Cornaredo, located just northwest of Milan, will host the 2026 edition of ETC-H from 7 ot 9 August, 2026. The town combines direct access to major airports with the advantages of a quieter setting, making travel and accommodation logistics straightforward for all attending teams.
Venue
Sandro Pertini Sports Center
Via dello Sport 70
20007 Cornaredo (MI), Italy
Venue website: https://centrosportivocornaredo.it
The facility is a permanent, fully enclosed sports hall of roughly 700 square meters, used regularly for national and international wargaming events. Parking is available on site, including space for motorhomes. The sports center also includes a pub, restaurant, and swimming pool.
Average early-August temperatures reach about 35°C. The organizers will install industrial air coolers capable of reducing indoor temperatures by up to 10°C and will use large fans to maintain airflow. Expected indoor ranges are approximately 26–28°C.
Travel
Cornaredo sits between the A4 and A9 highways and is reachable from both Milan airports:
From Malpensa (MXP)
Malpensa Express to Cadorna Station
Metro Line M1 to Molino Dorino
Short cab transfer to Cornaredo
Organized pickups will be available.
From Linate (LIN)
Metro Line M4 to San Babila
Metro Line M1 to Molino Dorino
Short cab transfer to Cornaredo
Cab sharing from both airports is feasible.
Hotels
Cornaredo offers a selection of nearby hotels and B&Bs:
Living Hotel (★★★): directly across the street from the venue; recent price checks showed approx. €107 per night.
Hotel Le Favaglie (★★★★): Premium option at roughly €117 per night.
Multiple B&Bs are available within walking distance, often under €80 per night.
Prices may be lower for early or extended bookings.
Participation Fee
The 2026 participation fee is €720 per team / €120 per player.
This includes:
Tournament entry
Event gadget
Prizes
Lunch on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (pasta options, pizza, hamburgers, chips, unlimited soft drinks; vegetarian and allergy-friendly options included)
Payment deadline: 1 March 2026.
Additional Support for Attendees
The organizing team will provide:
Assistance with hotel arrangements and travel connections;
Guidance for those extending their stay in Milan or elsewhere in Italy;
Organized tours for partners;
A full spare team;
Two experienced umpires;
Score tracking and ranking updates;
Optional social dinners at the venue’s pub on Friday and Saturday (under €30 per evening, excluding alcoholic drinks);
Useful Links
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