Jungfrau Ski Region: Ski the Famous Lauberhorn Downhill

The Lauberhorn is not just a race. It’s a legend.

The Lauberhorn is more than a race. It is one of the true icons of alpine skiing. Every January, the world’s best racers head to Wengen to compete on the longest downhill course on the World Cup circuit. At almost 4.5km long and with over 1,000m of vertical drop, the Lauberhorn demands endurance, precision, and courage. It combines steep terrain with long gliding sections where racers reach speeds of over 150 km/h.

From the beginning of January until race week in mid-January, the original downhill course is closed. During this time, the race organisers prepare every metre of the piste for the event. Snow is shaped, safety systems are installed, and conditions are perfected for race day. Once the races are over, however, the course opens again, and that’s when strong recreational skiers get their chance.

Same course. Same line. Your turn.

After the races, experienced skiers can ski the original Lauberhorn downhill course. From the famous start house, the run follows the same line as the World Cup race. It leads over the Traverse Schuss, past the deactivated Hundschopf, under the Wasserstation, and through the fast Hanneggschuss before reaching the finish in Wengen.

With Lauberhorn-LIVE, you don’t just ski the course; you can measure yourself on it. Start at the iconic start house, get your photo taken, and record your personal best time. In selected sections, you can also measure your speed. It’s the closest you’ll get to the race-day feeling as a recreational skier: same terrain, same line,  and your own benchmark to beat.

A race with history

The Lauberhorn races have been held since 1930 and are among the oldest events in alpine skiing. Each year, tens of thousands of spectators line the course, while millions follow the race on television. Skiing this downhill yourself gives a new perspective on what the racers do here every winter. The length alone makes it physically demanding, even at a controlled pace.

Jungfrau Ski Region: Big Slopes, Easy Access

The Lauberhorn is only one highlight of the Jungfrau Ski Region. The area offers a wide variety of pistes, from long cruising runs to more challenging terrain, all set against the dramatic backdrop of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Thanks to its altitude, snow conditions remain reliable well into spring, making it an ideal destination late in the season.

Travelling to the Jungfrau Ski Region is simple and efficient. Trains take you directly into the heart of the mountains, and an extensive network of mountain railways and cable cars connects Grindelwald, Wengen and Mürren. No car is needed, and moving between ski areas is smooth and stress-free.

Combined with fewer crowds and longer days, spring skiing here offers space, scenery, and the rare chance to experience the world-famous Lauberhorn Downhill yourself.

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