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Oberhof to Host Final Pre-Olympic Luge Events After Königssee Delay

Reconstruction setbacks at Königssee have delayed its reopening until late 2026, forcing organizers to relocate the final Winter Games luge events to Oberhof.

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Begeisterte Rode-Fans in Oberhof

Overview

  • Oberhof will stage the Rodel World Cup and European Championships from January 16–18, 2026, followed by the Olympic luge test event on January 22–24.
  • Königssee’s bob and luge track, destroyed by a 2021 storm, is now set to reopen in October 2026 after technical challenges and specialist labor shortages delayed reconstruction.
  • The International Luge Federation confirmed the venue switch on July 16, 2025, to protect athlete preparation and IOC evaluation of the sliding-sports programme.
  • This decision highlights the critical role of contingency planning and host-region cooperation in safeguarding pre-Games test competitions.
  • FIL President Einars Fogelis commended Oberhof’s swift mobilization and adaptability, underscoring its proven value to the sport.