The historical city of Konjic welcomes 30 rafting teams on Neretva river. The European Rafting Championships, that take place every two years, are ready to be held in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton. The town, born on the shores of the clear blue waters of Neretva, is one of the oldest permanent settlements in Bosnia and Herzegovina, dating back almost 4,000 years.
This morning the 12 countries competing in the Champs paddled the first strokes during the official training, studying the lines and the water level of Neretva, surrounded by the green woods of Konjic.
Downriver section, official training
Tonight, in presence of the Prime Minister Nermin Nikšić and the Mayor Osman Ćatić, the Opening Ceremony officially started the event: 120 athletes paddled in the city center alongside the local rafters who carried the national flags; meanwhile Konjic people and tourists welcommed the teams who entered the stage directly from the river.
Teams paddling to the Opening Ceremony
Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Italy, Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Türkiye and Ukraine are settled for three full days of competition for the title: Continental Champions.
Tomorrow at 14.00 the race will be on with the two manches of Slalom: stay tuned and enjoy the 2024 Euro Champs!
Opening ceremony in the heart of Konjic: Neretva
