09 May - 12 May 2024
Istria Football Festival
Four days of sun, sea and pure football await you on the Adriatic coast of the Croatian peninsula of Istria. Exciting matches and the eagerly awaited trophy await you from 09 May - 12 May 2024!
- in the Mediterranean port town of Umag
- international field of participants
- Flats within walking distance of the sports complex
already from 174 € per person
This is what you can expect
4 days of football on the Croatian Adriatic coast
At the Istria Football Festival, you are guaranteed perfect conditions for an unforgettable team trip: stay in flats close to the sea, refresh yourself in the resort's own pool and play against international opponents on perfectly maintained pitches within walking distance of the facility.
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Resort directly by the sea
Spend 3 nights in a resort right by the sea.
Modern sports facilities with well-maintained football pitches
Play a tournament on a top maintained facility with 3 natural grass pitches and 1 ultra-modern artificial pitch
Tournament in the small town of Umag
Umag is a small town in Istria, Croatia, with a cosy atmosphere.
Award ceremony & trophies
Joint award ceremony as a team + trophy for each player
Resort directly by the sea
Spend 3 nights in a resort right by the sea.
Modern sports facilities with well-maintained football pitches
Play a tournament on a top maintained facility with 3 natural grass pitches and 1 ultra-modern artificial pitch
Tournament in the small town of Umag
Umag is a small town in Istria, Croatia, with a cosy atmosphere.
Award ceremony & trophies
Joint award ceremony as a team + trophy for each player
Age group overview
| Age group | Age Group | Number of players | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| U10 boys | 2014,2015,2016 etc. | 7 | only 2 available |
| U11 boys | 2013,2014,2015 etc. | 7 | only 4 available |
| U12/U13 boys | 2011,2012,2013 etc. | 8+1 | only 6 available |
| U14/U15 boys | 2009,2010,2011 etc. | 10+1 | only 6 available |
| U16/U17 boys | 2007,2008,2009 etc. | 10+1 | only 4 available |
| U18/U19 boys | 2005,2006,2007 etc. | 10+1 | only 1 available |
| Age group | Age Group | Number of players | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| U10 boys | 2014,2015,2016 etc. | 7 | only 2 available |
| U11 boys | 2013,2014,2015 etc. | 7 | only 2 available |
| U12/U13 boys | 2011,2012,2013 etc. | 8+1 | only 4 available |
| U14/U15 boys | 2009,2010,2011 etc. | 10+1 | only 2 available |
| U16/U17 boys | 2007,2008,2009 etc. | 10+1 | only 1 available |
| U18/U19 boys | 2005,2006,2007 etc. | 10+1 | only 2 available |
Further information age groups
Tournament venue, sports facility &
skill&fun area
Fun & action off the pitch
There is plenty of variety away from the pitches. Test your skills at our BALLFREUNDE game stations! While you can perform as a team on the pitch, we will also test your individual skills at our BALLFREUNDE game stations. How hard is your shot? How good is your aim? The goal shooting speed system, soccer darts, the goal wall, bubble soccer, the jumping castle parkour or many more await you at our tournaments.
Tournament venue & sports facility
Modern playing fields directly by the sea
In May 2024, after the fantastic 1st edition of the Istria Football Festival, football fans will once again be making a stop in the holiday region of Umag. A place that not only sun worshippers swear by, but also regularly hosts the Croatian national football team. On 3 high-quality natural grass pitches and a modern
pitches and a modern artificial pitch, exciting matches and a great atmosphere await. The excellent location of the small town of Umag, not far from the borders with Italy and Slovenia, also offers all kinds of leisure activities, so there's never a dull moment. The tournament location is particularly easy to reach for teams from southern Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Location Tournament Venue
Istria Football Festival
Tournament schedule
Thursday, 09 May 2024
from 14:00: Arrival
from 15:00: Training session by arrangement/training opportunity
from 5:00 p.m.: Dinner
from 19:30: Opening ceremony
from 15:00: Training session by arrangement/training opportunity
from 5:00 p.m.: Dinner
from 19:30: Opening ceremony
Friday, 10 May 2024
from 6:30: Breakfast
from 9:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 12:00: Lunch
from 13:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 18:00: Dinner
from 19:30: Free time
from 9:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 12:00: Lunch
from 13:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 18:00: Dinner
from 19:30: Free time
Saturday, 11 May 2024
from 6:30: Breakfast
from 9:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 12:00: Lunch
from 13:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 17:30: Award ceremony
from 18:30: Dinner
from 20:00: Closing party
from 9:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 12:00: Lunch
from 13:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 17:30: Award ceremony
from 18:30: Dinner
from 20:00: Closing party
Sunday, 12 May 2024
from 6:30: Breakfast
from 13:00: Departure
from 13:00: Departure
09 May - 12 May 2024
Accommodation categories &
Catering
Multi-bed apartments
walking distance to the sports facility
Pool on the resort grounds
different apartment sizes
Eating directly at the resort
Catering:
Half board
Half board
Distance of the accommodation:
within walking distance
within walking distance
Mobility on site necessary:
no
no
Status:
available
available
Multi-bed apartments
Pool on the resort grounds
walking distance to the sports facility
different apartment sizes
Eating directly at the resort
Mobility on site necessary: no
Distance of the accommodation: within walking distance
Catering: Half board
without board and lodging
Tournament participation only
no catering included
Accommodation on your own
Catering:
none
none
Distance of the accommodation:
Mobility on site necessary:
Status:
available
available
without board and lodging
Tournament participation only
no catering included
Accommodation on your own
Mobility on site necessary:
Distance of the accommodation:
Catering: none
3-star apartment
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
Brick-built cottages in typical Croatian style
Catering directly in the accommodation
Catering:
Half board
Half board
Distance of the accommodation:
within walking distance
within walking distance
Mobility on site necessary:
no
no
Status:
available
available
3-star apartment
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
Brick-built cottages in typical Croatian style
Catering directly in the accommodation
Mobility on site necessary: no
Distance of the accommodation: within walking distance
Catering: Half board
4-star apartment
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
Brick-built cottages in typical Croatian style
Catering directly in the accommodation
Catering:
Half board
Half board
Distance of the accommodation:
within walking distance
within walking distance
Mobility on site necessary:
no
no
Status:
booked out
booked out
4-star apartment
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
Brick-built cottages in typical Croatian style
Catering directly in the accommodation
Mobility on site necessary: no
Distance of the accommodation: within walking distance
Catering: Half board
hotel
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
modern hotel facilities with high comfort
Catering directly in the accommodation
Catering:
Half board
Half board
Distance of the accommodation:
within walking distance
within walking distance
Mobility on site necessary:
no
no
Status:
booked out
booked out
hotel
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
modern hotel facilities with high comfort
Catering directly in the accommodation
Mobility on site necessary: no
Distance of the accommodation: within walking distance
Catering: Half board
Mini World Cup Augsburg
Info catering
Info catering
Various catering options to choose from
Half board is (usually) already included in the tournament package. Breakfast and dinner are therefore provided. During the day, you can buy various food and beverages at the tournament venue at fair prices. So you don't have to worry about food at all.
It is always ensured that vegetarians, vegans or Muslims have appropriate options so that everyone gets their money's worth. You can inform us of any food intolerance when booking, so that we can respond to them.
In a nutshell:
- substantial breakfast buffet
- always 3 dinners to choose from
- water included with meals
- always a vegetarian/vegan alternative
- no pork for dinner
Istria Football Festival
This is how the registration works
Istria Football Festival and tournaments in the area
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Testimonials from other teams
Testimonials
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Goals 4 water
Neven Subotic Foundation
Score goals for a better & healthier life for others! That is the motto of GOALS 4 WATER. Together with the Neven Subotic Foundation, we are building drinking water wells in Ethiopia & you can help us give people a better future.
You can see how it works here:
Contact
Request more information now & reserve a non-binding starting spot
We will reserve a starting place for you for 3 weeks without obligation, so that you can discuss everything with the players and parents in peace. You can request information about the respective tournament via various channels. Give us a call, send us an email or simply write to us via WhatsApp. Alternatively, we can present the tournament to you and your fellow coaches in a video presentation.
Good to know
All the important details about your
unforgettable tournament experience
Is there a maximum number of players?
You can take as many players as you want. It would be a shame if some had to stay at home for such a tournament.
Arrival & mobility on site
The prices do not include travel. We recommend that you also are mobile at the tournament, as we cannot offer a shuttle service from the accommodation to the tournament. If you don't have a car, we would be happy to make you an offer for traveling by bus or train.
Do we have to take care of food?
We offer almost all accommodations with half board, so you will be well taken care of in the morning and in the evening. So that you are also taken care of at lunchtime, you will find various food trucks on site for a small snack in between.
Can I participate with more than one team or can other teams from my club also take part?
If we still have free places, we would be very happy if you made our special tournament an end-of-season trip for the whole club. You can of course speak to your coaching colleagues and pass this information on to them.
Is there a fixed registration deadline for the individual tournaments?
There is no fixed registration deadline, but we recommend that you start planning as soon as possible, as many tournaments are booked out early. We are also happy to reserve a starting place for you for a desired period.
Does the number of participants have to be determined when registering?
In order to offer you maximum flexibility, you can change your number of participants free of charge 10 weeks before the tournament - the number can therefore be adjusted again without any problems. In order to cover sickness-related absences, however, a private travel insurance is advisable.
Can parents and companions come with us?
Parents or siblings are welcome to come to the tournament with you. The tournament is even more fun with the right fan club. Of course we will also accommodate you all in the same accommodation, as you want to experience the tournament together.
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Beachsoccer
European Football Cup 2023
Beachsoccer
Cup 2023
5 day tournaments
2023
09 May - 12 May 2024
Istria Football Festival
Four days of sun, sea and pure football await you on the Adriatic coast of the Croatian peninsula of Istria. Exciting matches and the eagerly awaited trophy await you from 09 May - 12 May 2024!
- in the Mediterranean port town of Umag
- international field of participants
- Flats within walking distance of the sports complex
This is what you can expect
4 days of football on the Croatian Adriatic coast
Countdown to the tournament
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Days
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Hours
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Minutes
New
The 2023 tournament dates are already set, we will update the info in a few weeks, but you can already secure your starting place, just contact us!
Resort directly by the sea
Modern sports facilities with well-maintained football pitches
Tournament in the small town of Umag
overview
Age groups
Age group U10 male
Vintage: 2014,2015,2016 etc.
Game mode: 6 + 1
Status:
only 2 available
only 2 available
Age group U11 male
Vintage: 2013,2014,2015 etc.
Game mode: 6 + 1
Status:
only 2 available
only 2 available
Age group U12 / U13 male
Vintage: 2011,2012,2013 etc.
Game mode: 8 + 1
Status:
only 4 available
only 4 available
Age group U14 / U15 male
Vintage: 2009,2010,2011 etc.
Game mode: 10 + 1
Status:
only 2 available
only 2 available
Age group U16 / U17 male
Year of birth: 2007,2008,2009 etc.
Game mode: 10 + 1
Status:
only 1 available
only 1 available
Age group U18 / U19 male
Year of birth: 2005,2006,2007 etc.
Game mode: 10 + 1
Status:
only 2 available
only 2 available
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Age group U10 male
Age Group 2014,2015,2016 etc. |
Game mode: 6 + 1 Status: only 2 available |
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Age group U11 male
Age Group 2013,2014,2015 etc. |
Game mode: 6 + 1 Status: only 4 available |
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Age group U12 / U13 male
Age Group 2011,2012,2013 etc. |
Game mode: 8 + 1 Status: only 6 available |
|
Age group U14 / U15 male
Age Group 2009,2010,2011 etc. |
Game mode: 10 + 1 Status: only 6 available |
|
Age group U16 / U17 male
Age Group 2007,2008,2009 etc. |
Game mode: 10 + 1 Status: only 4 available |
|
Age group U18 / U19 male
Age Group 2005,2006,2007 etc. |
Game mode: 10 + 1 Status: only 1 available |
| Age group | Age Group | Number of players | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| U10 boys | 2014,2015,2016 etc. | 7 | only 2 available |
| U11 boys | 2013,2014,2015 etc. | 7 | only 2 available |
| U12/U13 boys | 2011,2012,2013 etc. | 8+1 | only 4 available |
| U14/U15 boys | 2009,2010,2011 etc. | 10+1 | only 2 available |
| U16/U17 boys | 2007,2008,2009 etc. | 10+1 | only 1 available |
| U18/U19 boys | 2005,2006,2007 etc. | 10+1 | only 2 available |
How the Mini-EC works
Tournament Venue, Sports Facility & PLAY STATIONS
BALLFRIENDS-
skill&fun area
- Bubble Soccer
- Shot speed
- Soccer darts
- and many more attractions
Tournament venue & sports facility
Modern playing fields directly by the sea
Location Tournament Venue
Tournament schedule
Thursday, 09 May 2024
from 14:00: Arrival
from 15:00: Training session by arrangement/training opportunity
from 5:00 p.m.: Dinner
from 19:30: Opening ceremony
from 15:00: Training session by arrangement/training opportunity
from 5:00 p.m.: Dinner
from 19:30: Opening ceremony
Friday, 10 May 2024
from 6:30: Breakfast
from 9:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 12:00: Lunch
from 13:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 18:00: Dinner
from 19:30: Free time
from 9:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 12:00: Lunch
from 13:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 18:00: Dinner
from 19:30: Free time
Saturday, 11 May 2024
from 6:30: Breakfast
from 9:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 12:00: Lunch
from 13:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 17:30: Award ceremony
from 18:30: Dinner
from 20:00: Closing party
from 9:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 12:00: Lunch
from 13:00: Tournament matches or free time
from 17:30: Award ceremony
from 18:30: Dinner
from 20:00: Closing party
Sunday, 12 May 2024
from 6:30: Breakfast
from 13:00: Departure
from 13:00: Departure
Teams recruit teams
Recruit other teams & receive 50€ per recruited team for your own registration!
Accommodation categories &
Catering
without board and lodging
Tournament participation only
no catering included
Accommodation on your own
Catering:
none
none
Distance of the accommodation:
Mobility on site necessary:
Status:
available
available
without board and lodging
Tournament participation only
no catering included
Accommodation on your own
Mobility on site necessary:
Distance of the accommodation:
Catering: none
3-star apartment
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
Brick-built cottages in typical Croatian style
Catering directly in the accommodation
Catering:
Half board
Half board
Distance of the accommodation:
within walking distance
within walking distance
Mobility on site necessary:
no
no
Status:
available
available
3-star apartment
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
Brick-built cottages in typical Croatian style
Catering directly in the accommodation
Mobility on site necessary: no
Distance of the accommodation: within walking distance
Catering: Half board
4-star apartment
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
Brick-built cottages in typical Croatian style
Catering directly in the accommodation
Catering:
Half board
Half board
Distance of the accommodation:
within walking distance
within walking distance
Mobility on site necessary:
no
no
Status:
booked out
booked out
4-star apartment
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
Brick-built cottages in typical Croatian style
Catering directly in the accommodation
Mobility on site necessary: no
Distance of the accommodation: within walking distance
Catering: Half board
hotel
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
modern hotel facilities with high comfort
Catering directly in the accommodation
Catering:
Half board
Half board
Distance of the accommodation:
within walking distance
within walking distance
Mobility on site necessary:
no
no
Status:
booked out
booked out
hotel
Situated directly on the sea with a beautiful pool area
modern hotel facilities with high comfort
Catering directly in the accommodation
Mobility on site necessary: no
Distance of the accommodation: within walking distance
Catering: Half board
Info catering
Various catering options to choose from
Parents' evening with BALLFREUNDE
We are here to help you with your parents' evening. Contact us now and let us know the date of your parents' evening.
That's what other teams say
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Istria Football Festival and
Tournaments in the surroundings
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That's how it works
Registration
Goals 4 water
Neven Subotic Foundation
Score goals for a better & healthier life for others! That is the motto of GOALS 4 WATER. Together with the Neven Subotic Foundation, we are building drinking water wells in Ethiopia & you can help us give people a better future.
You can see how it works here:
Contact
Enquire now & get more info on the tournaments!
Good to know
Is there a maximum number of players?
You can take as many players as you want. It would be a shame if some had to stay at home for such a tournament.
Arrival and mobility on site?
The prices do not include travel. We recommend that you also are mobile at the tournament, as we cannot offer a shuttle service from the accommodation to the tournament. If you don't have a car, we would be happy to make you an offer for traveling by bus or train.
Do we have to take care of food?
We offer almost all accommodations with half board, so you will be well taken care of in the morning and in the evening. So that you are also taken care of at lunchtime, you will find various food trucks on site for a small snack in between.
Is there a fixed registration deadline for the individual tournaments?
There is no fixed registration deadline, but we recommend that you start planning as soon as possible, as many tournaments are booked out early. We are also happy to reserve a starting place for you for a desired period.
Can I participate with more than one team or can other teams from my club also take part?
If we still have free places, we would be very happy if you made our special tournament an end-of-season trip for the whole club. You can of course speak to your coaching colleagues and pass this information on to them.
Does the number of participants have to be determined when registering?
In order to offer you maximum flexibility, you can change your number of participants free of charge 10 weeks before the tournament - the number can therefore be adjusted again without any problems. In order to cover sickness-related absences, however, a private travel insurance is advisable.
Can parents and companions come with us?
Parents or siblings are welcome to come to the tournament with you. The tournament is even more fun with the right fan club. Of course we will also accommodate you all in the same accommodation, as you want to experience the tournament together.