About the World Gymnaestrada Amsterdam 2023

The very first edition of the World Gymnaestrada was held in the Netherlands (Rotterdam) in 1953, under the motto ‘Joy of Life in Gymnastics’. The Netherlands (Amsterdam) again hosted the World Gymnaestrada in 1991. Compared to 1953, the number of participating countries had doubled to 28 and the number of participants almost quadrupled to 19,500. In terms of the number of participants, the World Gymnaestrada then was the second largest event held in Amsterdam, after the 1928 Olympic Games.

In 2023, exactly 70 years after the first edition of the World Gymnaestrada, Amsterdam again hopes to welcome you to this event. Faithful to the founding principles, but with a fresh and innovative interpretation for a new generation. Amsterdam is the city of tolerance, connection, sport, fun and culture. These are touchpoints that also apply to the World Gymnaestrada, one of the most splendid events in global sports. Get ready to be amazed!