Sponsor Village
Brand displays, partner activations and visitor experiences throughout the championship.
From Rome
Approximately 90 minutes by road
Destination
Lazio's largest artificial lake
Championship
3–8 August 2026
Official Towboat
Malibu M230
Essential Information
Explore the Championship Venue
Use the map throughout the event to find spectator areas, hospitality, food and beverage, medical assistance, event operations and the Malibu VIP Lounge.
Swipe horizontally to explore the complete venue map.
On Site
Championship Facilities
Key locations correspond with the numbered markers shown on the venue map.
Hospitality
Dedicated hospitality space for invited guests, partners and championship stakeholders.
Tasting Area
A designated area for food and drink tastings during the event.
Food & Beverages
Food, coffee, refreshments and cold drinks available during event hours.
Athlete Zone
A dedicated space for competing athletes and their event preparations.
Main Stage
The central stage for presentations, announcements and championship entertainment.
Broadcast Centre
The production base for live coverage of the World Championships.
Event Operations
Championship administration and operational support for event teams.
Sports Activation Area
Interactive sport-focused activities and experiences for visitors.
Medical Centre
On-site first aid and medical support for athletes, officials and visitors.
Restrooms
Visitor restroom facilities are identified on the championship site plan.
Boat Compound
The secure operational area for championship towboats and technical support.
Marina & Dock
The operational waterside area used by championship boats and event personnel.
Pedestrian Bridge
Pedestrian access connecting key areas of the championship venue.
Malibu VIP Lounge
Malibu hospitality, refreshments and a premium view of the championship atmosphere.
From Rome to Rieti
From an Iconic Capital to a Hidden Italian Lake
Lago del Salto lies within easy reach of Rome, allowing visitors to combine the energy, history and culture of the Italian capital with the mountain scenery and freshwater setting of the World Championships.
The drive reveals a different side of central Italy as the city gives way to hills, forests, historic villages and the dramatic landscape surrounding Rieti.
Rome city centre
Approximately 90 minutes by car
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Allow approximately 2 hours
Rieti city centre
Approximately 30–40 minutes
Malibu Boats Presents
Road to Rieti
Before the World Championships began, the journey started in Rome. Follow Team Malibu and the Italian National Team as they explore the Eternal City, celebrate Italian culture and prepare to welcome the world's best wakeboard athletes to Lago del Salto.
Welcome to Rome · La Dolce Vita · From Gladiators to Champions · Making Wishes. Chasing Dreams.
Discover Lago del Salto
A Championship Venue with a Remarkable Story
Created through engineering and transformed by sport, Lago del Salto is one of central Italy's most memorable waterside destinations.
The Heart of Italy
Rieti is traditionally known as Umbilicus Italiae—the “Navel of Italy”—with Piazza San Rufo celebrated as the geographical centre of the Italian peninsula.
Lazio's Largest Artificial Lake
Lago del Salto was created after completion of the Salto Dam in 1940, transforming the valley into the region's largest man-made lake.
Powered by Water
The reservoir was developed primarily for hydroelectric generation, turning the energy of the Salto river system into renewable electricity.
Up to 87 Metres Deep
At its deepest point, the lake reaches approximately 87 metres, hidden beneath the calm surface seen from the championship venue.
Villages Relocated
Communities within the original valley were moved to higher ground before the reservoir filled, preserving a powerful link with the landscape's past.
Home of Champions
Today the lake has become an international wakeboarding destination and the stage for the 2026 IWWF World Wakeboard Championships.
Why Lago del Salto?
Made for World-Class Wakeboarding
Sheltered Mountain Setting
The surrounding landscape offers a naturally protected environment and a dramatic competition backdrop.
Freshwater Conditions
The reservoir provides an expansive freshwater setting for wakeboarding and recreational boating.
Long Open Reaches
The lake's shape provides the space required for high-level riding, event operations and championship production.
An Unforgettable Stage
Forested shorelines, mountain villages and open water create a uniquely Italian World Championship setting.
Local Venue Partner
Discover CNVS Wave Club
CNVS Wave Club has helped establish Lago del Salto as one of Italy's leading wake destinations. Beyond the Championships, visitors can return to experience the lake, develop their riding and enjoy life on the water.
The club's Malibu fleet supports riders of different ages and abilities, from first experiences behind the boat to advanced progression.
Malibu Boats Live
Your Italian Wakeboarding Adventure Starts Here
From the timeless streets of Rome to the calm waters of Lago del Salto, experience the World Championships and discover a destination built around life on the water.