Gurgl in the Tyrolean Ötztal starts the winter season on November 14th. Almost a week later, on November 23rd and 24th, the AUDI FIS Ski World Cup will take place for the second time in the premium ski destination. During the World Cup weekend, the Gurgl Carat serves as an exclusive event location for side events surrounding the race. In addition to the sporting highlights, the main thing is a clear commitment to sustainability. The entire event is a Green Event Austria. In 2023, the event was recognized as one of Austria’s environmentally friendly sporting events in the “Win Sustainably!” competition.
A sporting event as a pioneer in sustainability
As a certified green event, the World Cup in Gurgl sets standards – from the sustainable journey to the regional food selection. “In the Ötztal there are efforts to increase sustainability 365 days a year. Green events are the logical consequence of making this visible,” says Raphael Kuen, who coordinates the sustainability agenda in the Ötztal as a habitat manager. The ecological footprint remains low, mainly thanks to the excellent infrastructure. For example, temporary additions and diesel generators can be dispensed with .
Sustainable measures
In order to make the journey climate-friendly, those responsible rely on travel by public transport and local shuttles. The heat supply in the finish area and in the Gurgl Carat is provided by renewable thermal energy (biomass); the Hochgurglbahn as well as all sales stands and broadcast vans are powered entirely by renewable electricity. Instead of paper, there are digital solutions with QR codes. The food mainly comes from Tyrol. In addition, there are always vegetarian and, if desired, vegan options. Reusable tableware and a deposit system help avoid waste.
Exklusive Side-Events im Gurgl Carat
The AUDI FIS Ski World Cup Gurgl is not just a sustainable event with many sporting highlights. Fans and guests can also look forward to a top-class supporting program. The series starts on Thursday with “Faszination Winter Sports”, a TV discussion about the World Cup and the World Ski Championships in Austria. The “Diamond Lounge” on Friday and Saturday spoils VIP guests with an exclusive 3-course menu and live music as well as the best view of the start number raffle. The “Diamond Beats” event will then take place on both days with music from Nassau Beach & Friends in the foyer of the Gurgl Carat.
AUDI Fis Skiweltcup Gurgl 2024
Datum: 22.11.2024 – 24.11.2024
Art: Sports event
Ort: Gurgl Carat
Gurglerstraße 118
6456 Obergurgl
Austria
URL: https://www.gurgl.com/de/winter/events/skiweltcup.html
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