History and competitive sport will intersect on Sunday, November 8, 2026, when the Vecchio Borgo Castello in Forino hosts the sixth round of the 11th Campania Archery Cup, corriereirpinia.it reported. The event brings archers and spectators to one of the most distinctive backdrops in the Irpino territory, combining technical precision with the medieval ambiance of the ancient village.
Twenty target stations winding through the ancient village
Organizers have laid out a 20-station open-class course across the castle’s historical grounds. This setup forces competitors to read the unique terrain, testing their balance, equipment control, and spatial awareness rather than relying solely on flat-range repetition. Campania Archery ASD holds the organizational reins under CONI registration number 289214 and code CAM-BN0172, working alongside the Elfi delle Terre Calde and I Lupi Irpini groups with backing from the ASI entity and the Castello APS association.
Strict pre-registration deadlines and schedule for competitors
Competitors faced a firm deadline of 5:00 PM on Friday, November 6, to submit their pre-registration forms and pairing requests to [email protected]. Organizers warned that late submissions would not guarantee matched groupings. On Sunday, participants must gather for registration at 9:00 AM local time before the official whistle blows for the start of shooting at 10:00 AM. A food service offering made-to-order panini and pizza will operate on-site throughout the day for athletes and their guests.
Access routes and travel details for the Forino venue
Travelers arriving from Salerno or Reggio Calabria are advised by organizers to take the Montoro Inferiore exit off the Salerno-Avellino highway spur. Drivers coming from Naples should use the Avellino Ovest exit on the Naples-Bari motorway, while those arriving from Bari should exit at Avellino Est. From there, motorists simply follow local signs pointing toward Forino and look for dedicated event markers reading “GARA.” Organizers Vincenzo (388 8984660) and Paolo Pio (347 0105615) remain available for further logistical inquiries as the tournament approaches.
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