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The Helsinki Experience | Finland
Arrival:
11-07-2027
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Departure:
17-07-2027
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- 15-06-2027
- U7-U18
- Hotel
- holiday
Experience Summer in Helsinki
Set in Helsinki, Finland, the Helsinki Cup offers referees the opportunity to experience international football while discovering one of Northern Europe’s most exciting summer destinations. During tournament week, football takes over the Helsinki metropolitan area, with matches played across Helsinki, Espoo and Vantaa. Away from the pitch, referees can explore Helsinki’s lively city centre, waterfront, islands, restaurants and famous Nordic culture. With long summer days and an excellent public transport network, there is plenty to discover between matches and during your free time. Helsinki Cup also creates an atmosphere that extends far beyond the football pitches, with tournament events, entertainment and activities bringing players, referees and visitors together throughout the week. It is the perfect setting to combine an unforgettable refereeing experience with a summer trip to Finland.
Detailed information
- University Residence or Hotel accommodation throughout the tournament week
- Unlimited use of the Helsinki’s public transport system to get to and from games
- Full board including breakfast, lunch and dinner on-site at the tournament’s meal centres
- Exclusive Referee Abroad Kit by Macron
- Basic health insurance
- Referee Abroad staff on-site all week
Not included
- Flights or transportation to and from the tournament base
Referees are accommodated in comfortable university residences or hotels in Helsinki for the duration of their stay, providing a convenient base throughout the tournament. The hotels offer easy access to Helsinki’s public transport network, making it simple to travel between the accommodation, tournament fields and city centre.
Staying together with fellow referees creates a friendly and international atmosphere away from the pitch, giving officials the opportunity to relax, exchange experiences and build connections throughout the week.
Located on the shores of the Baltic Sea, Helsinki offers the perfect setting for an unforgettable week of international football. During the Helsinki Cup, matches are played across the Helsinki metropolitan area, giving referees the opportunity to experience different parts of Helsinki, Espoo and Vantaa.
July is an ideal time to discover the Finnish capital, with exceptionally long summer days and daylight stretching late into the evening. During tournament week, the sun doesn’t set until around 10:30 PM, with the sky remaining light even later — giving referees plenty of time to explore after their matches. Referees can discover Helsinki’s lively city centre, visit the famous Market Square, take a ferry to the historic Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, explore the city’s beautiful islands and coastline, or experience an authentic Finnish sauna.
With international football, Nordic culture, seaside scenery and almost endless summer evenings, Helsinki provides an incredible destination for referees looking to combine their passion for football with a memorable summer experience abroad.
Referees are expected to arrive in Helsinki on 11 July 2027 and depart on 17 July 2027. Referees are responsible for arranging and purchasing their own flights to and from Finland.
Helsinki Airport (HEL) is the main international gateway and provides excellent connections to the Helsinki metropolitan area. The airport has its own railway station directly beneath the terminal, with regular I and P trains connecting the airport to Helsinki city centre in approximately 30 minutes.
During the tournament, referees will receive free public transportation, making it easy to travel between their accommodation, tournament venues and different areas of Helsinki. With an extensive network of trains, trams, buses and metro services, getting around the city and between matches is simple and convenient.
