The Costa Blanca Beach Rugby is one of Europe's most important beach rugby tournaments, held annually at Playa Centro in Villajoyosa (Alicante). The event brings together elite men's and women's teams competing in the European Beach Rugby Series (EBRA).
The Costa Blanca Beach Rugby tournament in Villajoyosa has become one of the summer’s most exciting sporting events, bringing together teams and fans in a unique setting where sports, the sea, and a great atmosphere take center stage. Held on the town’s beaches, this tournament offers a one-of-a-kind experience, combining the intensity and values of rugby with the incomparable setting of the Costa Blanca.
Villajoyosa, recognized as the birthplace of rugby in the Valencian Community, once again demonstrates its close ties to the sport by hosting a competition that attracts players from different age groups and backgrounds. Beach rugby, a more dynamic and spectacular form of the sport, offers fast-paced, thrilling matches that bring athletes and spectators together, creating a festive and engaging atmosphere.
In addition to its sporting appeal, the Costa Blanca Beach Rugby tournament provides a significant boost to tourism in Villajoyosa. The arrival of teams, family members, and visitors helps boost the town’s economy, while showcasing the beauty of its beaches, its culinary offerings, and the charm of its historic district, cementing the town’s reputation as an ideal destination for hosting major sporting events.
The tournament is also an opportunity to promote the values that make rugby a unique sport: respect, camaraderie, hard work, solidarity, and fair play. Throughout the day, participants and spectators enjoy a friendly atmosphere that goes beyond the competition and turns the event into a true celebration of sports.
The Costa Blanca Beach Rugby tournament is much more than just a competition on the sand. It is a celebration of the passion for rugby, the Mediterranean lifestyle, and Villajoyosa’s commitment to high-quality sports, reinforcing year after year its reputation as one of the leading events in national and international rugby.