Four Hills Tournament Opening Jump Oberstdorf
Start of the 75th Four Hills Tournament 2026/2027
About Four Hills Tournament Oberstdorf
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The 75th Tournament Begins in the Allgäu
Since the winter of 1952/53, the Four Hills Tournament has been an integral part of the international ski jumping season. With the opening jump in Oberstdorf, one of the most famous ski jumping events worldwide traditionally begins between Christmas and New Year. The 2026/2027 season marks the 75th anniversary tournament – an occasion that guarantees special attention.
The Schattenbergschanze – Audi Arena Oberstdorf
The large hill stadium at the Schattenberg in Oberstdorf can accommodate around 27,000 spectators. The current hill record is 143.5 m, set by Norwegian Sigurd Pettersen on December 29, 2003. In clear weather, the stadium offers a view of the Allgäu Alps – a backdrop that makes the opening jump unmistakable worldwide.
International Stage, Global Broadcast
More than 20 nations send their best ski jumpers to the Faltenbachtobel. The competitions are broadcast live in over 30 countries; public broadcasters (ZDF, ARD, ORF, SRF, Eurosport) provide extensive coverage. For the Allgäu region and the district of Oberallgäu, the tournament opener is the media equivalent of the summer counterpart to winter.
Oberstdorf – A Sports Town with History
Oberstdorf is located in the southernmost tip of Germany, in the Oberallgäu district of Bavaria. The market town is not only a ski jumping center but also hosted the Nordic Ski World Championships in 2005 and 2021. A ski jumping stadium, a Nordic combined arena, and three other jumping facilities form a world-class Nordic competence center in the region.
Four Hills Tournament Oberstdorf — edition 2026
The 2026/2027 tournament season is the 75th edition of the Four Hills Tournament – an anniversary that will be celebrated with its opening in Oberstdorf. After the opening jump, the tour continues to Garmisch-Partenkirchen (New Year's Jump), Innsbruck (Bergisel), and Bischofshofen, where the tournament winner will be crowned.
On-site, fan zones, catering, a ski jumping exhibition, and the traditional after-race program create a vibrant atmosphere. Families, fans, and sports enthusiasts from around the world experience one of the highlights of the Allgäu winter.
Programme Four Hills Tournament Oberstdorf 2026
Day 1 — Monday, December 28, 2026
- Morning: Stadium opens
- Midday to Afternoon: Official Training on the Schattenbergschanze
- Late Afternoon: Four Hills Tournament Qualification (Opening Jump)
Day 2 — Tuesday, December 29, 2026
- Morning: Stadium opens
- Midday: Trial Round
- Afternoon: 1st Competition Round
- Late Afternoon: Final Round and Award Ceremony
Detailed times will be published by the International Ski Federation FIS and the Oberstdorf Ski Club in due course on vierschanzentournee.com. After the opening jump, the tour moves on to Garmisch-Partenkirchen (January 1, 2027), Innsbruck (January 3–4), and Bischofshofen (January 5–6).
Highlights Four Hills Tournament Oberstdorf 2026
- 75th Four Hills Tournament – Anniversary Edition
- Opening jump broadcast live worldwide on television
- More than 20 nations competing
- Audi Arena with 27,000 seats
- Hill record 143.5 m (Sigurd Pettersen, 2003)
Prices Four Hills Tournament Oberstdorf 2026
Tickets available from September 1, 2026, via Arena Ticket Allgäu. Various categories (standing and seated tickets), family and concession tickets. Specific prices will be announced with the start of sales.
Practical information — Four Hills Tournament Oberstdorf
Getting There
The Audi Arena (Am Faltenbach 27, 87561 Oberstdorf) is about 1.5 km from Oberstdorf train station. Travel by train (direct connections from Munich, Augsburg, Ulm) or by public bus is recommended. There are Park & Ride facilities with shuttles within the town.
Tickets
Tickets are available from September 1st of the previous year via Arena Ticket Allgäu (Phone +49 8322 8090-350, online arena-ticket-allgaeu.de). Standing room and grandstand seats are available; the event is regularly sold out.
Notes
Warm clothing (winter temperatures, often snowfall), sturdy shoes, and possibly seat cushions are recommended. Large bags and glass bottles are not allowed in the stadium.
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Where it takes place Four Hills Tournament Oberstdorf
Schattenbergschanze – Audi Arena Oberstdorf
Am Faltenbach 27, 87561 Oberstdorf