2026 Melges 24 European Championship

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Add Event to Calendar 2026-08-28 03:00:00 2026-09-04 03:00:00 2026 Melges 24 European Championship 2026 Melges 24 European Championship – Tønsberg, NorwayThe 2026 Melges 24 European Championship will be held in Tønsberg, Norway, hosted by Tønsberg Seilforening in late August or early September.Tønsberg, Norway’s oldest town, is a picturesque coastal city in the Vestfold og Telemark region, located approximately 100 km south of Oslo. Steeped in Viking history, Tønsberg is known for its stunning waterfront, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant sailing community.Tønsberg Seilforening has a strong reputation for developing top-tier sailors, particularly in one-design racing. The waters of Tønsberg offer a dynamic mix of conditions influenced by the North Sea, ranging from light air to strong winds, ensuring a challenging and tactical racing environment. It is located in the Oslofjord, which provides more sheltered waters compared to the open North Sea.See the bidCompeting against a strong bid from Yacht Club Sanremo, Italy, Tønsberg ultimately won the vote, securing 40 votes in favor. Read more about the bids. Tønsberg Norway Tønsberg Erik Virik Fusdahl Europe/Helsinki public
Venue

Tønsberg

Norway
Tønsberg Seilforening website

Tønsberg
Norway

Event contact
Erik Virik Fusdahl
dl@tonsbergseilforening.no
+47 91880987
General
More information
Event type
Melges 24 European Championships
Trophies
The Menno Meyer Corinthian European Trophy
The Giorgio Zuccoli Trophy

2026 Melges 24 European Championship – Tønsberg, Norway

The 2026 Melges 24 European Championship will be held in Tønsberg, Norway, hosted by Tønsberg Seilforening in late August or early September.

Tønsberg, Norway’s oldest town, is a picturesque coastal city in the Vestfold og Telemark region, located approximately 100 km south of Oslo. Steeped in Viking history, Tønsberg is known for its stunning waterfront, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant sailing community.

Tønsberg Seilforening has a strong reputation for developing top-tier sailors, particularly in one-design racing. The waters of Tønsberg offer a dynamic mix of conditions influenced by the North Sea, ranging from light air to strong winds, ensuring a challenging and tactical racing environment. It is located in the Oslofjord, which provides more sheltered waters compared to the open North Sea.

See the bid

Competing against a strong bid from Yacht Club Sanremo, Italy, Tønsberg ultimately won the vote, securing 40 votes in favor. 

Read more about the bids.