Paella Cup – Veteran fieldhockey tournament in Valencia

Paella cup 2024

International Veteran Hockey Tournament in Valencia. From the 21th until the 23th of June 2023, Mister Valencia will organize the 9th edition of the Paella Cup. The tournament famous for its perfect combination of sport, culture, and social activities and – of course – the lovely Spanish weather that altogether make a great ambiance.

Pre-register your hockey team for a sunny Valencia tournament in the summer of 2024 via the form and we will contact you for further details.

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What to expect

Together with Valencia CH, we are happy to welcome veteran hockey players from all over Europe to stride for the Paella cup; the most well-known international veteran fieldhockey tournament of Europe! Men can sign up for 11 vs 11 games, women for 11 vs. 11, as well as 7 vs. 7.

We will guarantee a mixed program of sport, Spanish culture, and discovering Valencia for all participants. As Spain’s second-biggest city, Valencia has beautiful beaches, modern and traditional architecture, many amazing restaurants, musea, a warm climate and an exciting night scene!

Programs can be personalized to your wishes. Check the program and optional activities and we can help you with everything.

The program

Arrival

Choose your arrival date together with us. It is not necessary for all team members to arrive at once. We do advice renting bikes at arrival. 

Tip: if you would like to experience Valencia at your own pace, we would suggest flying in on Wednesday or Thursday.

Arrival

Choose your arrival date together with us. It is not necessary for all team members to arrive at once. We do advice renting bikes at arrival. 

Tip: if you would like to experience Valencia at your own pace, we would suggest flying in on Wednesday or Thursday.

Wednesday / Thursday

10:00-22:00 Possible arrival for extra Valencia (recommended!)

Wednesday / Thursday

10:00-22:00 Possible arrival for extra Valencia (recommended!)

Friday, June 21th

09:00-15:00 Arrival to Valencia incl. bus transfer to the hotel
15:00-21:00 Start Paella Cup: First round of matches
21:00-00:00 BBQ and Fiesta at the hockey club

Friday, June 21th

09:00-15:00 Arrival to Valencia incl. bus transfer to the hotel
15:00-21:00 Start Paella Cup: First round of matches
21:00-00:00 BBQ and Fiesta at the hockey club

Saturday, June 22th

10:00-13:00 2th day Paella Cup: Second round of matches
13:00-15:00 Picnic lunch at the club
15:00-18:00 Guided biking tour or free program

Saturday, June 22th

10:00-13:00 2th day Paella Cup: Second round of matches
13:00-15:00 Picnic lunch at the club
15:00-18:00 Guided biking tour or free program

Sunday, June 23th

10:00-13:00 Last round of matches (Finales)
13:00-15:00 Award ceremony & traditional Spaanse Paella lunch at the club
15:00-23:00 Free program or prepare for departure

Sunday, June 23th

10:00-13:00 Last round of matches (Finales)
13:00-15:00 Award ceremony & traditional Spaanse Paella lunch at the club
15:00-23:00 Free program or prepare for departure

Monday, June 24th

10:00-22:00 Staying one more day is of course possible!

Monday, June 24th

10:00-22:00 Staying one more day is of course possible!

Paella Cup Package

  • 2 nights in a 4-star hotel
  • Excellent breakfast buffet
  • Airport transfers
  • International 3-day hockey tournament
  • Guided biking tour through Valencia
  • BBQ at the club on Friday
  • Lunch at the club on Saturday
  • Paella lunch at the club on Sunday
  • Travel guarantee by GGTO

Optional activities

  • Stay one or more extra nights
  • Rent bikes during your stay (flexible and sustainable choice!)
  • Saturday evening fiesta incl. dinner
  • Tapas Tour – enjoy local specialties with a guide
  • Wine tasting in a bodega
  • Various activities on the water
  • Try Padel with your team, the 2e sport of Spain
  • and many more…

Sport Experience

With excellent hockey facilities and a lovely climate, Valencia is one of the best locations for a hockey tournament. The hockey fields are even close to the beach, so you can easily take a swim in between matches. So join in and challenge the international teams for the coveted Paella cup!

Culture Experience

Enjoy Spanish hospitality and the international vibe of the Paella Cup. It will be a weekend filled with different countries, cultures, but with a common passion for field hockey. Discover the good Spanish facilities during and in between the matches, but mostly, try to get used to the relaxed and tranquillo Spanish life rhythm. Hasta Pronto!

City Experience

Discover Spain’s third-biggest city during a biking tour through the historical city center with a local guide. Or enjoy a free afternoon at the beach to relax your muscles, or visit the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias. We would also definitely advise taking part in a Tapas tour to discover many local specialties Valencia has to offer.

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