FIS Freeride World Championships 2026 (Andorra)
Historic first edition in Ordino Arcalís
Date
Location
Ordino Arcalís
Andorra
Organizer
Historic premiere in Andorra
The 2026 FIS Freeride World Championships will be the first time an official freeride world championship title has been awarded. The venue is Ordino Arcalís, a renowned freeride area in the Pyrenees that has already hosted numerous FWT events and is known for its challenging lines. Here is the trailer.
Competition format & time slot
The Championship will take place within a weather window from 1-6 February 2026. The exact contest day will be chosen at short notice to guarantee optimal safety and fair conditions. Each rider has only one run - mistakes are fatal, top lines are crucial.
Categories & athletes
A total of 66 athletes will be competing in four categories:
Ski men
Ski women
Snowboard men
Snowboard women
The starting field is made up of FWT rankings, continental quotas, wildcards, and host places. The aim is to have a balanced, international line-up. You can find detailed information on this at FIS.
Qualification & Conditions of Participation
The qualification phase ran between 1 May 2024 and 30 April 2025. National entry limits are intended to ensure the fairest possible international distribution. The field of competitors is correspondingly high-calibre.
Importance for the freeride scene
The introduction of a FIS World Championship title marks an important step in the professionalisation of freeride sports. For fans, this means an event at the highest riding level - with a historic character.
