This book presents a selection of peer-reviewed papers from the 16th European Robotics Forum (ERF) of euRobotics, the European Robotics Association, held in Stuttgart, Germany, from March 25-27, 2025. ERF is Europe's leading event for robotics and AI, bringing together researchers, industry experts, and policymakers to discuss advancements and strategic priorities in the field. The book includes 49 high-quality papers, chosen through a rigorous review process from 100 submissions. Contributions are organized into two main areas: • Robotics-Covering topics such as mechatronics, kinematics, dynamics, and safety. These papers highlight key developments in traditional robotics domains. • AI for robotics-Focusing on machine learning, foundation models, computer vision, and hybrid. AI approaches. This section explores the integration of AI into robotic systems. Providing insights into the latest research and technological advancements, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and professionals working at the intersection of robotics and AI.