Engadinsnow, Silvaplana GR
25-29 January 2023
The Engadinsnow event takes place on the north face of the Corvatsch. Here the best freeride skiers will compete with each other. The only competition in the world where you run parallel.
Two freeriders start at the same time and the better one qualifies for the next race. While evaluating the lines, attention is paid to the difficulty of the jumps, their safety and fluency.
You can find more information here.
Nendaz Freeride, Nendaz VS
12 January – 8 March 2023
Nendaz is part of the 4 Vallées ski region and has become one of the prime locations for freeride competitions. The world’s best freeriders gather here and qualify for the World Tour finals.
There are a total of seven freeride events in different categories where freeride riders compete against each other. You can find out on the website on which days the relevant competitions are held. Various events are organized in the village for guests participating in Freeride events. There will even be a music and film festival in Nendaz.
You can find more information here.
Festival of Free Ride and Safety, Bivio GR
13-15 January 2023
There will be a freeride themed event at Bivio GR on the weekend of January 13. The small ski area in front of Julier Pass is ideal for off-piste activities. At the Freeride and Safety Festival, visitors learn more about avalanche safety in the workshops and how to behave off-hill.
You can also take part in guided ski tours and free descents where you can learn vital skills. In addition to downhill runs and workshops, there is a snow bar and various parties with DJs.
Registration required for freeride descent.
You can find more information here.
No Limits, Bruson VS
12 and 19 February 2023
The freeride event at Bruson VS consists of three freeride races at the Verbier ski area. Around 250 freeride riders from fifteen different countries compete against each other in the races. Two of the races in Bruson qualify for the «Freedride World» race.
Participants walk up the mountain for approximately 30 minutes to the starting point of the race. From there the deep snow race begins.
You can find more information here.
First Track Freeride, Chandolin VS
25 March 2023
The First Track freeride competition has been held in Val d’Anniviers for several years. The competition is one of the stages that qualify for the Freeride World Tour. It is divided into four categories for skiing and snowboarding, and men and women. After a descent, participants are judged by the jury for the fluency, control and originality of their lines.
The competition is best viewed from the Tsapé restaurant, where there is a large screen, DJs play music and other events are possible.
You can find more information here.
Xtreme vs Verbier
25 March – 2 April 2023
After the previous four competitions, the best free riders compete against each other in the final stage. The grand finale of the Freeride World Tour will be held again this year at Bec des Rosses at Verbier VS. During the Freeride Festival, there are stands in the village and on the slopes where you can have a drink and learn about the competition.
Participants from all over the world test their skills here on the hillside near Mont-Fortes peak. Who do you think will win the world championship this year?
You can find more information here.