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Cliff Diving 2026
Agios Nikolaos Crete
19-20 September 

At the heart of Agios Nikolaos, world-class Cliff Diving athletes meet one of Crete’s most spectacular natural settings. The iconic Lake Voulismeni is transformed into a breathtaking high-diving arena, offering a unique spectacle of strength, precision and courage.

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The Event

An international sports and entertainment event!

Agios Nikolaos Cliff Diving is an international high-diving event that combines world-class sport, spectacle, music and entertainment, creating a unique experience in the heart of Agios Nikolaos.

The history of Cliff Diving in Agios Nikolaos dates back to 2016, when Lake Voulismeni hosted major events and athletes from different countries. Today, Agios Nikolaos Cliff Diving continues this legacy, transforming the lake and the city into a spectacular setting for international sport and entertainment.

For two days, the action goes far beyond diving. The programme features live performances by artists, DJ sets and special spectacular activities, creating a celebration that appeals both to sports enthusiasts and the wider public.

Top Cliff Diving athletes come together with music and entertainment, while the event reaches its climax with spectacular visual and aerial shows, taking the spectacle from the lake to the skies above Agios Nikolaos.

The Sport

A few seconds in the air. Years of preparation.

Cliff Diving / High Diving is among the most demanding and spectacular sports in the world.

From heights of up to 27 metres, athletes perform complex rotations and aerial manoeuvres before entering the water, reaching speeds of more than 80 km/h.

Behind the few seconds of each dive lie years of training, precision, physical preparation and absolute mental focus.

In Cliff Diving, there is no room for unnecessary movement. From take-off to contact with the water, every second counts.

Lake Voulismeni. A Natural Amphitheatre

It is not simply the venue where the competition takes place. It is part of the identity of Agios Nikolaos Cliff Diving.

The legendary Lake Voulismeni, in the heart of Agios Nikolaos, Crete, creates a unique natural amphitheatre for Cliff Diving.

The platform towers above the water, while spectators are just a few metres away from the action. Athletes, city, lake and audience become part of the same setting, creating images that make the event truly unique.

One lake. One city. One unforgettable dive.

Sponsors & Partners

Agios Nikolaos Cliff Diving is made possible with the valuable support of institutions, partners and sponsors who share the vision of an international sporting event with Agios Nikolaos and Crete at its heart.