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The Engadinsnow event takes place near Silvaplana GR on the north face of Corvatsch.
Engadinsnow, Silvaplana GR
January 25-29, 2023
The Engadinsnow event takes place on the north face of the Corvatsch. Here the best freeride skiers will compete against each other. It’s the only competition in the world where you drive parallel.
Two freeriders start at the same time, with the better one qualifying for the following race. When evaluating the lines, attention is paid to the difficulty of the jumps, safety and flow.
You can find more information here.
Nendaz Freeride, Nendaz VS
January 12 to March 8, 2023
Nendaz is part of the 4 Vallées ski area and has become one of the most important locations for freeride competitions. The best freeriders in the world come together 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 which days the respective competitions take place on the website. There are various activities in the village for the guests of the freeride events. Even a music and film festival will take place in Nendaz.
You can find more information here.
Vote for the most beautiful ski areas in Switzerland
Blick and Switzerland Tourism are once again looking for the best ski areas in Switzerland and present the Blick Winter Awards 2022/23. Where are the best ski and snowboard slopes? Where are the most beautiful cross-country ski runs or the best gastronomic offer? At www.winterawards.ch you can vote for your favorites in six categories and win great prizes. Stop by and join in!
Blick and Switzerland Tourism are once again looking for the best ski areas in Switzerland and present the Blick Winter Awards 2022/23. Where are the best ski and snowboard slopes? Where are the most beautiful cross-country ski runs or the best gastronomic offer? At www.winterawards.ch you can vote for your favorites in six categories and win great prizes. Stop by and join in!
Freeride and Safety Festival, Bivio GR
January 13-15, 2023
On the weekend of January 13th in Bivio GR there will be an event on the theme of freeride. The small ski area in front of the Julier Pass is ideal for off-piste activities. At the Freeride and Safety Festival, visitors learn more about avalanche safety and how to behave off the slopes in workshops.
You can also take part in guided ski tours and freeride descents, where you can learn vital skills. In addition to the downhill runs and workshops, there is a snow bar and various parties with DJs.
Registration is required for the freeride descent.
You can find more information here.
February 12 and 19, 2023
The freeride event in Bruson VS consists of three freeride races in 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.
The participants walk about 30 minutes up the mountain to the starting point of the race. From there the deep snow race starts.
You can find more information here.
Take advantage of last-minute hotel deals now
Fancy a winter break in the mountains? As part of this year’s edition of the Blick Winter Awards, we are offering attractive hotel deals together with Switzerland Travel Centre. Stop by and benefit from exclusive last-minute deals with at least 20 percent off the daily rate!
Fancy a winter break in the mountains? As part of this year’s edition of the Blick Winter Awards, we are offering attractive hotel deals together with Switzerland Travel Centre. Stop by and benefit from exclusive last-minute deals with at least 20 percent off the daily rate!
First Track Freeride, Chandolin VS
March 25, 2023
The First Track freeride competition has been held in the Val d’Anniviers for several years. The competition is one of the stages qualifying for the Freeride World Tour. It is divided into four categories: ski and snowboard as well as men and women. After a descent, the participants are evaluated by the jury according to fluidity, control and originality of their line.
The competition is best viewed from the Tsapé restaurant, where there is a large screen, DJs play music and other activities are possible.
You can find more information here.
March 25 to April 2, 2023
After four previous competitions, the best freeriders compete against each other in the last stage. The big final of the Freeride World Tour will take place again this year at Bec des Rosses in Verbier VS. During the Freeride Festival there are stands in the village and on the slopes where you can have a drink and find out about the competition.
Participants from all over the world test their skills here on the slope near the Mont-Fortes summit. Who do you think will win the world title this year?
You can find more information here.