2026 Gudauri Freeride Week Qualifier

Location & Setting
Gudauri is a major ski resort in Georgia, situated high in the Greater Caucasus mountains along the Georgian Military Highway. The resort village itself ranges roughly 2000 m to 2750 m above sea level and is one of the highest permanent settlements in Europe.

Ski Area
Lifts run from about 1,990 m up to ~3,270–3,279 m above sea level. Total ski slopes are over 57–75 km with terrain for beginners through advanced skiers. The resort is especially known for off-piste and freeride skiing, with many open high-alpine areas. Multiple gondolas and chairlifts serve the slopes (e.g., Pirveli, Soliko, Shino, Snow Park, Kudebi, Sadzele).