Compétition
This is a historic first for the African continent. The prestigious Marchica Lagoon Resort, located in Nador, becomes the venue for the E-Foil World Cup. By welcoming this futuristic discipline combining technology and water sports, the Kingdom affirms its position as a leader in innovative water sports and propels the Oriental region into the spotlight of the international sporting scene.
Until now reserved for the most exclusive spots in Europe or America, the E-Foil World Cup is taking a new step by settling in Morocco. This choice is not the result of chance: it testifies to the country’s ambition to diversify its tourist and sporting offer. By becoming the first African country to host this competition, Morocco proves that it is ready to take on the logistical and technological challenges imposed by such a discipline.
The event will take place from May 8 to 10 at Marchica Lagoon Resort theater of the Marchica E-Foil Throphy – SFT Surf Foil World Tour E-Foil World Cup 2026, the first E-Foil World Cup in Africa.
This international event will bring together, in Nador, the best national and international riders around a rapidly emerging discipline, at the crossroads of technology and water sport.
When surfing meets aeronautics
For the uninitiated, the E-Foil (or electric hydrofoil) is the new revolution in board sports. Thanks to an electric motor and a wing submerged under the board, the rider rises above the water as soon as the speed is sufficient. This sensation of silent “flight”, without the need for waves or wind, offers a striking visual spectacle, particularly suited to the serene setting of a lagoon.
Véritable catalyseur régional
Included in the official calendar of the Surf Foil World Tour 2026, this stage constitutes the third meeting dedicated to e-foil within the 2026 world circuit after the stages in Düsseldorf, Germany & Leucate, France.
This sporting event is fully in line with the enlightened vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, who places the integrated development of the regions at the heart of national priorities. By promoting the Marchica lagoon as a strategic space at the crossroads of economic, tourist and cultural dynamics, this This event contributes to strengthening the Kingdom’s Mediterranean roots and making this facade a real lever for growth, openness and international influence.
Supported by Marchica Lagoon Resort & E-foil Morocco in coordination with the GFA (Global Foil Board Sports. Association) and the Surf Foil World Tour, this event is organized with the support of Marchica Agency, Marchica Med, ONMT and CRT de l’Oriental as Platinum Partner as well as Gold Partner, Petrom, Red Bull, Lavazza, Eglo, Lynk&Co…
Marchica: A natural and technological setting
The choice of Nador and the Marchica lagoon is part of a dynamic of far-reaching territorial transformation. A rapidly emerging destination on the Mediterranean coast, the region benefits from a rare natural ecosystem, developing infrastructure and strategic accessibility from Europe.
Beyond its intrinsic qualities, the Marchica lagoon stands out today as a privileged space of expression for innovative water sports, combining optimal technical conditions and a preserved natural setting.
A demanding competition, a global experience
The competition will take place over three days, according to a structured format combining sporting standards and readability for the public. After a welcome and preparation phase, the riders will compete in qualifying time trial events, before competing in the final in a direct confrontation eliminatory format.
With a total prize money of 100,000 MAD, the event will bring together different categories of competitors and promises a high level of performance.
