Competition

The EUSA European University Rowing Championship 2026 will bring together top university rowers from across Europe for an exciting and highly competitive event in Zagreb, Croatia. From August 25th to 30th, 2026, athletes will compete on the iconic Lake Jarun, known for its excellent rowing conditions and long tradition of hosting major regattas.

 

 

Find all the important information HERE → Linktree with all essential links: schedule and results, livestream, photo gallery, venue map, contact and General handbook.   Once you receive your accreditation in Zagreb, you will also be able to access this information anytime by scanning the QR code on the back of your accreditation card.

Key Dates

• August 25 – Arrivals and accreditations
• August 26 – Training sessions, General Technical Meeting, Opening Ceremony
• August 27 – Competition Day 1
• August 28 – Competition Day 2
• August 29 – Final Day & Closing Ceremony
• August 30 – Departures

 

Competition Format

The EUSA European University Rowing Championship 2026 will feature men’s, women’s, and mixed boat classes, following official EUSA and World Rowing competition rules.
The final race programme is currently awaiting official validation from the EUSA Office.

• Competition Schedule – official timetable of races (to be published here once available)

 

 

Proposed race categories: Men: LM1x, M1x, LM2x, M2x, LM2-, M2-, M4-, M4x, M8+   Women: LW1x, W1x, W2-, LW2x, W2x, W4-, W4x, W8+   Mixed: W/M 4x, W/M 8+ (Each mixed crew must consist of 50% men and 50% women from the same university.)

 

Please see the EUSA Rules and Regulations for the general terms and competition details.

 

Venue

All races will take place at Lake Jarun in Zagreb, a modern international-standard regatta course offering excellent racing conditions, a 2000 m competition lake with six lanes, and a long history of hosting major rowing events.

 

Location: Lake Jarun, Zagreb
Address: Aleja Matije Ljubeka bb, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

 

General Handbook

All teams are strongly encouraged to review the official General Handbook before arrival. It will be available soon and includes:

• Event overview

• Transportation & logistics

• Venue map

• Ceremonies

• Rules & regulations

• Sport-specific details

• List of participating universities

 

 

Participating Universities

• List of Participating Countries and Universities (PDF) – will be published here once available.

 

 

Follow the Championship

Results

EUSA Results System – live results, rankings and progression details will be available on the official EUSA Results System page once the event begins.

 

Livestream

All races will be livestreamed for free on the official EUSA Rowing YouTube channel, allowing supporters across Europe to follow the action in real time.

 

Photo Gallery A continuously updated gallery with professional event photos will be available for free media use with mandatory credit: PHOTO: EUSA Rowing 2026   Photo Gallery Link – click here to view photos

 

Event Highlights

Top-Level University Rowing: Elite crews from all over Europe competing for the EUSA title.

Outstanding Venue: Lake Jarun offers a world-class regatta setting with a strong rowing history.

Community & Spirit: The championship promotes fair play, unity and the unique culture of European university sport.

 

We look forward to welcoming all rowers, coaches, officials and fans to Zagreb for an unforgettable championship on the water!