See the latest updates here
Who will take home the Trofeo Pam?
The Hansa Class European Championships Nations Trophy – the Trofeo Pam – will be awarded in Barcelona next month.
Inaugurated at the second Hansa Class European Championships in Lake Garda in 2011, the trophy rewards the best performing team at the regatta. The nett scores of the two highest placed competitors in each division are added together to give each Country a cumulative score, with the country with the lowest overall total declared the winner.
Taking place at the Barcelona International Sailing Centre from September 11-19, the 2026 European championships will feature over 175 competitors from 16 nations and promises to be a fantastic event.
PAM was the pseudonym of Marsilio Pasotti, an
Italian racing driver born in 1939 in the Brescia region, where the second Access (now Hansa) Class European Championships were held on Lake
Garda in May 2011.
Driving initially for Fiat Abarth he later drove for
Alfa Romeo and Ferrari winning many prestigious races and achieving iconic status in Italy and further afield.
Since his premature death in 1989 he has been
remembered with great affection in the region.
His photograph and other pictures of his exploits
are on display in local hotels and sporting clubs.
PAM had many other interests among which was
designing boats to sail on Lake Garda. His widow, one of the sponsors of the European Championships, presented the “Trofeo PAM” for
the top-scoring national team at the 2011 Access
Class European Championships.
Record number of Entries for a Hansa Class European Championships
The 303 singles currently feature 58 entries, with 44 in the Doubles. There’s also 4 sailors in the 2.3 and a record equaling 16 Liberties. Early entry for the event, to be held at the Barcelona International Sailing Centre, closes on August 15th.
Change of Date
The IHCA and Organising Authority for the 2026 Hansa Class European Championships wish to advise of a change of date. The event will now take place from September 13th to 19th at BISC Barcelona. The change of date came about due to a lack of accessible and affordable flights and accommodation during the originally scheduled week of the Championships, mainly due to a medical conference being held at the same time with over 20,000 expected attendees. We understand that some sailors and teams will have already secured accommodation, and we apologize for any inconvenience this date change causes. By moving the Championships back by a week should ensure that all sailors who wish to attend will now have the opportunity to do so. Race documents are now being finalised and will be posted to this website.
Do you have a World Sailing ID??
You can check if you do here.
If you don’t have one – please follow the instructions here to apply for one. It’s fast and FREE and will help compile ranking points for Para Inclusive events.
Follow us on Facebook and check out the great video highlighting BISC and Barcelona
The 2026 Hansa Class European Championships will be held in Barcelona, Spain.
The regatta will take place from September 6th to 12th, 2026 at the Barcelona International Sailing Centre in Spain. Invited classes will be the Hansa 2.3, 303 singles and doubles, and Liberty.
In announcing the regatta, President of the International Hansa Class Association, Vera Voorbach, expressed delight that the 2026 Hansa Class European Championship will take place in the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain.
“This is a historic moment for our community, as it marks the first time a Hansa Championship of this magnitude will be held in Spain. We are thrilled to bring this prestigious event to such a dynamic and welcoming country, showcasing the inclusive and competitive spirit of the Hansa class.
The championship will be hosted by the esteemed Barcelona International Sailing Center (BISC), renowned for its world-class facilities and its stunning location by the Mediterranean Sea. We are confident that BISC will provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable week of racing.
Save the date and get ready to join us for this great event. Whether as a sailor or a spectator, we look forward to welcoming you to Barcelona for a week filled with exciting competition and the joy of sailing.”
BISC Sailing Events Manager, Carlos Motta, issued this statement to competitors – “Welcome to our city!! We are very excited to announce the organization of the 2026 European Championship – Kakapo Open Race at the Barcelona International Sailing Center.
At the center, we are really focused on Para Inclusive Sailing, with a specific training program in Hansa 303 Class, that is attracting a lot of new sailors, and with the organization of the Kakapo Open Race, that will see her second edition this year.
Barcelona is known for its excellent weather and sailing conditions—warm, reliable winds and calm waters, which should make for great racing. It will be a fantastic opportunity for competitive sailors all around the world.
Plus, when you’re not on the water, there’s so much to explore in the city. You can check out iconic landmarks like the Sagrada Familia, stroll down Las Ramblas, or enjoy some delicious tapas at one of the many fantastic restaurants. With the facilities at the sailing center, it should be a top-tier experience all around.”
More information to follow.
