Herning, Denmark – Host city of Men’s EHF EURO 2026

Herning, Denmark – Host city of Men’s EHF EURO 2026

                 

PRELIMINARY/MAIN ROUND/FINAL WEEKEND

Herning Municipality has approximately 90,000 inhabitants. The City of Herning has an impressive track record relative to hosting international events, including the 2013 European Short Course Swimming Championships, the 2014 European Men’s Handball Championship, the 2019 Men’s Handball World Championship and latest the 2023 Womens Handball World Championship.

In Denmark, Herning is known as a textile town and for its trade fairs, conferences, culture, and concerts. It is home to Denmark’s largest indoor arena, Jyske Bank Boxen, which will act as the magnificent setting during the EHF EURO 2026.

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Things To Do in Herning

Herning – At the Heart of Experiences

Herning offers a unique blend of vibrant city life and peaceful nature all year round

 

Explore the iconic Birk district,

where contemporary art and architecture meet the open Danish landscape. Wander along Bredgade, the bustling pedestrian street filled with shops, cafés, and cozy spots to relax.

 

With a lively cultural scene and natural beauty side by side, 

Herning invites visitors to pause, explore, and experience something special in every season.

Step outside the city to the surrounding heathlands,

where blooming heather and wide horizons provide a serene escape. Visit HEART for modern art, enjoy performances at MCH Herning Kongrescenter, or discover the Textile Museum, showcasing Herning’s proud industrial heritage and its connection to sports culture.

 

 

The Arena: Jyske Bank Boxen

Capacity: 15,000 spectators

About the arena: Jyske Bank Boxen at MCH has a capacity of 15,000 spectators for handball. With an impressive 28,000 square metres, it is designed to host a huge variety of events such as sports, concerts, shows and entertainment with world-class service and VIP facilities. Jyske Bank Boxen hosted international handball championships in 2010, 2014, 2015, 2019 and 2020.

 

 

 

Who will play in Herning?

Group A - GER, ESP, AUT and ESP

& group B - DEN, POR, MKD and ROU

in preliminary round, main round and final weekend.

Ready to join us? Don't miss out and secure your tickets here!