The 2025 SKIMO World Championships in Morgins
Following its successful hosting of the World Cup events in 2022 and 2023, Morgins is proud to welcome the World Ski Mountaineering Championships from 2 to 8 March 2025. This prestigious biennial competition will feature 400 athletes from 25 countries competing in a series of exciting events, including the mixed relay (3 March), vertical race (4 March), sprint (6 March), and individual race (7 March). The event will conclude with the team race (2 runners) on Saturday, 8 March.
REgion DENTS DU MIDI – Portes du Soleil
Portes du Soleil: The Ultimate Alpine Playground
The legendary Portes du Soleil is not only the largest Franco-Swiss recreational area, but also the world’s largest linked international ski area, stretching across Switzerland and France. With 12 interconnected resort villages, nearly 600 km of ski slopes, and over 300 pistes, it offers a vast playground for skiers, snowboarders, and mountain bikers of all levels. Natural playground surrounded by breathtaking views and rich alpine traditions, it’s an unparalleled destination for adventure and relaxation.
Morgins: Bridging the Swiss and French Alps
The last stop on the road to France and the gateway to the Val d’Abondance, Morgins is a vital link between the Swiss and French territories of Les Portes du Soleil. Known for its sporty, outdoorsy vibe and ruggedly alpine setting, Morgins is the perfect base camp for adventure. In summer, an extensive network of educational and scenic walking trails crisscrosses a landscape that is as comprehensive as it is diverse. In winter, Morgins is a prime destination for snowsports— and a skimo paradise. The famous Rando Parc, an official ski touring training ground adjacent to the ski slopes, allows skiers and ski tourers to co-exist in harmony.
The Illiez Valley : Home of Champions
The Illiez Valley is home to generations of champions. Catherine Mabillard, Emilie Gex-Fabry and Yannick Ecoeur have all graced the podiums of various World Championships and the Patrouille des Glaciers. For some years now, the next generation of skiers has been assured with the emergence of young talents such as Tobias Donnet, Kilian Granger and Margaux Mendes de Leon. Jérémy Knoerr from Troistorrents will also be taking part, representing Thailand.
SKI MOUNTAINEERING IN THE 2026 WINTER OLYMPICS
Following its successful introduction at the 2020 Youth Olympic Games, ski mountaineering is set to make its Olympic debut at the 2026 Winter Games in Milan. This inclusion marks a significant milestone for the sport, which has been gaining traction among winter sports enthusiasts. The 2026 Games will feature three ski mountaineering events: Men’s Sprint, Women’s Sprint, and a Mixed Relay.
The global media attention surrounding the Olympics will undoubtedly elevate the profile of ski mountaineering, introducing it to a broader audience and inspiring future athletes. This development underscores the sport’s growing appeal and its potential to become a mainstay in winter sports competitions worldwide.
