European Rowing Indoor Championships, presented by Concept 2 return in-person with Dresden 2027

"VAN" (Sports Desk - 13.03.2026) :: The European Rowing Indoor Championships will take place in 2027, with Dresden, Germany, confirmed as host city for the championships taking place from 22 to 24 January 2027.

The return of the European Rowing Indoor Championships marks a significant and much-anticipated moment for the European Indoor Rowing community. The event will bring athletes, coaches, fans and partners together once again, celebrating the sport’s energy, inclusivity and competitive spirit in a shared arena.

Set in the vibrant city of Dresden, the 2027 European Rowing Indoor Championships, presented by Concept2 will combine world-class competition with a dynamic urban setting renowned for its unique historic architecture, innovative mindset and sporting heritage and culture. The championships will showcase the best of European Indoor Rowing, while reinforcing the discipline’s growing role within the wider Rowing ecosystem.

"The return of the Championships is fantastic news for the Indoor Rowing community. These championships thrive on atmosphere, connection and shared experience, and Dresden provides an outstanding backdrop to bring that energy back onto the arena floor in 2027." said Vincent Gaillard, World Rowing Executive Director.

"For the first time, the European Rowing Indoor Championships will be held in Germany - a special occasion for our sport and a strong signal for the long-standing rowing tradition in our country. For the German Rowing Federation, this is a great opportunity to showcase elite sport, support youth development, and present the diversity of our sport to a wide audience, while highlighting the growing importance of indoor rowing in Europe." said Robert Sens of the German Rowing Federation

"Dresden is proud to host the 2027 European Rowing Indoor Championships, presented by Concept2. As a city with a deep passion for sport, particularly rowing, and a long tradition of hosting major sporting events, we look forward to offering athletes and fans from across Europe an unforgettable experience." Jan Donhauser, First Mayor of the City of Dresden - Department of Education, Youth & Sport

With its strong organisational expertise and commitment to sport, Dresden is well placed to deliver a memorable championship experience, reinforcing Indoor Rowing’s continued growth and appeal across Europe.

Further details on the competition programme, entries and event schedule for the 2027 European Rowing Indoor Championships, presented by Concept2 will be announced in due course.

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