Berlin HEMA Cup 2025

1. August 2025

Review of the Berlin HEMA Cup 2025

On the first weekend of March 2025, the very first Berlin HEMA Cup took place. Over 150 participants from 23 countries came to Berlin to compete across two days in longsword, saber, and rapier & dagger tournaments — each held in both Open and Women+ categories.

The Berlin HEMA Cup was a joint project by Schildwache Potsdam, OSC Berlin, and Twerchhau Berlin. The goal was to organize a well-run tournament while also strengthening HEMA as a sport, hobby, and community in Berlin — and to make it even more appealing to newcomers and spectators.

Our Vision

An International Tournament

We aim to establish the Berlin HEMA Cup as an international tournament that attracts fencers from as many countries as possible. It should serve as a platform where athletes from different disciplines can meet and engage under fair conditions.


Equal Opportunities for Women and Minorities

A key aspect of our vision is ensuring equal opportunities for women and minorities. With dedicated Women+ categories, fair slot allocation, and equal visibility, we’re creating structures that give everyone the same chance to prove themselves in competition.

Rankings and HEMA Ratings

We support the DDHF Rangliste as well as HEMA Ratings because they provide a long-term and transparent way to evaluate performance. Our goal is to help establish comparable standards not only across Germany but internationally — raising both the level and visibility of the sport.


Community

Beyond the competitive aspect, building and nurturing the HEMA community is a core priority. The Berlin HEMA Cup is an opportunity to make new connections and strengthen existing friendships — both on and off the fencing floor.


Thank You to Everyone Involved

A huge thank you to all participants, referees, and volunteers — without you, this tournament would not have been possible. We’re also grateful to our sponsors for their support.

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Congratulations to Our Members

We congratulate our members on their outstanding results:

  • Djordje Mijailovic: 1st Saber Open
  • Jesse Gerdes: 3rd Saber Open
  • Melissa Kleiß: 1st Saber Women+
  • Melissa Kleiß: 1st Rapier & Dagger Women+

We’re proud of you!

Training Weapons and Protective Equipment. Suppliers

2. Oktober 2026
Below you will find links to manufacturers and retailers of weapons and simulators for Historical European Martial Arts. There are still many outdated models on the market that are only suitable for limited use. Before making a purchase, ask your instructors or fellow practitioners for advice, or check YouTube, Discord, and other sources. Individual disciplines often have their own specialised products and suppliers. The ones listed here are those that are relevant across multiple disciplines. The suppliers are listed here in two categories: Retailers: They purchase equipment from manufacturers and resell it. This often means higher prices for customers, but usually also significantly faster delivery and more reliable communication. Some retailers also offer their own product lines. Manufacturers: Buying directly from manufacturers often means lower prices and more options for customisation, but it can also involve significant delivery delays and less professional communication. Some manufacturers do not sell through retailers and offer their products exclusively through direct sales.

Trainingswaffen und Schutzausrüstung – Anbieter

2. Oktober 2026
Im Folgenden findet Ihr Links zu Herstellern und Händlern von Waffen und Simulatoren für das Historische Fechten. Es gibt noch viele veraltete Modelle auf dem Markt, die nur eingeschränkt nutzbar sind. Informiert euch vor einem Kauf bei euren Trainern, euren Mittrainierenden oder YouTube, Discord etc. Für einzelne Disziplinen gibt es oft noch spezielle Produkte oder Anbieter, hier sind die gelistet, die übergreifend relevant sind. Die Anbieter sind hier in 2 Kategorien gelistet: Händler: Kaufen Ausrüstung bei Herstellern und vertreiben diese. Damit gehen oft für den Kunden höhere Kosten, aber meist auch deutlich schnellere Lieferungen und verlässlichere Kommunikation einher. Manche Händler haben eigene Produktreihen. Hersteller: Der direkte Kontakt zu den Herstellern sorgt oft für geringere Preise und Individualisierungsmöglichkeiten, aber häufig stark verzögerte Lieferungen und/oder weniger professionelle Kommunikation. Einige Hersteller bieten ihre Produkte nicht über Händler, sondern nur direkt an.

Berlin Duelling Days 2026

22. August 2026
Berlin Duelling Days This Time with a Team Tournament

Berlin Duelling Days IV.

22. August 2026
Berlin Duelling Days diesmal mit Team Turnier

Medal Table: A Strong Start to the 2026 Tournament Season

18. Juni 2026
Twerchhau Coaches Make Their Mark Internationally

Medaillenspiegel: Großartige Turniersaison im ersten Halbjahr 2026

18. Juni 2026
Twerchhau-Coaches überzeugen auf internationaler Bühne

Twerchhau is now Berlin’s largest fencing club

1. April 2026
Historical fencing is no longer a niche. According to a document from the Berliner Fechterbund , Twerchhau has now become the largest fencing club in Berlin. The Berliner Fechterbund is the governing body that organizes fencing at the state level in Berlin. This means that, due to its strong growth, Twerchhau is now larger than any other Olympic fencing club in the city.

Twerchhau ist jetzt Berlins größter Fechtverein

1. April 2026
Historisches Fechten ist keine Nische mehr. Wie wir einem Dokument des Berliner Fechterbundes entnehmen konnten, ist Twerchhau inzwischen der größte Fechtverein Berlins. Der Berliner Fechterbund ist der Sportfachverband, der den Fechtsport auf Landesebene in Berlin organisiert. Das bedeutet, dass Twerchhau durch sein starkes Wachstum nun größer ist als jeder andere olympische Fechtverein in der Stadt.

The Berlin HEMA Cup 2026

1. April 2026
The Berlin HEMA Cup 2026 is behind us and it has set new standards. With nearly 200 participants, around 80 volunteers and over 30 referees, it was the largest HEMA tournament ever held in Germany. Fencers from a total of 28 nations traveled to Berlin to compete in an intense international competition.
Das größte HEMA Turnier der deutschen Geschichte liegt hinter uns.

Berlin HEMA Cup 2026

27. März 2026
Der Berlin HEMA Cup 2026 liegt hinter uns: und hat Maßstäbe gesetzt. Mit knapp 200 Teilnehmern, rund 80 Volunteers und über 30 Kampfrichtern war er das größte HEMA-Turnier, das jemals in Deutschland ausgerichtet wurde. Fechterinnen und Fechter aus insgesamt 28 Nationen reisten nach Berlin, um sich in einem intensiven, internationalen Wettkampf zu messen.