FIS World Cup men's and women's slaloms on 23 - 24 November 2024 in Gurgl

The race starts on the Kirchenkar piste in Hochgurgl and ends 320 metres above the Top Mountain Crosspoint.

Surrounded by the impressive Alpine landscape, Gurgl is transformed into the centre of international skiing on these days, when both the men and women compete for valuable World Cup points.

The challenging slalom course offers exciting competitions at the highest level, where precision, speed and technique are required. This event is an absolute highlight of the season for all ski enthusiasts, marking the start of the winter season with a sporting highlight.

In addition to the race, exclusive evening events await you at the Gurgl Carat congress and event centre in Obergurgl.

Supporting programme & evening events

A varied supporting programme awaits you in Gurgl around the races, making the stay unforgettable for spectators and guests:

• Public starting number draw: Be there live when the athletes' starting numbers are drawn in public. Experience the excitement before the race and join in the excitement when the stars of the scene find out their starting positions.
• Fan Mile: Food trucks, music and a colourful entertainment programme ensure a great atmosphere on the fan mile in Obergurgl. Fans from all over the world meet here to celebrate the races together.
• Après-ski events: After the races, the fun continues in the huts and bars in the ski area and in the village. Enjoy hot drinks and live music in a relaxed atmosphere.
• Children's programme: A special children's programme is offered for young winter sports fans, including ski courses, snow games and much more.

Exclusive evening events in the Gurgl Carat

The Gurgl Carat congress and event centre in Obergurgl will host exclusive events on both evenings:

• Opening ceremony on 22 November 2024: Celebrate the start of the World Cup weekend with live music, a meet-and-greet with the athletes and spectacular show acts. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and get in the mood for the exciting race days.
• World Cup party on 23 November 2024: The big World Cup party will take place after the first day of competition. DJ sets, live bands and a spectacular light show will ensure an exuberant atmosphere well into the night.
• Closing gala on 24 November 2024: The World Cup weekend will culminate in an elegant gala at which the winners of the race will be honoured of the race are honoured. Enjoy an exquisite dinner and celebrate together with the stars of skiing.

Facts and figures about the Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area:

• Altitude: The ski area stretches from 1,800 m to 3,080 m and is considered one of the most snow-sure ski areas in the Alps.
• Kilometres of pistes: 112 km of perfectly groomed pistes in all levels of difficulty.
• Lifts and cable cars: 25 state-of-the-art lifts that minimise waiting times and offer maximum comfort.
• Start of the season: To coincide with the World Cup races, the winter season in Gurgl starts on Thursday, 14 November 2024 with ski operations - so you have ideal conditions to explore the entire ski area.
• Interactive piste map of Gurgl

Why Gurgl is ideal for the World Cup:

• Guaranteed snow: thanks to its high altitude and state-of-the-art snowmaking facilities, Gurgl is guaranteed snow particularly early in the season and offers ideal conditions for an event of this magnitude.
• Panorama & atmosphere: The impressive Alpine backdrop, combined with the hospitality of the region, makes Gurgl a special place for sports fans and ski enthusiasts.

Don't miss out on this unique experience and secure your place to experience winter sports history up close - in Gurgl, on 23 and 24 November 2024!