Following the conclusion of the bidding process and the official presentation of the candidature, the European Universities Games 2026 have been attributed to Salerno on April 22, 2022, on the occasion of the EUSA Executive Committee meeting in Salerno.

The bidding and awarding ceremony was held at the Aula Magna of the University of Salerno, in the presence of the highest local and university authorities, EUSA Executive Committee members, invited guests and students.

The European Universities Games will take place in Salerno, Italy, between July 18 and August 1, 2026. Salerno will become the beating heart of European university sports for these exciting days of the summer. 

The registrations can be submitted by the national university sport bodies in Europe, under the umbrella of the European University Sports Association (EUSA) - the license-holder of the European Universities Games.

The 13 sports included in the programme are: 3x3 basketball, badminton, basketball, beach handball, beach volleyball, football, futsal, handball, padel, rugby 7s, table tennis, tennis, volleyball. All the competitions are expected to bring lots of excitement and close matches. The event will also feature demonstrative exhibitions of some inclusive sports.

The slogan, “Passion never ends”, perfectly represents the spirit of EUSA Games. Being passionate about sport, education and life is what makes everyday life great. The official logo, inspired by Piazza della Libertà on the city seaside and ideally linked to Piazza del Sapere at the university campus, is a multicoloured flower symbolising diversity, growth, and openness to the world, with a visual nod to the semicircle of the European Parliament. 

Salerno and its surroundings are known for their sporting enthusiasm, where physical activity is seen not only as a means of individual well-being but also as a powerful tool for social inclusion. The CUS Salerno (University of Salerno Sports Centre) is one of the main centres of sport among the locals. Apart from sports, Salerno is also known for its natural beauty and culture, and the nearby Amalfi Coast, being a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the main attractions.

The EUG 2026 athletes and team officials' village will be in the University of Salerno campuses of Fisciano and Baronissi, only a few kilometres from Salerno city centre, and all will be located near the competition venues. The meals for the athletes and team officials will be provided at the university canteen, with differentiated and balanced meals suitable for the needs of the participants.

Around 4000 participants from around 400 European universities are expected to arrive in Salerno during the 2 weeks of the competition, with the area being easily accessible from all regions of Italy and the rest of Europe.

REGISTRATIONS FOR EUG 2026 ARE OPEN!
Please visit the official website eug2026.eu for more information, and register via the official platform: eug2026-registrations.eusa.eu
GENERAL ENTRY FORM DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 1, 2026
Rules & Regulations and Registration guidelines documents are available here.