Upzone, Åhus sweden

Åhus Beach Handball 2024

Åhus Beach Handball: A Summer Festival for Handball Enthusiasts

Right now, Åhus Beach Handball is in full swing, and as the handball enthusiasts we are at CompanyCations, we're definitely part of the festivities!

Åhus Beach Handball is one of the summer highlights for us handball fanatics and is a major event. Every year, thousands of players and spectators gather in Åhus to participate in this festive and exciting tournament. The event, which spans several days, attracts both amateurs and professional players from all over the country and sometimes even internationally. It began as a small cup in Åhus marina in the summer of 1997, without any registrations, and founder Mats G. Jönsson had to persuade teams to participate. Today, the tournament is Europe's largest beach handball event.

On the opening day this year, we packed our cars and headed up to beautiful Åhus to be part of this year's festival. After our road trip, we started by setting up a small tent camp at First Camp Åhus, which is within walking distance of the festival area.

 

Camping, Åhus Sweden
Camping, Åhus Sweden -Lisette Grevstad

The campsite is located on the beach and offers several facilities, such as playgrounds, mini-golf, service houses, glamping, and bicycle rental. The area also features Upzone high rope park, a truly unique experience in a magical setting. Here, you can have fun team-building with your company, climbing among the treetops, zip-lining, and enjoying the beautiful nature and the view of the sea. 

Upzone, Åhus sweden
Upzone, Åhus sweden -Lisette Grevstad

CompanyCations are proud supporters of our home club IFK Malmö, which we've been cheering for since the opening day – come rain or shine! Yes, the Swedish summer can really feel like a rollercoaster. One day it's sunscreen and blazing sun, and the next day it's pouring rain from morning till evening. But regardless of the weather, we're here enjoying every moment!

Åhus Beach Handball, with the motto "Sports for Everyone," features teams from ages eight and up, boys and girls, to elite level, para-handball, and fun teams. One really fun team we've followed for a few years is Team JosaGrogg. Probably the most unserious team on site, but we promise they provide great entertainment, fun handball, many laughs, and you can be sure to get drink tips if you ask! You can check out their Instagram here.

We have our office dog Angel with us, and she has been overjoyed. It seems that Åhus is home to Golden Retrievers. It has been a bit of a Golden party here, and at one point, you almost thought you were seeing double and had a hard time recognizing your own dog. It's fun that the beach handball is also open to our furry friends!

 

Åhus Beach, Sweden
Åhus Beach, Sweden -Lisette Grevstad

Åhus is a very charming village located in Skåne, southern Sweden. The town is known for its historic buildings, beautiful beaches, and as the hometown of Absolut Vodka. There are also several golf courses, museums, hiking trails, smokehouses, and plenty of ice cream cafes!

Åhus is also home to Otto & Glassfabriken – a real Skåne ice cream gem! This charming ice cream factory has built its reputation on producing high-quality, artisanal ice cream that is appreciated by both locals and visitors from near and far. No visit to Åhus without Otto, we say!

We also have a few restaurant tips in Åhus that we want to share with you.

Åhus Finest is one of them. A cozy restaurant with outdoor seating, delicious food, and unique decor. There's also a small mini-shop if you want to buy books, postcards, home decor, children's clothes, etc.

For sushi lovers, Sumo Kitchen is the place! Very tasty! We ordered our favorites to-go and sat on a blanket on the beach at sunset and enjoyed! Mmmm!

If you want to enjoy a cold beer and tacos in the sun by the beach, we can recommend Taco Bar. They serve Tex-Mex food, music quizzes, mini-golf, and fun after-work events with various happenings just a few steps from the sand.

Åhus also has a small brewery with several beer varieties that you can also find at Systembolaget (or GlasBanken as Team JosaGrogg calls it). Otto Byggmästare, Fina Stina, Lazy Days, and Åhus Nils Pils are some of them. At Åhus Bryggeri & Restaurang, you can sit with a direct view of their shiny beer tanks and enjoy cold cuts, smörrebröd, schnitzel, and of course, beer.

We also had a good pizza the other evening. It didn't come from a wood-fired oven, which we love, but the flavors were still spot on, and the staff was very friendly and nice. At Restaurang & Pizzeria Milano, we also got a bit of a camping vibe, as there was dance band music coming from the speakers, and several handball teams had also chosen to end their day here. Nothing fancy, just a regular pizzeria with lovely staff.

Åhus offers fantastic opportunities for all who love water activities. Here you can enjoy SUP, kayaking, and much more. Here are some places to explore these activities:

If you want to try SUP, check out Swayzettes. They offer rentals and courses for all levels, from beginners to experienced paddlers. Their SUP tours take you through the beautiful waterways around Åhus and give you a chance to see the town from a unique perspective.

If you prefer kayaking, check out Kayakomat Åhus. They offer self-service kayak rentals through a simple and convenient app-based solution. You can explore the calm waters in the area and enjoy nature's beauty at your own pace.

 

Kayakomat, Åhus
Kayakomat, Åhus -Lisette Grevstad

For a more comprehensive experience on the water, visit Åhus by Water. They offer boat rentals, guided tours, and various activities. Explore the coast, enjoy fishing trips, or just relax on a boat ride while taking in the fantastic sea views.

If you, like us, love spas, there's also the option to check in at Åhus Seaside. But you can read more about this spa in an upcoming post.

Are you craving more handball after reading this? No worries, the festivities are far from over! The tournament is still ongoing, and you have the chance to experience all the fun until July 20th. Come and be a part of the handball joy!

Best regards,
The CompanyCations Team