Messe Offenbach, together with the Federal Association of the Shoe and Leather Goods Industry (HDS/L), has launched a new trade fair format dedicated to barefoot shoes.

The “Barefoot – European Shoe Fair” will take place in the halls of the Offenbach trade fair from July 31st to August 3rd, the trade fair organizer announced on Monday. Around 60 German and international exhibitors are expected at the first edition. These will present the latest barefoot shoe models for women, men and children.

On the first two days, the trade fair is aimed exclusively at trade visitors, while end consumers are also admitted on the remaining days.

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