Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series: Returning to Polignano a Mare

Excellence in high-altitude diving

From September 25th to 27th, 2026, the town of Polignano a Mare prepares to welcome the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series once again. For the thirteenth consecutive year, this Apulian village confirms its status as an international hub for this discipline, which combines athletic precision, body control, and optimal management of water entry.

A natural amphitheater of rare beauty

The stage selected for the competition is the iconic town cove, characterized by high limestone cliffs rising sheer above the Adriatic Sea. This setting, embedded within the historic urban fabric of Polignano a Mare, turns the competition into a visually striking event. The morphological structure of the coast creates a natural amphitheater capable of accommodating spectators, offering a privileged view of the athletes' maneuvers.

A decisive sporting challenge

The Apulian stage represents a crucial moment in the competitive calendar, serving as the penultimate event of the season. The world's best cliff divers will face off in a series of dives performed from platforms installed directly onto the rock. The dynamics of the competition, characterized by dizzying heights, require an absolute level of physical and mental preparation, making every jump an exercise of extreme technical complexity.

Technical details and logistics

The event spans three days dedicated to practice sessions, qualifiers, and the final rounds. Visitors are strongly advised to plan their arrival in the municipality of Bari well in advance, given the high turnout expected. Access to the areas adjacent to the cliffs will be regulated to ensure public safety and the smooth operation of the divers. For real-time updates on access methods, the purchase of tickets for dedicated grandstands, and the start times of individual rounds, please consult the organization's official channels. The event represents a combination of territorial enhancement and the promotion of elite sports in one of Puglia's most iconic landscapes.