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Garmisch-Partenkirchen Renames Kurpark ‘Laura-Dahlmeier-Park’ After Unanimous Council Vote

The decision followed consultations with her family, with a formal dedication planned in the coming weeks.

Overview

  • The park in Partenkirchen was chosen for its ties to Skiclub Partenkirchen and an existing spontaneous memorial at the site.
  • Councillors proposed renaming the local youth sports honor as a Laura-Dahlmeier prize, subject to agreement with her relatives.
  • The council meeting opened with a remembrance that included music, a candle and a moment of silence.
  • Some members privately criticized the mayor’s process, though the measure passed without dissent.
  • Dahlmeier, a two-time Olympic champion, died in late July after a rockfall on Laila Peak in Pakistan, with recovery efforts halted in line with family guidance on safety.