The Easter Open (South) Football Tournament
Spend Easter weekend playing football in the Netherlands!
The popularity of the Easter Open has grown so much that it now takes place in 3 different locations across the country. The southern arm of the event is held in the Limburg/North Brabant region with 15 different sports grounds to play on.
Friday 15th April – Monday 18th April 2022
Packages from
£275 per person
*Price based on 47 paying passengers and 1 free place
The Easter Open has become one of the largest tournaments of its kind in Europe since it began in 1999. It attracts 600 teams from 16 different countries, making it a true celebration of international football.
The tournament is open to boys and girls teams, aged U8 to U19, and with matches being held across 40 grass pitches, the scale of this event is truly remarkable.
Represent your club and country
Team entry fee included in price
Boys and girls teams aged U8 to U19 welcome
Friendly matches can be arranged
Post tournament awards presentation
Option to travel by coach or flight
European Age Groups
| Boys Age Group | Format | Birth Dates |
|---|---|---|
| U7 | 7-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2015 |
| U8 | 7-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2014 |
| U9 | 7-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2013 |
| U10 | 7-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2012 |
| U11 | 7 or 8-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2011 |
| U12 | 8-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2010 |
| U13 | 11-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2009 |
| U14 | 11-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2008 |
| U15 | 11-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2007 |
| U16 | 11-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2006 |
| U17 | 11-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2005 |
| U19 | 11-a-side | Born on or after 1st January 2004 |
Dispensation for players born between September and December:
Easter Open – 3 players in the squad
What to Expect
Day 1: Arrive Netherlands & check in. Rest of the day exploring the area at your leisure.
Day 2: Tournament begins today & spend the remainder of your day at leisure.
Day 3: Remainder of group games! Celebratory awards presentation follows.
Day 4: Time to begin your return journey home.
What’s included in your package
3 nights’ accommodation
On a self-catering basis
Travel to the tournament
By coach or air
Awards ceremony
With trophy presentations and medals issued to all participants
Use of facilities
Make the most of what your accommodation has to offer
Manage your booking online
Access to our online booking management system
Why not treat yourself to an upgrade?
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Accommodation
Center Parcs Limburgse Peel is one of our most popular football tour destinations. It is an ideal location near Eindhoven, close to a number of International football tournaments along with clubs from Holland, Germany & Belgium who want to play against British teams.
The holiday park has every amenity you would expect from an established Center Parcs Resort. Enjoy the subtropical swimming paradise, superb sports and leisure facilities, plus a range of bars and restaurants – all at great value.
Bungalows:
- 6 or 8 Berth Bungalows
- Spacious dining/lounge area with Satellite TV
- Private patio with outdoor furniture
- 1 or 2 bathrooms
- Twin Rooms
Center Parcs Limburgse Peel
Center Parcs Limburgse Peel
Center Parcs Limburgse Peel
Center Parcs Limburgse Peel
Center Parcs Limburgse Peel
Center Parcs Limburgse Peel
Book your tournament
Like what you see and want to start planning? The best way to get things moving is by speaking to one of our tournament advisors on 01708 565014 or by filling in an enquiry form online.
Things to do in the Netherlands
Eindhoven is the nearest city, but with such an action-packed weekend there is little time for excursions. However, you can visit the PSV stadium on your arrival or departure day (time permitting).
The Netherlands highlights
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- Dinoland
- Grolsch Brewery Tour
- De Weerribben National Park
- Hellendoorn Adventure Park
- Bonami SpelComputer Museum
- Theatre De Spiegel
Roode beek in Nationaal Park de Meinweg,
Dinoland
Hellendoorn Adventure Park
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