European Puzzle Championship (EJPC)

A competition that unites Europe

Since its creation, the EJPC has been aiming to unite European puzzlers. Each edition takes place in a different country, allowing you to discover new cultures while testing your skills. Individual, in pairsand , by teams, each requiring a unique blend of concentration, communication and address.

This championship isn’t just about speed. Accuracy is crucial: a badly placed piece can waste precious minutes. Some participants use strategies worthy of the greatest failures: sort by color, outline first, or spot specific patterns. It is this mixture of technique and speed that makes the EJPC fascinating to puzzle enthusiasts and curious people.

Editions of the EPCJ

• EJPC 2025 – Budapest, Hungary The first ever EPC. This edition laid the foundations for the European Championship, with events Individual, in duo and in teams. The puzzles of the 2025 EJPC are derived from existing collections of Ravensburger and Trefl.
• EJPC 2026 Turkey (foreseen) The next edition promises even more ambitious puzzles and new challenges.

Why follow the EPCJ

• Speed and accuracy Every piece counts, and every second can make a difference.
• Various formats Individual, duo, team ⁇ each with their own strategies.
• Community and sharing Workshops, exhibitions and exchanges with enthusiasts and illustrators.
• Innovation Each edition introduces new types of puzzles, new recordings and new editing techniques.

A Promising Future

With each edition, the EPCJ is gaining in popularity and attracting more and more participants. The field of experimentation for assembly strategiesThe upcoming editions promise even more complex puzzles, more creative challenges and surprising places.