Cluj-Napoca

PRELIMINARY & MAIN ROUND

Cluj-Napoca, in northwestern Romania, is nicknamed the Heart of Transylvania and it is the country’s second-most populous city, with around 300,000 residents. A major academic, economic, and cultural hub, it is home to Babeș-Bolyai University, Romania’s largest university. Well-connected by road, rail, and air, Cluj links Transylvania to the rest of the country. 

The city boasts a vibrant cultural scene, hosting events like TIFF (Transylvania International Film Festival) and Untold Festival. Highlights include St. Michael’s Church, the Gothic-style Matthias Corvinus House, and the Central Park. Its dynamic arts scene, historical architecture, and youthful energy make it a key Romanian destination.

BT Arena 

Capacity: 10,000

About the arena: BT Arena, located in Cluj-Napoca’s central-western area near the scenic Central Park and Cluj Arena stadium, is Romania’s largest indoor sports hall. Opened in 2014, it has a capacity of up to 10,000 spectators. Well-connected by public transport and major roads, it is easily accessible from all parts of the city. The arena hosts a variety of sports, including basketball, handball, tennis, and gymnastics. It hosted the 2021 European Table Tennis Championships and one of the venues for the 2021 Women's European Volleyball Championship. It also stages major cultural events and concerts, like Lenny Kravitz, Enrique Iglesias and Bryan Adams in 2019. With its modern facilities and strategic location, BT Arena is a key venue for sports and entertainment in Romania.

Matches of EHF EURO 2026: Group B in preliminary round, main round