Name: Kitzbühel Tourism
Address: Hinterstadt 18, Austria, Kitzbühel, 6370
Telephone: +43 5356 66660
Price range: [€€]

One hell of a run at February 25th, 2023

The legendary sports town of Kitzbühel is home / adopted home / training center and resort for many athletes: skiers, cross-country skiers, triathletes, runners, mountain bikers, road cyclists, tourers, mountaineers and many more. - but which athletes are the most legendary and the fastest at STREIF VERTICAL UP? Kitzbühel also captivates with its breathtaking mountains and fantastic nature. The volunteer organizing team of the Vertical Up has set itself the goal to work for the environment and sustainability of the event.

The goal of STREIF VERTICAL UP is to conquer the original Streif course with 3.312 km and 860 vertical meters vertically as fast as possible.

The highlight of the whole story are the rules - there are none!

Free choice of material as long as everything is driven by own power (no engine) and free choice of route on the Streif (speed class) or also on the Family Streif (backpack class).

Streif Vertical Up

4.00 - 9.00 p.m.
Mountain ride for attendants and spectators (no mountain ride from 5 p.m. - 5.45 p.m.)

5.30 p.m.
Kids Vertical Up

6.15 p.m.
Race briefing mandatory for all participants

6.30 p.m.
Start of both classes

7.00 p.m.
Finish 1st speed class

8.00 p.m.
Pasta party with musical accompaniment in the K3 KitzKongress

9.30 p.m.
Last descent

9.30 - 10.45 p.m.
Award ceremony followed by live music and afterparty in the K3 KitzKongress

Quickfacts

Date: Saturday 25 February 2023, 6.30 p.m.
Classes: Speed class and backpack class
Course name: Streif or Familienstreif (backpack class)
Start: 805 m
Finish: 1665 m
Altitude difference: 860 hm (to the altitude profile)
Route length: 3312 m
Ø inclination: 27 %
Max./min. inclination: 85 % / 2
Lighting: headlamps and the hotspots of the route are effectively illuminated
Suggested material: Touring skis, cross-country skis, running shoes w. spikes, crampons, snowshoes, ski poles, barefoot,...
Course record M: Christian Hoffmann (AUT) 30:29,1

Classes & Ratings

Speed class - Powered by Raiffeisen Bank Kitzbühel
This competition is the supreme discipline of STREIF VERTICAL UP! Each athlete will master the legendary original Streif downhill run vertically as fast as possible according to free choice of material. Everything is allowed as long as everything in the race is done under your own power.

Backpack class - Powered by Suunto
This competition is the absolute fun competition within the framework of STREIF VERTICAL UP! Every athlete masters the family Streif Vertical up at any speed according to free choice of material. The only condition: A backpack incl. filling (or what is left of it) must be taken to the finish. The backpack filling is the starter package.

District Hogmar ranking - Powered by Gerberei Niederkofler
Who is the fastest in the speed class from the district of Kitzbühel? - Who will be Vertical Up Hogmoar? Win Niederkofler vouchers (1-2-3 M/W) and have the honor of being the wearer of the unique VerticalUp Hogmoar satchel (1st M/W) for one year. Requirement: Main residence district Kitzbühel

Team ranking
Team/club with the most starters in the whole field of participants wins EUR 500,- in cash.

Best-Dressed-Classification
The participants with the most original costumes will receive great prizes. Important: all participants who want to be included in the ranking have to report to the race office before the start at the latest by 5 p.m. on Saturday!

Vertical Up Tour classification
The best three male/female participants from both tour stops will receive prizes.

Participant info

Race office: Friday 24.02.2023 | 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Saturday 25.02.2023 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Kitz Kongress K3

Liability Committee: Please print, fill out, sign and bring to the race office.

Results list: Results can be followed live on the internet

Mandatory equipment:
Headlamp (most important points are illuminated)
Backpack (for backpack class)
helmet (rental helmets available at the race office)
optional: Snowline spikes can be purchased at a preferential price directly in the expo area.
Starter package: A comprehensive starter package will again be provided for all participants.

Race briefing: 6.15 p.m. in the start area, compulsory attendance

Luggage transport to the finish:
Drop-off from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the latest at the Hahnenkamm valley station.
Issue directly at the top station Hahnenkamm (at the entrance to the valley run)
Material must be marked with the luggage tear-off from the start number (we are not liable for damage/loss)
Please do not hang anything on the outside of your backpack
Start: 6.30 p.m. directly at the Hahnenkamm finish house

Finish: Streif start house

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

Kitzbüheler Alpenrallye

With more than 1,000 participants driving around 600 km through the mountains of Kitzbühel and the surrounding area, the Alpenrallye 2023 promises to be another epic event. Depending on your requirements, you can drive sporty (Sport Trophy) or relaxed (Classic Trophy).

Red Bull X Alps

The toughest adventure race in the world - 1,223 km on foot or with a paraglider across the Alps - starts this year in Kitzbühel. 34 athletes will cover 150km daily across 5 countries.

[Translate to EN:] Schwarzsee im Sommer Bergsee Triathlon

Kitzbühel Triathlon

Around the Schwarzsee, swimmers, runners and cyclists meet to compete in the annual Kitzbühel Triathlon.

KitzAlp Mountainbike Festival

In the course of the eight-day bike spectacle, thousands of mountain bikers romp through the Kitzbühel Alps to live out their passion.

Golf Festival Kitzbühel

What do golf clubs and wooden spoons have in common? Both are used at the Golf Festival Kitzbühel - and at the highest level.

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

Kitzbühel Klassik

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.

[Translate to EN:] Damen machen Yoga im Park

Pura Vida Kitzbühel

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.

Classics in the Alps

Opera star Elina Garanča, accompanied by the Symphony Orchestra of the Vienna Volksoper, brings the sound of music to the Gamsstadt.

Kitzbüheler Fair

To the traditional fair in the city center, invites the Stadtmusik Kitzbühel. Dirndl dresses and lederhosen are always worn to the fair.

Kitzbühel music festival

Year after year, the Kitzbühel Music Festival presents itself as a unique outdoor event with a brilliant live music show.

Generali Open Kitzbühel

In July, Kitzbühel once again welcomes the world's best tennis players when the ATP World Tour plays host to the Generali Open.

Summer Theater Kitzbühel

In July and August, the ensemble of the Kitzbühel Summer Theater delights the audience with the comedy Gate 23 by author Stefan Vögel.

Kitzbüheler Cycling Marathon

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

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

Film Festival Kitzbühel

At the end of August 2023, the largest culture and film festival will once again take place in the heart of Kitzbühel. Visitors can look forward to an open-air event on the Kitzbüheler Horn, a drive-in cinema and well-known actors who are in town on these days.

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

KITZ Kulinarik

KITZ Kulinarik - Gastronomes from the region invite you to the tasting of the local culinary map in the Kitzbühel city center!

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

KITZ Kulinarik x Piedmont

In mid-October, KITZ culinary delights meet delicacies from the Piedmont region and create new taste experiences. Authentic dishes with regional ingredients are served at more than 20 stands in the center of Kitzbühel and in numerous restaurants in the region.

Kitzbüheler Advent

As the year draws to a close, the atmospheric Christmas market opens in Kitzbühel's historic town center.

New Year’s Eve

Start the new year 2024 with Kitzbühel - we have also put together a fascinating program for New Year's Eve and New Year. Discover now the program of events and exciting early bird winter offers in Kitzbühel.

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

Snow Polo World Cup

The world's most prestigious winter polo tournament will take place in January 2024 for the 21st time. Enjoy the exciting games against the magnificent backdrop of the Wilder Kaiser. Varied entertainment and top gastronomy & drinks - secure your VIP tent tickets with us now or enjoy the free viewing area.

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

Hahnenkamm races

The Hahnenkamm race takes place again 15.01.2024 - 21.01.2024. The world's best skiers come to the Hahnenkamm race in January and compete on the legendary Streif descent in Kitzbühel. Here you will find all information about the program and tickets.

[Translate to EN:] Ein dunkelbraunes Pferd Portrait

The grand horse race on snow

In February 2024 the racehorses will be back on the most beautiful racetrack in Kitzbühel. Five trotting races and one Norik race were held. The highlight is the fight for the Golden Chamois. Feel the special flair of trotting and enjoy the culinary pampering program with the exclusive on-site catering.

Kitzbühel Spring Games

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

You can experience that on the long weekend · Easter festival in the Vorderstadt · Easter market with regional products · Easter brunch offers · Family holiday offers

Current information on COVID19

Arrival

We are here for you

CONTACT

Do you have any questions?

The team of Kitzbühel Tourismus is happy to assist you!

ON SITE
Hinterstadt 18 | 6370 Kitzbühel

TELEPHONE
0043 5356 66660

E-MAIL
info@kitzbuehel.com

Opening hours

Mo-Fr:	We are happy to assist you by phone or e-mail from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. or in person at Hinterstadt 18 \| Kitzbühel
Saturday:	We gladly answer your questions from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Tel: +43 5356 66660

Share this page