BAD GASTEIN CLASSICS, a Ski Classics Challengers event, and the BAD GASTEIN Vertical City Sprint have officially opened registrations.
The BAD GASTEIN CLASSICS takes place on Saturday, December 19, 2026, at Sportgastein, Austria. Skiers can choose between the 30km Ski Classics Challengers race and a 15km classic technique option, making the event accessible to both competitive and recreational participants.
Set against the backdrop of the Hohe Tauern National Park, the event offers a striking alpine environment where tradition meets modernity and untouched nature meets urban energy.
On Friday, December 11, the BAD GASTEIN Vertical City Sprint will also take place. The 1km classic technique sprint takes place after the BAD GASTEIN Prologue, a Ski Classics Pro event, and promises a fast-paced, high-intensity format in the heart of the town.
Early bird pricing is available for both events. For the BAD GASTEIN CLASSICS, the early bird fee is €69 until September 30, rising to €79 from October 1 and €89 from December 17. For the BAD GASTEIN Vertical City Sprint, the early bird fee is €20 until September 30, with normal pricing of €25 from October 1 and €35 from December 10. Combo packages are also available.
FACTS
BAD GASTEIN CLASSICS
- Date: December 19, 2026
- Location: Sportgastein, Austria
- Distances: 15km or 30km, classic technique
BAD GASTEIN Vertical City Sprint
- Date: December 11, 2026
- Location: Bad Gastein, Austria
- Distance: 1km, classic technique
For more information, visit the BAD GASTEIN CLASSICS and BAD GASTEIN Vertical City Sprint page.
Author: Leandro Lutz
Photo: Reichert/NordicFocus
