Geneva to Host 2027 European Para Championships

Geneva, Switzerland, has been chosen as the host city for the second edition of the European Para Championships in 2027.

This multi-sport event, held every four years, brings together elite para athletes and takes place in the year leading up to the Paralympic Games. Following a successful inaugural edition in Rotterdam in 2023, the European Para Championships will take place in Geneva from 2 to 15 August 2027.

The event will unite multiple para sports in one city, with athletes from across Europe competing for European titles and qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games.

To strengthen its connection with the public, the Championships will not only be hosted at the internationally renowned Palexpo convention centre, but also at iconic locations in the heart of Geneva, making the event accessible, visible, and engaging for all.

Thierry Apotheloz, Member of the Geneva Cantonal Government: “Hosting the European Para Championships offers Geneva a valuable opportunity to further establish itself as a leading European centre for para sport. The people of Geneva are passionate about sport and shared emotional experiences. This was reaffirmed in a recent Burson study, which highlighted the city’s strong connection to large-scale sporting events and to the values of perseverance, inclusion, and social impact that such events represent.

We look forward to welcoming hundreds of athletes from all over Europe and are confident that our community will embrace them wholeheartedly, in the true Genevan tradition of hospitality. Together, we aim to make these Championships a success, both on and off the field. The Canton of Geneva is committed to ensuring the event leaves a lasting and meaningful legacy. Volunteers from across the region will play a key role in creating this shared experience.”
 

Eric Kersten, Founder of the European Para Championships: “Geneva is known worldwide as a symbol of human rights and international cooperation, values that align perfectly with the spirit of the European Para Championships. With its accessibility, infrastructure, and inclusive mindset, the city offers an ideal stage for Europe’s top para-athletes. We are proud to bring European Parachampionships 2027 to such a meaningful place.”

Raymon Blondel, President of the European Paralympic Committee: “The European Paralympic Committee is absolutely delighted that the next edition of the European Para Championships is heading to such a wonderful stage. Following on from Rotterdam 2023, it is very exciting to be a part of writing the next chapter for this innovative concept, which I am sure will gain even more strength as a result of the 2027 edition in Switzerland.

"As the patron, we will continue working with the team of European Para Championships management and International Federations to make the most of the opportunity for our Members and athletes across the region, and help deliver a lasting impact on their behalf.”

With Geneva as its host city, the 2027 European Para Championships aim to be more than a sports event, it will become a dynamic platform for public engagement, societal impact, and international visibility. In line with the event’s mission, athletes remain at the centre, but it is the stories and the people around them that will inspire audiences and communities alike.

The European Para Championships are Europe’s largest multi-sport event combining several official European Championships in para sports into one citywide experience. It provides athletes not only with the opportunity to become European Champions, but also with direct qualification routes to the Paralympic Games. The inaugural edition took place in Rotterdam in 2023, welcoming over 1,500 athletes from 45 countries across 10 sports. With more than15,000 spectators and broad international media coverage, the event set a new benchmarkfor inclusive sports in Europe.

Details such as the full sports programme and venue locations will be announced throughout 2026 via this website

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