of the larger merchants and producers. You can find your favorite wine merchants in the constantly updated list of exhibitors.

    Experience the latest trends and 4000 exclusive wine products at Expovina 24. Catalogues are available free of charge at the cash desk or can be downloaded online.

     

     

     

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    2024 - MASTERCLASSES & EVENTS

    The Expovina on board the Masterclass ship (MS Säntis) offers wine lovers and novices a unique opportunity. In addition to the impressive wine exhibition, exclusive wine masterclasses and special events enhance the program, allowing visitors to delve deeper into the world of wine. It is the perfect combination of learning, tasting and enjoying in an incomparable maritime atmosphere.

     

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    2024 - SWAN TASTING BAR - GUEST REGIONS - SPECIAL EVENTS

    This year we are presenting trends on the Schwan ferry with the longest tasting wine bar on Lake Zurich. Several regions and retailers offer exclusive wine products and non-alcoholic wines at the Swan Tasting Bar. Find out more on the Swan Tasting Bar page.

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    2024 - WINE POP-UPS

    We are continuing our popular wine pop-up stands this year. On various ships, you will find wine start-ups and established retailers with product highlights at pop-up stands. Find out in advance about the weekly changing pop-ups.

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    2024 - KLUBSCHIFF / VIP EVENTS

    The club ship offers an exclusive VIP area and corporate events and allows you to take part in specially organized events.
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    2024 - WINNER WINE TROPHY

    Discover exclusive crus from the Expovina Wine Trophy on the wine ships now!

    A wine journey in a class of its own awaits you on our wine ships. Here we proudly present a selection of the most outstanding wine crus that shone in this year's Expovina Wine Trophy. Experience the taste of top quality and be enchanted by the best of the best.

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    2024 - GASTRONOMY ON BOARD THE PANTA RHEI

    New culinary experiences on board the Panta Rhei! This year we are presenting two exclusive gastronomic offers. On our popular fondue boat PANTA Rhei you can choose between the traditional fondue and the classic entrecôte "Café de Paris" with fries allumettes.

    Wein- & Speisekarte Fondue Schiff

     Ristorante Amora

    Book by phone:

    +41 78 261-1878 (from 31.10.)


    We are also delighted to open the "Ristorante Amora" on the sun deck of the Panta Rhei - a must for fans of Italian cuisine. Book online now!

    New at our chalets on the jetty: enjoy authentic Vaudois raclette!

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    2024 - PIER FOOD

    Pier Food stands for a first-class food experience right on the pier. From 2 p.m. to midnight, selected food trucks invite you to discover the world of high-quality street food. Our offer ranges from international delicacies to local favorites such as the traditional Expovina Chäschüechli. Raclette and selected specialties from the host region round off our culinary offering and provide something for every taste

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    2024 - TRADE FAIR APP

    For lovers of digital trade fair guides, we recommend the wine search database this year. It allows you to search for wine types, retailers and many other criteria. The wine search will be launched in October.

Partners & Sponsors

PARTNER - WEINSCHIFFE 2024

Herzlichen Dank - Thank you - Merci - Grazie

Competition*

A PIECE OF EXPOVINA FLAIR STRAIGHT TO YOUR HOME

Electrolux as exclusive partner at this year's trade fair!

We are delighted to welcome Electrolux as our exclusive partner again this year. Discover the innovative wine cabinets from Electrolux, which will be spread across the entire exhibition grounds. A special highlight: you can experience the latest models up close at our pop-up stands.

But that's not all! Scan the QR code directly at the wine cabinet and get the chance to win one of these fine wine cabinets. *

*Competition - The terms and conditions of the sponsor apply

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Facts & Figures - Highlights

Expovina wine ships 2024

The 69th edition of the Expovina wine exhibition

At Bürkliplatz
Zurich

4000 wines

160 exhibitors

Fondue- Pasta-Sundeck

Pier Food

Club boat Masterclasses

32 Masterclasses

5 guest regions

10 ships

1 ferry

IMPRESSIONS OF THE WINE SHIPS

50,000 visitors | 160 exhibitors | 300 specialists from the Swiss wine industry | 4000 wines from 20 nations | Club Ship VIP & Masterclasses, Media Corners with Falstaff & Vinum; Pierfood, Fondue Ship, Pasta Sundeck.
220 Exhibitor
4500 Wines
20 Countries
60000 Visitors

TRADE FAIR LOCATION

Bürkliplatz, Tram Bürkliplatz, 8001 Zurich

public transport to Bürkliplatz

Parking spaces around Bürkliplatz

New: Visit the Expovina wine ships in comfort with the scheduled boat – until 5 p.m. directly to the Bürkliplatz boat station!

Barrier-free access to the trade fair is partially possible (parking spaces/entrance next to the Bürkliplatz ticket booth).

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HOW TO GET THERE - FAQ

Barrier-free access to the trade fair

Parking lot & WC to the right of the ZSG ticket office at Bürkliplatz. Guarded & marked access to the left.

On the ships, a lift is only available on the Panta Rhei. The ferry "Schwan" is wheelchair accessible.

Free admission for wheelchair companion.

Assistance dogs are allowed.

Dogs on board
  • With the exception of assistance dogs, no dogs are permitted at the fair
Wardrobe
  • Large bags / rucksacks must be handed in at the checkroom
  • Handbags in A4 format are permitted
  • The checkroom is located at the ticket office main entrance
Redeeming vouchers
  • Vouchers can be redeemed at the ticket office. We recommend redeeming the tickets online.
Masterclass Vouchers
  • Masterclass vouchers must be redeemed in the club ship & you will receive your free entry there.
Early bird tickets - admission until 1500h
  • "Early bird" tickets entitle the holder to enter before 3 pm. The subsequent length of stay is not limited.
Lunch admission to the Restaurant Schiff Panta Rhei (FONDUE SCHIFF) Guests who have reserved a lunch in the Panta Rhei between 12:00 and 14:00 are granted a 50% discount on the price of a day ticket.
ZSG boat station Bürkliplatz during the Expovina

During the Expovina, the scheduled boats dock at the Bellevue boat station.

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How to get there

Accommodation with Discount

In cooperation with Hotel Locke, we offer you an exclusive discount for your stay. Simply enter the code EXP99 when booking to benefit from a reduced room rate. The hotel is only a 12-minute walk away and provides ideal comfort for visitors to our wine fair. For more information on the hotel and booking, please visit the website.