Puy Saint Vincent, land of major sporting events this winter
This winter, Puy Saint Vincent confirms its status as a benchmark sporting resort in the Southern Alps.
From December to March, the resort hosts four major competitions, bringing together international athletes, young talent and winter sports enthusiasts.
Alpine skiing, snowboard cross, freeride and ski mountaineering: each discipline finds here a field of expression equal to the demands of the highest level. An intense winter of performance, spectacle and mountain energy.
Freeride World Qualifier
march 7 & 8, 2026 - Puy Saint Vincent
The Freeride World Qualifier in Puy Saint Vincent marks an innovative milestone in the history of freeride.
For the first time anywhere in the world, riders will be offered a specially designed slope. Natural snow modules, integrated into the terrain, will be used to create more committed, technical and creative lines, while respecting the freeride spirit.
The sporting program
march 7, 2026: Freeride World Qualifier Junior
Young talent gets the ball rolling. A day dedicated to the new generation of freeriders, ready to push back their limits.march 8, 2026: Freeride World Qualifier 2*
Confirmed riders take to the slopes in an official 2-star event on the world circuit.
👉 Registration and official information
More than just a competition
In Puy Saint Vincent, the Freeride World Qualifier is experienced as a genuine freeride festival, over several days.
On the program:
Workshops on prevention and safety equipment (avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe)
Film screenings dedicated to freeride culture
Activities open to all
Concerts and a few surprises to extend the experience
Whether you're a rider, a mountain enthusiast or just curious, you'll share the energy of a unique event in the Southern Alps.
Elite World Cup & Youth World Championship - Ski mountaineering
march 25 to 29, 2026 - Puy Saint Vincent
The highlight of the winter season, Puy Saint Vincent hosts the Elite World Cup and the Junior World Championship in ski mountaineering.
International recognition for the resort, which has established itself as a benchmark venue for this Olympic discipline.
A land of ski mountaineering
Since 2011, Puy Saint Vincent has been the venue for international ski mountaineering competitions.
Over the years, the resort has developed recognized expertise in organizing technical, demanding and spectacular events. Today, ski mountaineering is an integral part of the resort's sporting DNA, in perfect harmony with its natural terrain and the mountain spirit of the Southern Alps.
Once again this year, the world's best athletes and young international hopefuls will compete on courses combining ascent, descent and portage, in a spectacular high-altitude environment.
The race program
Wednesday, March 25:
Individual Race - Elite World Cup & Junior World ChampionshipThursday, March 26:
Vertical Race - Elite World Cup & Junior World ChampionshipFriday, March 27:
Sprint - Elite World CupSaturday, March 28:
Sprint - Junior World ChampionshipSunday, March 29:
Relay - Junior World Championship
A complete, rhythmic and spectacular program, promising five days of excitement in the heart of the Massif.
An open, unifying event
As well as sporting performance, this event is also an opportunity for the whole valley to get together.
Would you like to get involved?
👉 Become a volunteer!
Contact us by e-mail at: l.dureault@puysaintvincent.info
Join the organizing team and take a behind-the-scenes look at an international event in the heart of Puy Saint Vincent.
Experience Puy Saint Vincent
Beyond competitions, Puy Saint Vincent is a family and sports resort, dedicated to nature and wide-open spaces. Skiing, outdoor activities, high altitude panoramas and a friendly atmosphere are all part of its identity.
