The Austurland Freeride Festival is an annual mountain skiing and snowboarding event headquartered in Eskifjörður and using the Oddskarð ski area as its base. It was created by local enthusiasts: mountain guides and skiing pros who know these mountains well and could see the potential of a winter festival with a difference. The festival is usually held in end of February or beginning of March each year.
Austurland Freeride Festival 2023. Photo: Chris Burkard
What is the Freeride Festival?
The Austurland Freeride Festival is an annual mountain skiing and snowboarding event headquartered in Eskifjörður and using the Oddskarð ski area as its base. It was created by local enthusiasts: mountain guides and skiing pros who know these mountains well and could see the potential of a winter festival with a difference.
The festival began in 2020 and has become more popular each year, giving snow-lovers the chance to enjoy stunning Austurland scenery and slopes, with guidance from experienced local mountaineers.
Austurland Freeride Festival 2023. Photo: Chris Burkard
More information
- The best source of information is the Austurland Freeride Festival Facebook page.
- The event’s Instagram account will give you some idea of the impressive peaks.
- For more details, contact Sævar Guðjónsson and Berglind Ingvarsdóttir from Mjóeyri Travel Service in Eskifjörður.
Austurland Freeride Festival 2023. Photo: Chris Burkard