THREE CITIES, ONE GREAT EVENT
From the charm of Lake Como to the sporting soul of Lecco, and the international appeal of Varese: the Open Masters Games 2027 bring the competitions to a region rich in history, nature, and sports culture.
Discover the three host cities for the Games and find the scheduled sports disciplines and all venue information for each of them.
COMO
Como is a city with a timeless charm, where history, art, and culture blend in perfect harmony.
Nestled along the shores of its world-famous lake, the city has lived through Roman, medieval, and Renaissance eras, each leaving a lasting mark on its identity.
The historic center preserves monuments of outstanding value, such as the Cathedral, a true architectural masterpiece.
Its ancient walls tell a story of defense and independence, still clearly visible today.
Como has also been home to artists, writers, and intellectuals who have celebrated its beauty throughout the centuries.
The long-standing silk tradition has made the area renowned worldwide, combining creativity with entrepreneurial excellence.
Museums, theatres, and cultural events bring life to the city all year round.
Alongside culture, Como nurtures a strong passion for sport.
Sport is an integral part of the city’s identity and community spirit.
Its sporting facilities and natural landscape support a wide range of disciplines, from water sports to mountain activities.
The city is well accustomed to welcoming athletes and hosting major international events.
For these reasons, Como represents an ideal setting for major sporting competitions.
The city is proudly preparing to host the next edition of the Open Masters Games — an event that brings together sport, inclusion, and universal values.
A unique opportunity to showcase to the world a vibrant, welcoming city deeply connected to its roots.
LECCO
Lecco will be another host city of the Open Masters Games 2027, together with Como and Varese, contributing its unique character and rich history to the event.
Overlooking the eastern branch of Lake Como and surrounded by mountains, Lecco is a city deeply connected to its natural environment.
Its identity is shaped by the meeting of water and rock, landscape and urban life.
Rich in history, Lecco is also renowned for its cultural and literary heritage, closely linked to the figure of Alessandro Manzoni.
The historic center preserves traces of the city’s industrial and artisanal past, which played a key role in its development.
Sport has always been a central element of life in Lecco. The surrounding mountains have made the city a cradle of mountaineering and sport climbing. The lake provides an ideal setting for a wide range of water sports practiced at all levels. Hiking, cycling, and outdoor disciplines are part of the area’s sporting traditions.
The city boasts long-standing experience in hosting sporting events and developing athletes. Lecco therefore presents itself as an ideal host for the Open Masters Games: an authentic, dynamic city deeply rooted in the sporting culture of the region.
VARESE
Varese is another splendid host city of the Open Masters Games, together with Como and Lecco, offering a setting of outstanding charm and quality.
A city rich in history and culture, Varese is known as the “Garden City” for the harmony between architecture, nature, and landscape.
Its territory is characterized by rolling hills, historic parks, and elegant residences of great artistic value. The city center preserves clear traces of a noble and dynamic past that remain visible today.
Sport represents a fundamental element of Varese’s identity. Lake Varese has always been the heart of the city’s sporting traditions.
Its waters are an international reference point for rowing and water sports.
Over the years, the lake has hosted high-level competitions and training camps for athletes from all over the world. The area’s sports facilities ensure high standards and strong organizational expertise.
Alongside water sports, Varese boasts important traditions in indoor sports, with basketball standing out as a true excellence at both national and international level. At the same time, the territory offers ideal conditions for outdoor sports, with a strong vocation for cycling and handball, practiced in a natural setting of great beauty.
The city is well accustomed to hosting major international sporting events. For these reasons, Varese stands out as a perfect venue for numerous Open Masters Games competitions.
A welcoming, elegant city, deeply connected to its territory.
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