Ordino Arcalís makes history hosting the first official Freeride World Championships!
From 1–6 February 2026, Andorra will host the first FIS Freeride World Championships (https://www.ordinoarcalis.com/es/agenda/fis-freeride-world-championships-andorra-by-mammut) at Ordino Arcalís. This will be the first-ever official Freeride World Championships, held under the umbrella of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS).
This historic event consolidates freeriding as part of the winter sports ecosystem, and paves its way towards Olympic recognition, placing Andorra at the centre of the global snow sports scene.
66 elite riders from 17 countries competing
This premiere event will feature 66 professional riders from 17 countries in four official categories: men’s skiing, women’s skiing, men’s snowboarding and women’s snowboarding. The competitor list features top international names from the professional circuit alongside national riders representing Andorra, guaranteeing sporting excellence and maximum entertainment.
A unique and one-off competition: one week to crown the champions
Unlike the Freeride World Tour, which runs throughout the season at different venues around the world, the FIS Freeride World Championships will be decided in a single decisive week of competition, from 1–6 February 2026. The contest will be more demanding, intense and exciting, as the riders will have to perform at their best in a single event to be crowned world champion.
🎉 Opening ceremony at illa Carlemany: let the party start!
On Friday 30 January at 6:30 pm, the opening ceremony will take place on the ground floor at illa Carlemany Shopping Centre, marking the official start of this historic event.
The ceremony will feature:
✅ An official parade of the 66 participating riders
✅ Special entertainment and live music
✅ Gifts handed out to attendees
✅ An autograph session with the best freeriders in the world
✅ Official presentation of the categories and competitors
The ceremony – open to all and absolutely free of charge – will last approximately one hour and offer a unique opportunity to meet the riders before the competition and to experience the excitement surrounding this event first-hand. This is yet another example of how Andorra (www.visitandorra.com) is a snow-loving country committed to hosting high-level international sporting events.
🏂 Event Village: the epicentre of action in Ordino Arcalís
On Saturday 31 January and Sunday 1 February, the Event Village will be operating from the base of the Hortell d’Ordino Arcalís, offering:
🎪 Brand exhibitions and state-of-the-art equipment tests
🎵 Live music and a festive atmosphere
📺 Giant screens to follow the competition in real time
🍔 Hospitality and food trucks
🎁 Family activities and entertainment
At the Event Village you can enjoy the full freeride experience, where both riders and fans will mingle in a wonderful atmosphere.
📅 Competition window: 1–6 February
The official competition window is open from Sunday 1 to Friday 6 February. During this period, technicians from the Ordino Arcalís resort and the Freeride World Tour will determine the exact date for the championship based on several key factors:
☀️ Optimal weather conditions
❄️ Snow quality and conditions
🛡️ Terrain safety for adventurers
🏔️ Visibility and technical conditions
This protocol guarantees the highest competitive level of sport as well as total safety for all athletes, ensuring that the competition takes place in the best possible conditions
Andorra, global epicentre of Freeriding
With this event, Andorra consolidates its position as an elite winter sports destination and evidently declares its commitment to the development and promotion of the most spectacular forms of skiing and snowboarding. The FIS Freeride World Championships in Ordino Arcalís represents a turning point in the history of international freeriding.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience a historic event. Andorra is making history… Come and experience it!
🔗 More information: [https://www.ordinoarcalis.com/es/agenda/fis-freeride-world-championships-andorra-by-mammut]
Ordino Arcalís, Andorra
📅 1–6 Feb 2026
