Top European teams meet at TUI Magic Life Candia Maris with free entrance for the public.
Crete once again becomes the center of European sports, hosting the CEV Beach Volley European Cup Final 2025, which will take place from November 6 to 9 at the state-of-the-art facilities of TUI Magic Life Candia Maris of the Metaxa Hospitality Group in Heraklion.
This major event promises spectacular matches and a high level of competition, bringing together Europe’s top teams on the sands of Crete. At the same time, it represents an important initiative that strengthens sports tourism and highlights Crete as an international destination, giving the public the opportunity to enjoy the number one inter-club beach volleyball event with free admission.
The event is held under the auspices of the European Volleyball Confederation (C.E.V.) and the Ministry of Tourism, and is co-organized by the Region of Crete, the Hellenic Volleyball Federation (E.O.PE.), the Municipality of Malevizi, and the Metaxa Hospitality Group.
Participating Teams
In the final phase of the CEV Beach Volley European Cup Final 2025, top teams from twelve European countries will compete, including France, Spain, Serbia, the Netherlands, Hungary, Slovenia, Austria, the Czech Republic, Lithuania, Ukraine, Romania, and Greece.
Men’s Clubs: Montpellier Beach Volley (France), R? Beach Club (France), ZVH Zevenhuizen (Netherlands), Aloha Beachvolleyball Club (Austria), BC Strahov (Czech Republic), Sunrise Beach Sports Academy (Ukraine), C.S.U. Resita (Romania), and 4 Sports Club Athens (Greece).
Women’s Clubs: Beograd Beach Volley (Serbia), KBC Oxyklinika (Lithuania), CV Majadahonda (Spain), R? Beach Club (France), Edra Tata (Hungary), Sunrise Beach Sports Academy (Ukraine), BVC Ludus Ljubljana (Slovenia), and 4 Sports Club Athens (Greece).
The top European teams will offer four days full of action, passion, and top-level beach volleyball, showcasing the energy and hospitality of Crete on an international scale.
Greek Teams
Greece will be represented by 4 Sports Club with two teams per category.
In the men’s category: Stavros Dallas & Vangelis Sideris, and Christos Tsigaridas & Panagiotis Semitekolos.
In the women’s category: Maria Polonyfi & Zina Sotiropoulou, and Anais Angelopoulou & Vivi Souli.
Event Schedule
The CEV Beach Volley European Cup Final 2025 brings thrilling matches and top European performances to Heraklion, Crete, at TUI Magic Life Candia Maris.
The event begins on Thursday, November 6, and Friday, November 7, with the Pool Play matches on three courts featuring both men’s and women’s competitions throughout the first two days.
On Saturday, November 8, the Play Off and Semifinal matches will take place.
Sunday, November 9, marks the final day of the event, with attention focused on the Grand Finals for both men and women, as well as the Bronze Medal Matches, offering thrilling sporting entertainment for the public.
See the full schedule here.
Beach Volleyball Full of Passion and Spectacle in Crete
The CEV Beach Volley European Cup Final 2025 invites you to experience live sports action at the impressive TUI Magic Life Candia Maris in Heraklion. Entrance is free for the public, offering the chance to enjoy European beach volleyball at its best.
Watch the official teaser video here:
https://youtu.be/Hxmj5weJkCM?si=ih43YUYXAcsWjid8
Official Hospitality Sponsor: TUI Magic Life Candia Maris
Silver Sponsor: ANEK LINES
Official Mobility Partner: SIXT, member of the MOTODYNAMIKI Group
Partners: ECOLAB, KRIVEK Group of Companies, SPORTADORE, KORRES
Official Water: VIKOS Natural Mineral Water
Official Coffee Sponsor: DANDALIS Coffee
Educational Partner: Metropolitan College
Health Partner: Cretan Medicare – Medical Care of Crete
Supporters: Anatomic Line, Assos Food Solutions, 3F Fasouletos Fresco Fruit, Spira Marble Art Gallery – Grigoris Kouskouris, ReHORECA, Agricultural Cooperative of Lasithi Plateau, Kalimera Frouta
About TUI Magic Life Candia Maris and the Metaxa Hospitality Group
TUI MAGIC LIFE Candia Maris, a member of the Metaxa Hospitality Group, is a luxurious resort located on the beach of Ammoudara, near Heraklion city and the international airport. This 5-star hotel caters exclusively to guests over 16 years old, focusing on entertainment and well-being.
The Metaxa Hospitality Group is a leading Greek provider of authentic hospitality services, celebrating 50 years of continuous operation. Recognized as “Best Hotel Group in Greece” by the World Travel Awards 2021–2024, and one of the “45 Most Sustainable Companies in Greece” for 2025 by the Quality Net ESG Index, the Group operates luxury 5-star resorts and hotels with over 1,100 beds in Crete (Creta Maris Resort, TUI Magic Life Candia Maris) and Santorini (Santo Collection Resort & Villas).
Founded in Crete in 1975 by the late Nikolaos Metaxas, the Group’s legacy continues under the leadership of Andreas Metaxas, who has guided it into a new era of dynamic growth.
The Group, recognized with numerous international awards and certifications, operates under the principles of Sustainable Development, placing employees, local communities, and guests at the heart of its activities.
https://www.metaxahospitality.gr
