The Virtus European Summer Games marked a major milestone in the growth of inclusive sport in Europe, bringing together nearly 600 athletes with intellectual impairments from over 18 countries for a week of elite competition, friendship and celebration.

Held in Cracow, Poland from 16–24 July 2022, the Games were the second edition of the Virtus European Regional Games and were hosted by SPRAWNI-RAZEM. Athletes from countries including Belgium, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and Turkey came together in an environment built on fairness, respect and community. The Games also welcomed invited athletes from Australia and Ecuador to compete in the Tennis and Cycling World Championships, which were organised alongside the European Games.

Athletes competed across nine sports: Athletics, Swimming, Table Tennis, Basketball, Handball, Tennis, Cycling, Rowing and Badminton.

The Games also marked a historic moment for Virtus with the debut of badminton in the Virtus competition calendar, further expanding opportunities for athletes with intellectual impairments.

Competitions took place across multiple venues in Cracow, while cycling events were held in the scenic Niepołomice Forest outside the city.