Get ready for an exhilarating weekend of thrilling tosses and friendly competition at ACL Slovakia Open! From April 12th to 14th, Slovakia will play host to the much-anticipated ACL Cornhole Tournament. Cornhole enthusiasts from across the Europe are gearing up for this extraordinary event, where precision, strategy, and a bit of luck all come into play.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just looking to have some fun, this tournament promises an unforgettable experience. The picturesque backdrop of Slovakia adds a unique charm to the proceedings, making it not only a battle of skills but also a celebration of community and camaraderie.
This is an action-packed event guide that will take you through the schedule, rules, and highlights of the ACL Cornhole Tournament. It’s time to bring your A-game and most importantly, have a blast with fellow cornhole enthusiasts!
Location
Domaniža is a village situated in the north-western part of Slovakia, known for its beautiful surroundings and the gothic / renaissance church from the 14th century.
The tournament will be held in The Gym of Elemantary School in Domaniža.
The Gym is approximately 40 x 20 m with 150 seats around the walls.
Video of the gym: https://youtube.com/shorts/k2As6hwEwPc?feature=share
Location of the Gym: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jU7RmjUEoMp8o5dD9
How to get to the event
By CAR
drive to the following location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jU7RmjUEoMp8o5dD9.
Most of you will use the highway, which is by far the fastest route. The Slovak electronic vignette can be purchased here: https://eznamka.sk/en
There are more than 100 parking places close to the gym. Just follow the directions on site.
The following map shows the village Domaniža with marked roads from Považská Bystrica (blue) and from Ekorezort Vendelín (green). Restaurant, Pizzeria and local Supermarket are marked on the map as well.
By PLANE to Bratislava (BTS)
Drive from Bratislava airport:
Driving is the fastest and simplest way how to get from BTS airport to Domaniža. The drive will take approximately 1 h, 45 min. Follow these google maps directions.
Taking the highway is by far the fastest route. The electronic vignette can be purchased here: https://eznamka.sk/en
Train from Bratislava:
You can take a train from Bratislava to Považská Bystrica. Trains in this direction leave approximately every 2 hours. You can find your connection at https://www.zssk.sk/en/ . The train usually takes between 1:40 – 2 hours.
Považská Bystrica to Domaniža
Taxi from train station in Považská Bystrica to the venue in Domaniža should cost you approximately 15 – 20 eur.
By PLANE to Vienna (VIE)
Drive from Vienna airport to Domaniža:
Drive from Vienna Airport takes approximately 2,5 hours. Follow these Google maps directions.
The drive from Vienna airport will take you via both Austrian and Slovak highways. You can buy the electronic vignettes here:
Austria: https://www.asfinag.at/en/toll/vignette/
Slovakia: https://eznamka.sk/en
Bus – Vienna airport to Bratislava:
There are multiple providers. A few of them can be found here:
https://global.flixbus.com/bus-routes/bus-vienna-airport-bratislava
https://www.slovaklines.sk/en/world/destinations-and-experiences/schwechat-airport
Accommodation
Ekorezort VENDELIN
Link: https://ekorezort.sk/
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oDM7vnY4Dkks2DuD8
Description: The resort is surrounded by beautiful nature and offers amazing views.
Distance to venue: 11 km
In case of interest, there is an option of a shuttle bus that would go to the venue in the morning and back to Ekorezort at night.
Double room (2 persons): 59 EUR/night, optional extra bed for 10 EUR/night, including breakfast
Family bungalow for up-to 5 persons: 149 EUR/night, including breakfast
Booking:
When booking use code: ACL Slovakia Open. Please book before March 13th. After this date, booking will be open to public.
Email: recepcia@ekorezort.sk
Phone: +421 918 908 684 (in case of weak signal, call via WhatsApp or Viber)
Penzión BYSTRICA
Link: https://penzionbystrica.sk/
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ea4d6smi1cvDgTDm9
Description: The hotel is located in the center of Považská Bystrica, home of the largest Cornhole club in Slovakia. The hotel is walking distance from supermarkets such as Kaufland or Lidl.
Distance to venue: 20 km
Single room: 50 eur/night, including breakfast
Double room (2 persons): 72 EUR/night, including breakfast
Booking:
When booking use code: ACL Slovakia Open. Please book before April 1st. After this date, booking will be open to public.
Email: bystrica@penzionbystrica.sk
Phone: +421 42 426 2586
Other Accommodation options
Higher standard:
Spa Aphrodite, Rajecké Teplice: https://www.spa.sk/en/hotels
Distance to venue: 18 km
Description: multiple hotels in a Spa resort, Located in Rajecké Teplice
Higher standard:
Gino Park Palace, Orlové, Považská Bystrica: https://parkpalace.sk/en/rooms/
Distance to venue: 23 km
Description: The hotel is situated in a historical manor house from the 17th century.
Low standard:
Hotel Garni, Považská Bystrica: https://www.hotelgarni.sk/
Distance to venue: 20 km
Description: Basic accommodation situated in Považská Bystrica. Price for a double room starts from 43 EUR/room/night
Food and Drinks
Food and drinks will be available directly at the venue bar/buffet.
FOOD: selection of 2 warm meals and other snacks such as hot-dog or strudel, available each day
DRINKS: draft beer, Radler, tea, coffee, non-alcoholic drinks available throughout the entire tournament
Friday special – beer for only 1 EUR
Event formats
Junior Singles: tournament open for Juniors aged 7 – 14. Tournament format will be: rounders + single elimination (number of rounds in rounders depending on number of players). Event capacity: Max 128 players.
*Throwing distance will be adjusted based on age. This applies only to Junior Singles event. In all other events, Juniors will be playing from standard throwing distance.
SWAP: rounders + single elimination (number of rounds in rounders depending on number of players). Event capacity: Max 128 players.
Open Singles: after rounders, players are divided into Tier 1 and Tier 2 which are played in double elimination format (number of rounds in rounders depending on number of players). Event capacity: Max 128 players.
Open Blind Draw: rounders + single elimination (number of rounds in rounders depending on number of players). Event capacity: Max 128 players.
Women’s Singles: rounders + single elimination (number of rounds in rounders depending on number of players). Event capacity: Max 128 players.
*Women’s Singles will only take place if sufficient number of players register
Open Doubles: after rounders, players are divided into Tier 1 and Tier 2 which are played in double elimination format (number of rounds in rounders depending on number of players). Event capacity: Max 64 teams.