Thrilling races, cheering crowds and unforgettable party nights await visitors from near and far once again this year in Soelden. The best athletes in the world compete against each other on October 26th and on the 27th at the Ski World Cup. While female athletes start on Saturday, the Men's races will be held on Sunday. The start of the World Cup also marks the begin of the legendary après-ski season in the Tyrol skiing area.
Starting house at nearly 10,000 feet
The Rettenbach Glacier's special feature is its difficult incline of up to 65%. From the starting house at an altitude of 3,040 meters (9840 feet) the athletes face 46 to 54 slalom sticks, depending on the route. In 2017, an artificial wave was built in order to extend the even part of the slope and give the athletes the opportunity to accelerate again towards the end of the race.
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Nearly entire run visible for spectators
Fans travelling to the Ski World Cup will be able to see almost the entire course from their stands and seating areas. And there is a lot to see, with athletes reaching maximum speeds of 85 kilometers per hour (53 miles per hour). 7,000 meters (23,000 feet) of security fences and 4,000 meters (13,000 feet) of safety nets have been installed for security purposes, as well as 11,500 meters (38,000 feet) of cable to supply the necessary technologies.
Over 25,000 visitors expected
The Ski World Cup is popular among winter sports enthusiasts, with over 25,000 visitors expected to cheer on the athletes in Soelden. The fan club program has a long tradition here and its parade through the city center will take place on Saturday at 5 pm. The fan club award ceremony will be held on Sunday afternoon on the stage at the Rettenbach Glacier.
Tickets starting at 20€
Tickets for the events, which include the use of the shuttle busses, can be purchased online and at the ticket centers in Soelden. They are cheaper if purchased online, with prices for the stands starting at 20€ in comparison with 24€ at the ticket centers in the village. Prices for the popular seating tickets start at 57€. Visitors who have already purchased a ski pass do not have to pay for a ticket and can watch the races from the standing areas.
World Cup program in Soelden
Friday, October 25th 2019
| starting 5 pm | Krone World Cup Party | Soelden Postplatz square |
|---|---|---|
| 7 pm | Women's bib number drawing | Soelden Postplatz square |
Saturday, October 26th 2019
| 10 am | 1st run Women's GSL | Rettenbach Glacier |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pm | 2nd run Women's GSL | Rettenbach Glacier |
| starting 5 pm | Krone World Cup Party | Soelden Postplatz square |
| 5:45 pm | Fan Club Parade | Soelden city center |
| 7 pm | Women's award ceremony | Soelden Postplatz sqaure |
| 7:15 pm | Men's bib number drawing | Soelden Postplatz square |
Sunday, October 27th 2019
| 10 am | 1st run Men's GSL | Rettenbach Glacier |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pm | 2nd run Men's GSL | Rettenbach Glacier |
| following 2nd GSL | Men's award ceremony | Rettenbach Glacier |
Skiing during the World Cup
While athletes compete for points in the World Cup, regular skiers can enjoy all the other slopes at the Rettenbach and Tiefenbach Glaciers. 20 kilometers (12.4 miles) of slopes are ready to be skied on. The joys of casual skiing and observing the athletes can be combined as well, as a ticket in the standing area at the World Cup is already included in the ski pass!
