Ramsau in World Cup fever: opportunities and challenges at Ski World Cup 2031!

Ramsau in World Cup fever: opportunities and challenges at Ski World Cup 2031!

The Nordic Ski World Cup in Ramsau is on the brink! As vienna.at , the application deadline on May 1, 2025 could be decisive for the region. Alois Stadlober, Ramsau chairman, comments: "It is not too late yet, but it is already after five to twelve." Political uncertainty due to open blows of over two million euros, which comes from the 1999 World Cup in Ramsau, also makes the situation more difficult. The repayment pressure of this loan, which lasts until 2053, could have a negative impact on planning. Decisions are expected to be made only after the municipal council election on March 23, 2025, especially since Mayor Ernst Fischbacher will no longer compete.

opportunities and challenges

The application for the 2031 World Cup could be feasible, because Ramsau is currently the only serious candidate. This is also emphasized by ÖSV President Roswitha Stadlober: "We hope that we can do it. The documents have already been sent to the Ministry of Sports, but it still hooks the political approval of Styria." The World Cup of the Nordic combination next weekend in Ramsau is intended to support the application further and to attract potential sponsors. According to Alois Stadlober, numerous talks are held at different levels to ensure support for the World Cup project. "The World Cup would be an important impulse for the Ramsau," said Stadlober.

Another crucial date is imminent: The FIS Congress 2026 will decide the final allocation of the World Cup. As krone.at , other regions have already submitted painted applications for upcoming competitions. Ramsau could benefit from the fact that there are no other competitors in sight. There are positive signals for the World Cup application in the municipality, provided the financing is secured and there is a clear commitment to use the project. Karl Fischbacher, Vice President of the Styrian Ski Association, emphasizes that the application not only benefits the Ramsau, but the entire region.