WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2026
Owińska Poland
05-08 NOVEMBER 2026
05 -08 NOVEMBER 2026
The Canicross World Championship 2026 will take place in the city of Owińska, Poland, from November 5 to 8. The event is organized by the Polish Association of Sleddog Sports and held under the auspices of the International Canicross Federation (ICF), in accordance with its official international regulations. Athletes from around the world will compete in the disciplines of Canicross, Bikejoring, and Scooter across various age categories (men, women, juniors, and veterans). The competition will be held on a certified natural trail, approved by the local organizing committee for its safety and suitability.
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Location Owińska,
Where Nature, Tradition, and Sport Come Together
Owińska, Poland — The International Canicross Federation (ICF) is pleased to announce that the ICF World Canicross Championship 2026 will be held in Owińska, Poland, from 05 to 08 November 2026. The event is organized by the Polish Association of Sleddog Sports, under the auspices of the ICF and in full accordance with its official international regulations.
Nestled just north of the historic city of Poznań, Owińska offers an exceptional natural setting for one of the world’s premier dog-sport events. Known for its scenic forest landscapes, pristine nature reserves, and direct access to the Puszcza Zielonka Landscape Park, Owińska provides the ideal environment for top-level competition. The championship courses will run through certified natural trails, approved for both safety and athletic suitability by the local organizing committee.
Athletes from across the globe will compete in the disciplines of Canicross, Bikejoring, and Scooter, representing multiple age categories including men, women, juniors, and veterans. The varied terrain, forest paths, and natural elevation changes of Owińska will offer a world-class racing experience for both athletes and their canine partners.
Beyond the competitive arena, the region invites visitors to explore its cultural and environmental highlights, including the historic Owińska Palace, the renowned Sensory Garden, and the wider attractions of the Poznań area. Participants and spectators will also have the opportunity to enjoy authentic Polish hospitality and regional cuisine.
The ICF World Canicross Championship 2026 promises to be a landmark event — a global celebration of athleticism, teamwork, and the unique bond between humans and dogs, set against the inspiring backdrop of one of Poland’s most distinctive natural regions.
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information on the arrival of the competitors and a stake out map.
The stakeout will open on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM. Arrival will be possible through 2 different entrances depending on the place of accommodation. The places will be clearly marked. Competitors must carefully follow the instructions on the stakeout plan. Upon arrival, it is necessary to respect the instructions of the organizers – the stakeout will be sorted according to their arrival at a specific place and it will not be possible otherwise.
Attention!!! The area will always be closed between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM and entry to the stakeout will not be possible.
Payment for the stakeout will be made collectively by the team leaders, when everyone arrives. At the team leaders meeting on Thursday or Friday
I will also send forms to print for individual competitors. Veterinary exam report and competitor declaration. Please have each competitor print them out and prepare them for further use.
And an updated start schedule + preliminary start list of the first starts.
Race Routes
- Individual Starts
- Distance: 5.430 m
- Climbed: 8 m
- Relay
- Distance: 1.750 m
- Climbed: 1 m
ICF World Championships Owińska 2026 Presentation
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Drivers Info
Since 2021, the electronic vignette has been a legal requirement for most passenger vehicles
weighing less than 3.5 tonnes. This includes rental cars and your own vehicle if you are
crossing the border; motorcycles and trailers are exempt.
The sticker is directly linked to the license plate and can be purchased in just a few minutes
using the following link, for example:
https://edalnice.cz/index.html#/validation
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Once payment is complete, you will receive a confirmation email containing your digital copy
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For vehicles over 3.5t
– More information on the electronic vignette on the website : edalnice.cz.
Failure to obtain a toll sticker can result in a fine of up to 20,000 CZK (approximately 800
EUR).
