Name: Kitzbühel Tourism
Address: Hinterstadt 18, Austria, Kitzbühel, 6370
Telephone: +43 5356 66660
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The toughest adventure race in the world

This was Red Bull X Alps 2023

On June 11th, at 11:30 a.m. 34 world-class athletes, including 4 women, started a two-week head-to-head race in the center of Kitzbühel (📍Schulgasse 2), in which they cover up to 150 km a day on foot or with a paraglider across the Alps. The 1.223 km long route runs through five countries: Austria, Germany, Switzerland, France and Italy.

The clock of the world's toughest adventure race was stopped at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, June 23, just hours after Japanese athlete Emoto Yuji finished in 23rd place. It was a historic and record-breaking edition of the race.

23 athletes crossed the finish line - more than ever before in the history of the race
Eli Egger (AUT4) is the first woman to make it to the finish line
Damien Lacaze (FRA2) made the longest flight in the history of the race: 266km in 11h 13m
It was the fastest race in history - Chrigel Maurer (SUI1) reached the finish in 6d 6h 1m
It was the 8th consecutive victory for Maurer - another record for the Swiss athlete
17 athletes arrived within 24 hours of Maurer, they were closer together than ever before
2023 marked the 20th anniversary since the first race in 2003

June 8th, 2023 | Red Bull X Alps Prologue Race

The 11th edition of Red Bull X-Alps starts on June 11th, 2023 and will be introduced by a one-day prologue three days before the start, which will take place in the mountains around Kitzbühel and Kirchberg. Athletes must complete a 58.6km course past seven turnpoints on June 8 - nearly double the distance of the 2021 Prologue - it will be an exciting day-long pre-race battle. The winner will receive an additional Nightpass, which they can use to hike through the mandatory rest period.

11. to 23. June 2023 | The toughest adventure race in the world

The actual race starts on June 11th at 11:30 a.m. at Schulgasse 2 in Kitzbühel.

Hard Facts:

Daily challenge: hiking up to 4,000m of vertical ascent each day and running as much as 100km on foot
The start is for the first time in Kitzbühel - Kirchberg
There is a via ferrata passage in the Sesto Dolomites
The route runs through five countries: Austria, Germany, Switzerland, France and Italy
There are 15 mandatory turnpoints

The Lineup: Worlds famous athletes and newcomers

The lineup of world-class athletes for the 11th edition of the Red Bull X-Alps is unique on the occasion of the 20th anniversary: 34 athletes from all over the world will cover the demanding route to the finish line on foot or by paraglider - more than ever before before. There are also 4 women in the starting field, including Elisabeth Egger, the first female Austrian participant, and a total of 17 rookies, who will celebrate their Red Bull X-Alps premiere on the new route in 2023. All athletes are pursuing one goal: to beat the record champion Chrigel Maurer in the fight for the eighth win in a row.

Be there: feel the Kitzbühel vibe

It doesn't matter who you keep your fingers crossed for: You can find all information about the 34 athletes from 18 countries on redbullxalps.com - you can follow them live from the prologue on June 8, 2023 and the start of the race on June 11, 2023 via live tracking on step, Step and flight follow. Our tip: Be in Kitzbühel up close and don't miss any of the highlights of the 11th edition of Red Bull X-Alps 2023. We at Kitzbühel Tourism are always happy to assist findeing a sporty, relaxing or any other accomodation you wish - book directly on kitzbühel.com or reeach out under +43 5356 66660.

Continuous tracking technology - all athletes are tracked live in 3D
VR mode (split screen, additional equipment required)
Cockpit view with live tracking: follow the race through the eyes of an athlete

Paragliding

Hiking

Golf

Cycling

Running

Summer sport

Swimming

Tennis

Kitzbüheler Advent

22. November - 26. December 2023 | The highlight of the festive season is the atmospheric magical Christmas market - experience the fairytale in Kitzbühel's historic city centre.

New Year’s Eve

30 December 2023 - 01 January 2024 | Start the New Year 2024 with Kitzbühel. We have a fascinating party programme around New Year's Eve.

[Translate to EN:] Snow Polo Spieler a, Pferd im Schnee

Snow Polo World Cup

12 - 14 January 2024 | The world's most prestigious winter polo tournament. Enjoy the exciting games in front of the magnificent backdrop of the Wilder Kaiser.

[Translate to EN:] Hahnenkamm im Schnee Zuschauer beim Rennen

Hahnenkamm races

15 - 21 January 2024 | The world's best skiers contest the legendary Streif downhill in Kitzbühel. Find all information about the programme and tickets here.

[Translate to EN:] Ein dunkelbraunes Pferd Portrait

The grand horse race on snow

04 February 2024 | Feel the special flair of harness racing on Kitzbühel's most beautiful racecourse. Five trotting races and one Norikerfahren were held.

Vertical up Kitzbühel

24. February 2024 | The goal of Vertical Up is to conquer the original Streif course with 3.312 km and 860 vertical meters as fast as possible.

Kitzbühel Spring Games

March & April 2024 | The event series that combines the joy of sport and action with a party atmosphere: mogul skiing, wedelling, water slide contest, ski & golf tournament with DJ sets and drinks.

Easter in Kitzbühel

March 25. - April 06. 2024 | Experience festive spring vibes in Kitzbühel - Easter festival in the historic city center - Easter market with regional products - Easter brunch offers - Children's art workshops

[Translate to EN:] Ein graues Auto in den Alpen

Kitzbüheler Alpenrallye

05. - 08. June 2024 | More than 1,000 participants will ride around 600 km through the mountains of Kitzbühel and the surrounding area. The qualifications are: sporty (Sport Trophy) or relaxed (Classic Trophy) driving.

[Translate to EN:] Schwarzsee im Sommer Bergsee Triathlon

Kitzbühel Triathlon

14. - 16. June 2024 | Around the Schwarzsee, swimmers, runners and cyclists meet to compete in the annual Kitzbühel Triathlon.

Golf Festival Kitzbühel

24. - 29. June 2024 | Golf, culinary delights and exquisite wine tastings unite in Kitzbühel. The highlight: Golf the Streif Contest. The goal is to conquer the world's most difficult downhill course with a golf club over 800 meters in altitude with 12 holes.

[Translate to EN:] Menschen genießen klassische Musik im Sommer

Kitzbühel Klassik

03. - 06. July 2024 | Kitzbühel enables up-and-coming opera stars to give atmospheric concerts at breathtaking top locations, which are experienced even more intensely through the wonderful singing.

Classics in the Alps

06. July 2024 | The great open-air concert by opera star Elina Garanča & Symphonieorchester der Volksoper Wien. Enjoy the mix of classical opera arias and well-known international songs in a unique mountain setting.

Generali Open Kitzbühel

20. - 28. July 2024 | Kitzbühel welcomes the world's best tennis players when the ATP World Tour hosts the Generali Open. The traditional tournament guarantees a week of thrilling, high-class matches and emotional moments.

Kitzbüheler Fair

03. August 2024 | Prestigious traditional festival in the city center, hosted by Stadtmusik Kitzbühel, with music, regional food and a fun atmosphere. Recommended dresscode: Dirndl dresses and Lederhosen pants.

Summer Theater Kitzbühel

26. July - 16. August 2024 | The Kitzbühel Summer Theater is one of the cultural highlights of every summer season. The extraordinary open-air stage and exciting performances make for special theater evenings.

Kitzbühel music festival

16. - 17. August 2024 | Year after year, the Kitzbühel Music Festival presents itself as a unique outdoor event with a brilliant live music show.

Pura Vida Kitzbühel

04. July - 22. August 2024 | Pure joy in Kitzbühel: PURA VIDA spoils you every Thursday with cultural and culinary events: drinking spritzers on sunny terraces, enjoying yoga in the park, taking part in workshops and much more in the center of Kitzbühel.

[Translate to EN:] Public Viewin mit großem Screen mit Bergen im Hintergrund

Film Festival Kitzbühel

19 - 25 August 2024 | Discover the great open-air at the Kitzbüheler Horn, the drive-in cinema and experience famous actors up close in Kitzbühel.

Kitzbüheler Cycling Marathon

8. September 2024 | With 216 kilometers and 4600 meters of altitude, the Kitzbühel Cycling Marathon is a challenge for every cyclist.

[Translate to EN:] Ein Pärchen im Kaffeehaus im Sommer

KITZ Kulinarik

30. - 31. August 2024 | Restaurateurs from the region invite you to the tasting of the local culinary delights in the Kitzbühel city center.

[Translate to EN:] Ein Koch am Stand während eines Kulinarik Festivals

KITZ Kulinarik x Piedmont

10 - 13 October 2024 | Delicacies from Piedmont meet regional taste experiences at 20 stands in Kitzbühel's city centre & in numerous restaurants in the region.