HANDBALL IN THE
HEART OF
WINTER.
The international youth handball tournament where serious competition meets the unforgettable winter atmosphere of Transylvania. Brașov, Romania
Organized by ACS Transilvania Brașov & AJH Brașov
Under the patronage of the Romanian Handball Federation
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Matches Guaranteed
6
Girls & Boys Categories
4
Days of Competition
1
Winter Sports Destination
Tournament Hierarchy
Girls & boys categories • International teams welcome
Juniors I (J1)
Born 2008 – 2009 or later
The high-performance category for teams preparing for national junior championships and professional transitions.
- 8 teams per category
- 2 groups of 4
- 3 group matches + ranking match
Juniors II (J2)
Born 2010 – 2011 or later
The core of European youth talent, competing in the heart of the Carpathians under FRH rules.
- 8 teams per category
- 2 groups of 4
- 3 group matches + ranking match
Juniors III (J3)
Born 2012 – 2013 or later
Nurturing the next generation with fast-paced matches, fair play and true alpine culture.
- 8 teams per category
- 2 groups of 4
- 3 group matches + ranking match
Every team plays at least 4 matches — 3 in the group stage plus a ranking match.
Group A & B → ranking finals: 1st vs 1st for the title, 2nd vs 2nd for bronze, and so on for places 1–8.
The Roadmap to Victory
Jan 7 • Thursday
Arrival
Team arrival & hotel check-in
Technical meeting & dinner
Jan 8 • Friday
Group Stage
Group matches across all five arenas
Jan 9 • Saturday
Group Stage Finale
Final group matches & semifinals
Jan 10 • Sunday
The Finals
Finals & ranking matches
Awards ceremony
Official venues — five arenas across Brașov
Handball Meets the Slopes
Brașov isn't just a sports venue — it's a winter wonderland. Discover Brașov in its festive winter dress: the illuminated Old Town, the charm of Council Square and mountain scenery at every turn.
Between matches, teams and families ride straight up to Poiana Brașov, Romania's most beloved ski resort, just 15 minutes from the arenas.
Brașov–Ghimbav Airport
The city's own international airport — the closest arrival point for visiting delegations.
Bucharest–Otopeni
Romania's main international hub, approx. 150 km from Brașov.
Sibiu
Approx. 150 km away, along a scenic Carpathian route.
Poiana Brașov
Skiing 15 minutes from the arenas
Hospitality Packages
Full board from €60 per person per day — accommodation plus breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Tier 01
Hotel / Guesthouse 2–3★
Clean, comfortable, athlete-focused lodging close to the arenas.
Tier 02
Hotel 3★A
A higher comfort standard in the city, near the main venues.
Tier 03
Hotel 3★B
Enhanced comfort and central Brașov charm — the most popular choice.
Tier 04
Hotel 4–5★
Premium lodging with mountain views, subject to availability.
- All participating teams book accommodation and meals through the organizers.
- The stay runs 3 nights: dinner on 7 January to lunch on 10 January.
- Choose your tier — allocation is first come, first served.
- A 20% deposit of the accommodation value is due by the registration deadline.
Team Registration
Reserve your place in Brașov. Entry fee: €150 (600 lei) per team • Registration deadline: 4 December 2026 • Limited places.
Official Documents
Everything your delegation needs, straight from the organizers.
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