2026 European Rowing Coastal and Beach Sprint Championships

The European Rowing Coastal and Beach Sprint Championships are the continent's combined week for the two open-water disciplines, gathering both formats under one title. The 2026 edition is held in La Linea de la Concepcion, Spain, on the Bay of Gibraltar, from 15 to 19 September.

The programme runs the short, knockout beach sprints alongside the longer offshore endurance racing, so the week pairs explosive sand-to-surf duels with the patience of distance work on open water. It gives European crews a single stage for the full coastal repertoire.

Set against the Rock of Gibraltar, the Bay offers tidal flow and shifting wind that test crews from across the continent. Continental honours in both disciplines are decided across these days on the water.