Olympic star Bontus surprises at Ski World Cup with a spectacular appearance!

Olympic star Bontus surprises at Ski World Cup with a spectacular appearance!

Saalbach Hinterglemm, Österreich - On February 14, 2025, the Austrian Gold Olympionics Valentin Bontus caused excitement in Saalbach Hinterglemm. The professional tours, known for his kiteboarding skills, competed in a not everyday challenge: he mastered the slopes of the FIS Alpine Ski World Championships in 2025 on skis-but in the opposite direction, from the goal to the start. This extraordinary campaign took place as part of a multimedia event, which was staged by Austria Werbung, Salzburgerland Tourismus and the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn to convey the alpine attitude to life. Astrid Stharnig-Staudinger, managing director of Austria advertising, explained that the World Cup is not only about sporting performance, but also about the unique experience that Austria has to offer in winter. Bontus's campaign symbolized the fun of winter sports and the opportunity to experience adventures in the mountains while he highlighted the region's atmosphere.

an event full of surprises

The fans who had come to the men's giant slalom were enthusiastic about the performance. Bontus is not only an athlete, but also a pioneer who encourages others to cross borders. In a white ski overall that was his trademark, Noble his impressive performance. "The slope here in Saalbach reminds me of huge waves while surfing," said the kite professional. Bontus received support from the former ski world champion Michaela Kirchgasser, who described his idea as awesome and emphasized that sport can build bridges between generations, disciplines and even seasons.

The event was firmly embedded in the region's tourist strategy, which aims to inspire to inspire winter tourism in Salzburg. The Saalbach Hinterglemm region is known for its extensive leisure activities - not only in winter. Already in the summer months there are numerous hiking opportunities and activities outdoors that range from culinary experiences to playgrounds for children, such as Salzburgerland.com . The combination of spectacular winter sports and a diverse summer offer makes this region a sought -after goal for adventurous and those seeking relaxation alike.