Word of welcome

Dear Skiing Friends:

Rainer Senoner

Rainer Senoner

It is with great pleasure that once again we have the honor to host the classic races of the Ski World Cup in Val Gardena/Gröden.

Along with our highly motivated team, we want to welcome you during this pre-holiday season and invite you to enjoy our hospitality in the valley. 

After two rather difficult editions due to adverse weather conditions, we hope to host spectacular and exciting races on a Saslong surrounded by a winter wonderland. Even our entertainment events have become a tradition in Val Gardena/Gröden. The celebrations in town, the Christmas markets in the valley and the fan parade are part of our increasingly rich and diverse program. 

The many workers on the Saslong course and our past investments into the mountain form our contribution towards the athletes making their utmost effort and impressing viewers worldwide. Furthermore, we want the Saslong and the entire area surrounding it to be a winter season destination for skiers who want to experience firsthand our beloved sport in such a unique setting. 

We wish all athletes safe and fair races. And we also wish everyone including technicians, managers, partners, collaborators and our audience a pleasant stay in Val Gardena/Gröden and hope to see you all again in 2017 for a special edition: our fiftieth anniversary!