2026 IMCF World Championships
Spottrup, Denmark
Description
The International Medieval Combat Federation proudly present its 11th annual World Championships returning to Denmark
Register Fee
All fighters must register individually using the link below. This registration includes mandatory competition waivers and the registration fee. Fee: 10 Euros per fighter. Verification: Confirmation of payment will be reviewed during Day 0 and Day 1 fighter check-in (conducted during weapons and helmet inspections). Requirement: Fighters will not be allowed to compete until their payment status is resolved.
Venue- The Castle
- Its believed to have been finished no later than 1520 There will be a medieval market around the castle as well. They have around 200 Medieval reenactors coming every year and we hope to see many more this year.
- There will be food options as well on the market.
- There will be music and entertainment throughout the market.
Travel Tips
- In Denmark we have a couple of airports – biggest one is Copenhagen, there after Billund and Aarhus. Copenhagen is about a 4-hour drive from Spøttrup, whereas Billund is 1 hour and 30 minutes and Aarhus is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
- There will be transfer options to and from the airport in Billund, we will arrange two tours from the airport on Wednesday and two on Monday. We will need to know how many who will use this, mostly because we don’t want to spend money on it if people won’t use it.
- Wednesday: one transfer before noon and one after.
- Monday: one transfer in the morning and one around/after noon.
- We will send out a travel advisory letter for you to share with your fighters.
Fighting Arena's
- It’s going to be outside in front of the castle
- The list will be built inside the arena where the jousting normally is.
- It will have an extra perimeter around the list
- We are having 2 5vs5 arenas/10vs10
- We are working on having 5 1vs1
- This will be possible if there are enough marshals
Audience
- Space for at least 1200 spectators
- In 2017 we had 10.719 spectators during the 4 days of the championship, which we hope we can do again
- Fighters' area and waiting area will be near the Arena
- First aid
- There will be a doctor and other medics near the arena.
- Historical clothing must worn at all time around the list.
Divisions
Organizer
Global Conquest Combat Federation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the registration fee for fighters?
The registration fee is 10 Euros per fighter. All fighters must register individually, and the registration includes mandatory competition waivers and the fee.
When will payment verification take place?
Confirmation of payment will be reviewed during Day 0 and Day 1 fighter check-in, conducted during weapons and helmet inspections.
Can fighters compete if their payment is not resolved?
No. Fighters will not be allowed to compete until their payment status is resolved.
Where will the fighting arenas be located?
The fighting arenas will be outside in front of the castle. The list will be built inside the arena where the jousting normally is and will have an extra perimeter around it.
What arena setup is planned?
The event is planned to have two 5vs5 arenas/10vs10. The organizers are working on having five 1vs1 arenas, if there are enough marshals.
What spectator capacity is available?
There is space for at least 1200 spectators.
Will food and entertainment be available?
Yes. The description states there will be food options, music, and entertainment throughout the medieval market around the castle.
Are airport transfers available?
Transfer options to and from the airport in Billund are planned, with two tours from the airport on Wednesday and two on Monday. Wednesday transfers are planned as one before noon and one after; Monday transfers are planned as one in the morning and one around/after noon.
Which airports are mentioned for travel?
The description mentions Copenhagen, Billund, and Aarhus airports. Copenhagen is about a 4-hour drive from Spøttrup, Billund is 1 hour and 30 minutes, and Aarhus is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
Is there a clothing requirement near the list?
Yes. Historical clothing must be worn at all times around the list.
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