The Mountains on Stage film festival returns to the big screen with its Winter Edition! Starting November 23, 2026, the festival, centered around adventure and mountains, will be back on stage in 23 countries worldwide. The German-language tour kicks off on November 23, 2026, in Basel and will stop in 38 cities across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Here's what you can expect at the Mountains on Stage Film Festival 2026
From solo winter ascents in the Mont Blanc massif and balancing work life with ultra-trail running to fits of laughter in Japanese powder snow – the new edition of the Mountains on Stage film festival tells stories of personal achievements, emotional moments, and unwavering willpower. Three captivating films from the fields of climbing, freeriding, and trail running are on the program for this year's Mountains on Stage film festival. These selected films are guaranteed to give you goosebumps.
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Face to Face
Directed by Hugo Clouzeau and David Arnaud
Duration: 85 minutes
Benjamin Védrines is one of the world's best alpinists and is known for spectacular records. But behind his extraordinary achievements lie doubts and a lack of self-confidence. Even his record-breaking ascent of K2 in 2024 didn't bring him the fulfillment he had hoped for. Therefore, he seeks a new challenge: a winter solo ascent of the legendary Dru West Face in the Mont Blanc massif. For several days, he confronts the granite, his fears, and his dark side alone, searching for inner light.
Blandine
Directed by: Aurélien Delfosse
Length: 65 minutes
At 27, Blandine L'Hirondel discovered her extraordinary talent for ultra-trail running. She proved her physical and mental strength in legendary races such as the European Championships, the Diagonale des Fous on Réunion Island, and the UTMB. She combined her career as a gynecologist with the challenges of elite sports, overcoming setbacks and constantly pushing her limits. Despite all her success, one thing remains central to her: the pure joy of running and new challenges.
Kids
Directed by Camille Armand
Length: 11 minutes
What does it really mean to be a child? Freeriders Camille Armand, Enzo Scotto, and Quentin Ladame search for answers in snow-covered Japan. Vast amounts of snow transform the winter landscape into a giant adventure playground where creativity and fun know no bounds. The film combines spectacular freestyle skiing with humorous animated sequences, childlike exuberance, and reflective moments. Between philosophical thoughts and hearty laughter, a playful journey unfolds, offering its own unique perspective on childhood.
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