Applications are now open for the 2026 ILCA Senior European Championships & Open European Trophy to be held in Kastela, Croatia, from 15-22 May 2026.
The 2026 ILCA Senior European Championships & Open European Trophy is a restricted-entry allocation championship. Sailors wishing to enter must first complete an application form.
You can find all the information on the event website: https://2026-senior.eurilca-europeans.org/
The event is organised by JK Marina Kastela and EurILCA.
The ILCA Under 23 Senior European Titles Continue in 2026
Following the successful introduction in 2025, this year will mark the second edition of the Under 23 titles at the Europeans. The decision to offer a dedicated Under 23 competition in the Olympic classes (ILCA 7 and ILCA 6 Women), alongside the Senior titles, underscores the growing focus on the next generation of elite sailors, providing them with a unique platform to shine on the international stage.
As the event unfolds, the best young talents from across Europe will battle it out for these coveted titles, continuing to push the boundaries of skill and sportsmanship in the world of Olympic sailing.
Important Dates
- Application opening date: Mon 5th of January 2026
- Close of applications for initial allocation: Sun 15th of March 2026, 23:59 GMT
- Ranking of applications by National Associations: Mon 16th of March until Tue 3rd of March 2026, 0:00 GMT
- Late application opening date: Tue 3rd of March 2026
- Entry closing date: Thu 16th of April
Coach registration & team/coach/support boats
- All coach/support boats shall register here before Thu 30th of April 2026.
Keep smiling, keep sailing!
The EurILCA Team
