The 2026 challenges
Eight professionals and seven juniors, chosen by the organisers on motivation and experience, faced five challenges:
- an arrangement inspired by a Dutch old master
- a portable floral umbrella
- wearable floral art inspired by Iris van Herpen
- a hand-tied bouquet made during the final
- a small construction made during the final
Recent winners
| Year | Winner | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Joyce Brueren (professionals), Gerrit van Aalst (juniors) | Both qualify for the 2027 European championship |
| 2024 | Franka Roenhorst, Groningen | Went on to World Cup Floral Art 2025 |
Sources
Checked November 2026. Dates and rules change, so check the official site before you travel or enter.
