The Hahnenkamm World Cup Race is one of the worlds famous and most dangerous downhill race courses, called the “Streif”.
The name “Hahnenkamm” comes from the impression “Rooster’s comb” and is a mountain in Kitzbuehel. The Streif course is filled with jumps and grade steeps that only top athletes should be brave enough to get down the hill in full speed.
The Hahnenkamm Race 2021 was held for the 81st time and it is more than a tradition in Kitzbuehel to attend.
The Hahnenkamm Race with its famous Mausefalle jump, called “Mousetrap” has a gradient of 85% and the athletes will reach the ground after around 80 meters again. Definitely breath taking and worth seeing.
Especially during Hahnenkamm Race season Kitzbuehel is well known for its exclusive side events in the evenings and the huge number of fans from many different nations and international celebrities attending. In 2021 the race was held without any spectators but was presented on TV.