Västerås, Sweden

Welcome to the 2026 Ice and Snow Sailing World Championships

This is where wind, ice, and passion meet. And where sailors organise for sailors. The World Ice and Snow Sailing Association (WISSA) and the International Kiteboarding Association (IKA) proudly join forces again to bring the world’s fastest ice and snow sailors together for the 2026 World Championships in Västerås, Sweden. 

This historic cooperation unites the three main classes of our sport — Kite, Wing, and Sled (or Surf???) — under one shared event. Riders from all over the world will meet on the frozen waters of Lake Mälaren, transforming the bay of Västerås into a vibrant arena of wind-powered speed, skill, and camaraderie.

Västerås - a beautiful lakeside city where nature, adventure, and hospitality meet!

Västerås, with its rich maritime history and easy access from Stockholm, offers a truly exceptional venue: a beautiful lakeside city where nature, adventure, and hospitality meet. Whether you are an athlete, spectator, or supporter, you’ll hopefully experience the best of Swedish winter — crisp air, reliable ice, and a community that welcomes every visitor with warmth, enthusiasm and a possibly a sauna.

The Local Organizing Committee (LOC), led by internationally experienced athletes and supported by the Swedish Skatesailing Association in close cooperation with the JKV Sailing Club, Visit Västerås and the Swedish Ice Sailing Federation, is proud to host this international celebration of wind sports on hard water. Together, we are committed to delivering an unforgettable championship — fair, fun, and full of energy. So get ready for an action-packed week of speed, tactics and smiles on Swedish ice. Welcome to Västerås — welcome to the Ice and Snow Sailing World Championships in Sweden 2026!"