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Before autumn cloaks the Innsbruck region in its glorious colours, it's time to give it your all when it comes to summer sports. Whether you're an ambitious athlete or a passionate spectator, September promises plenty of unforgettable goosebump moments with numerous events - a month full of sporty vibes and alpine-urban flair awaits!
From pleasure athletes to summiteers, from city travellers to nature lovers - this much is certain: the Innsbruck region is in peak sporting season all year round for both participants and spectators. Fans of vertical mountain sports will get their money's worth at this year's via ferrata festival on Innsbruck's Nordkette mountain range, while runners can really burn off energy at the obstacle-packed Innsbruckathlon, the Innsbruck Alpine Trailrun Festival or the Nordkette Vertical Run. The international elite athletes can also be cheered on at the legendary Golden Roof Challenge in the heart of Innsbruck city centre. For those who feel the sporty vibes best on two wheels, the iconic Gravel Innsbruck race is just the thing. Another highlight at the bike area is the Austrian Pumptrack Series and mountain bikers prove their skills over hill and dale at the Enduro One Series.
Whether amateur, pro or biggest fan: September in the Innsbruck region combines alpine adventure with urban charm to create an unmistakable overall experience. All you have to do is decide: Take part, join in the excitement or both?
The via ferrata testival from ClimbHow04. September 2021 - Nordkette InnsbruckWhen the city whispers that the mountain is calling, there's no stopping anyone who loves vertical mountain sports: at the via ferrata festival on Innsbruck's Nordkette mountain range - just a few minutes' ride from the city centre on the Nordkettenbahnen cable car - both via ferrata pros and beginners can gain valuable insights into their favourite sport. Alpine doctors, mountain rescuers and state-certified mountain guides explain what you need to know about equipment, climbing and safety techniques. And that's not all: brand-new sports equipment from renowned brands is available for participants to put to the ultimate practical test - comprehensive training included.
Innsbruckathlon - Beat the City04. September 2021 - InnsbruckAs "probably the toughest sightseeing tour in the world", the Innsbruckathlon inspires participants and cheering fans alike year after year. This adventurous obstacle course challenges its runners with 20 extraordinary hurdles over a distance of 11 kilometres - and doesn't neglect the fun factor at all. Whether you are an ambitious frequent runner or an enthusiastic amateur athlete, all fitness levels are welcome here.
Adidas Terrex Innsbruck Alpine Trailrun Festival09.12 September 2021 - Olympiaworld InnsbruckThe motto of the Adidas Terrex Innsbruck Alpine Trailrun Festival with running routes between 15 and 110 kilometres is once again "cross-country and around Innsbruck". Through the city and along field and hiking trails, the routes combine sporting highlights with wonderful panoramic views of the Alpine metropolis. As a special highlight in the European trail running season, the festival offers both experienced trail runners and trail beginners a varied programme - full of sporting spirit, fun and unique alpine-urban experiences in the Innsbruck region.
Nordkette Vertical Run - From City To Peak18. September 2021 - Hungerburg/InnsbruckOn a gradient of up to 78 per cent, the 3rd Nordkette Vertical Run will once again test and challenge the ambition of mountain runners. From the Hungerburg district, the route winds its way 3.5 kilometres and over 1,000 metres uphill to the Seegrube. The running event up the picturesque Nordkette mountain range is part of the unique Suffer Series.
Gravel Innsbruck - Ride with Passion12. September 2021 - Rennweg/InnsbruckGravel Innsbruck is not a conventional bike race, but rather a multi-terrain adventure and festival with cult factor. As a legacy of the legendary World Cycling Championships Innsbruck-Tyrol 2018, the event invites its participants on road bikes, gravel bikes or mountain bikes to pursue their passion together on unique routes around Innsbruck.
Intersport Austrian Pumptrack Series18. September 2021 - Bikepark InnsbruckAt the Intersport Austrian Pumptrack Series, young and old put their two-wheeled skills to the test off-road. At Bikepark Innsbruck, both participants and spectators will not only encounter the perfect ground, but above all unique bike vibes and like-minded people.
Enduro One Series25. - 26 September - Bikepark InnsbruckIn the "Enduro One" mountain bike race, participants can put their versatile skills and racing prowess to the test in alpine conditions. As a race for everyone, Enduro One challenges its participants on steep descents, root and gravel terrain. Innsbruck is delighted to be hosting the 2021 Enduro One series for the first time this year.
17.International Golden Roof Challenge11. September 2021 - Maria-Theresien-StraßeThe Golden Roof Challenge, which originally took place against the backdrop of the Golden Roof, will be held for the second time this year in Innsbruck's colourful boulevard, Maria-Theresien-Straße. The athletic elite in the pole vault and long jump disciplines compete against each other and bring international world-class athletes to the provincial capital. The competition is regarded as the "home of the Golden Fly Series", the world's first athletics tour through various cities.
Further information on the events
ClimbHow via ferrata festival: www.innsbruck.info/klettersteigtestivalInnsbruckathlon- Beat the City: www.beatthecity.at/innsbruckathlonAdidasTerrex Innsbruck Alpine Trailrun Festival: www.innsbruckalpine.atNordketteVertical Run - From City To Peak: www.sufferseries.com17Int. Golden Roof Challenge: www.goldenroofchallenge.atGravelInnsbruck - Ride with Passion: www.gravelinnsbruck.comIntersportAustrian Pumptrack Series: www.matchlap.atEnduroOne Series: www.enduro-one.com
About Innsbruck Tourism
Innsbruck Tourismus is the official destination management organisation of the Innsbruck region, which stretches from the Tyrolean capital to 40 towns and villages in the surrounding area - from the Inntal valley to the Mieminger Plateau via Kühtai to the Sellraintal valley. With almost 3.5 million overnight stays and 4 million day visitors a year (as of 2019), the Innsbruck region is one of the largest tourism institutions in Austria and is a unique symbiosis of vibrant urban space and fascinating Alpine mountains. Diverse city flair and sightseeing are just a breath away from the next cycling or hiking tour, the next skiing or winter hiking experience. The free Welcome Card guest card is the key to the region's boundless diversity: with free use of public transport, numerous highlights can be experienced sustainably and conveniently up and down the mountain. For the approximately 90 employees, the guest is at the centre of their thoughts and actions. Through their enthusiasm for the alpine-urban area, they convey to their guests what their own hearts beat for and thus create unforgettable holiday experiences in harmony with people and nature time and time again. With a total of 13 tourism information centres, Innsbruck Tourism is close to its guests, right in the middle of the action and with its finger on the pulse - a hub for authentic stories and personal impressions of local characters, which can be found on the popular blog and social channels under #myinnsbruck.
Further links
Blog: www.blog.innsbruck.infoFacebook: www.facebook.com/InnsbruckInstagram: www.instagram.com/innsbrucktourismTwitter: twitter.com/InnsbruckTVBYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/InnsbruckTVBPinterest: www.pinterest.at/innsbrucktvb/_created