Frequently asked questions and answers
❓What does it mean that Veszprém and the Bakony–Balaton region have been awarded the title of European Region of Sport 2026?
This means that the title-granting ACES Europe organization has officially recognized the region's outstanding efforts in sports and health promotion, and in 2026, Veszprém and nearly 100 settlements in the Bakony-Balaton region will be able to bear the prestigious title of European Region of Sport title.
❓What are the basic principles underlying the sports program in the Veszprém–Balaton region?
The most important core values: community building, inclusion, accessibility, sustainability, and inclusiveness—these are the principles that guide efforts to increase people's daily physical activity.
The competition and the regional approach to sports development are motivated by four main principles:
- Enjoyable exercise: exercise should be enjoyable and accessible to everyone, regardless of age, ability, or background.
- Full performance motivation: striving for the best is important, even in everyday physical activity – the joy of personal development is what counts.
- Sense of community: sport strengthens human relationships, builds communities, and brings us together.
- Fair play and sportsmanship: we treat each other with respect, and through sport we learn honesty, fairness, and cooperation.
- Improving health: regular exercise contributes to a longer, healthier and happier life.
❓Who coordinated the Veszprém-Balaton European Region of Sport 2026 application?
The tender was coordinated by Veszprém–Balaton 2023 Zrt., as a result of several months of preparatory work, with the involvement of civil organizations, sports clubs, local governments, and institutions.
❓Who decided on the award and on what basis?
The decision was made by the Brussels-based organization ACES Europe, based on the submitted application concept, which was supplemented by their personal visit to the region. During the evaluation process, important criteria included the region's sports infrastructure, natural resources, community commitment, sustainability efforts, and ensuring access to sports. All of this makes it ideal for creating an environment that encourages an active lifestyle.
❓ When do the events of the Veszprém-Balaton European Region of Sport 2026 begin?
❓ What events can we expect in 2026?
The detailed program plan will be announced in the fall of 2025, but it is expected that throughout the year there will be sporting events, public exercise programs, and health promotion initiatives will take place throughout the year.The focus here is not on elite sports, but on the beneficial effects of everyday physical activity: when families go on outings together, young people hop on their bikes, retirees exercise, and children play in teams. There is something for every age group among the programs, regardless of fitness level.
❓ Who can join the project and in what form?
There are several ways to join the competition: e.g. as an individual, program organizer, sports ambassador, or company.
❓ Where can I find information about the program?
The sportregio2026.hu website provides continuously updated information and programs.
If you are an event organizer and would like to share your programs with us, please send them to [email protected] .
The latest information is available on the social media pages of the Veszprém-Balaton European Sport Region 2026: