The European Bowling Championship of Champions (ECC) will be held from 22 to 25 October 2025 at Plus Bowling Center in Vienna, Austria. This annual event, organized by the European Bowling Federation (EBF), is open exclusively to the reigning national champions from each member federation. In cases where a champion is unavailable, federations may nominate the runner-up or next highest finisher.
The tournament features separate men's and women's divisions, with each athlete bowling 24 qualifying games, divided into three 8-game blocks. One of these blocks is played as Mixed Doubles (if a federation fields both a male and female athlete). Medals are awarded based on total scores in that block—no additional Mixed Doubles final is held.
Athletes are seeded based on prior results, and all match play is conducted using the dual-lane style. Standard EBF rules apply for match order and positioning.
Vienna, Austria’s capital, offers a rich cultural backdrop for this international competition. Known for its imperial architecture, world-class museums, classical music heritage, and cozy coffeehouse culture, the city balances historical elegance with modern charm. For visiting athletes and teams, Vienna provides a walkable, safe environment with easy access to cultural landmarks and public transport.
