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2026 IHF Men's and Women's
Beach Handball World Championships

Our vision

The decision to host the IHF Men’s and Women’s Beach Handball World Championships 2026 reflects Croatia’s passion for handball and its commitment to delivering a world-class sporting event. Held this June at Zagreb’s iconic Jarun Lake, the championship will bring together the best beach handball teams from around the globe in one of Europe’s most attractive urban beach sports venues. With a rich handball tradition and extensive experience in organizing international competitions, Croatia is proud to welcome athletes, officials, media representatives, and fans from all continents. The IHF Beach Handball World Championships Croatia 2026 will celebrate sporting excellence, fair play, and international friendship while showcasing the dynamic and exciting nature of beach handball on the world stage.


Venue Zagreb

Jarun Lake, Zagreb

Jarun CUP 2026
Located on the shores of Jarun Lake in Zagreb, the championship venue provides an ideal setting for world-class beach handball competition. Known as Croatia’s premier recreational and sporting destination, Jarun combines excellent accessibility, extensive open spaces, and a vibrant atmosphere that has hosted numerous national and international sporting events. For the IHF Beach Handball World Championships Croatia 2026, the venue will feature six competition courts equipped with all necessary infrastructure to meet the highest international standards. The event site will include athlete and official areas, media facilities, spectator zones, technical and operational infrastructure, hospitality services, and all supporting amenities required for the successful delivery of a world-class championship. The carefully planned venue layout will ensure optimal conditions for players, officials, media representatives, partners, and fans, creating an outstanding experience both on and off the sand.