Program – Audi quattro Ski Cup 2026

Friday:

by 01:30 p.m.
Welcome & Check-in at Hotel Pichlmayrgut:
Upon your individual arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by our Audi team. Complimentary parking is available for you directly at the hotel’s parking area.

From 02:00 p.m.
Audi Slalom driving challenge & Audi scenic test drive:
At the Audi Slalom Driving Challenge, you not only have the chance to demonstrate your driving skills, but also to win the number 1 starting position for the Giant Slalom. Afterwards, you can experience the excellent performance of the Audi premium models during the Audi scenic test drive through the region.

From 03:00 p.m.
Room Check-in & Ski Service:
Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to settle into your room, store your equipment in the ski cellar, and take advantage of the complimentary ski tuning by Ski Club Schladming directly at the Hotel Pichlmayrgut. Professional technicians will prepare your skis perfectly for the upcoming race.

06:00 p.m.
Welcome Evening & Bib-Draw:
In a stylish setting, you will receive an overview of the coming days. After dinner together, the official allocation of start numbers for the Audi quattro Ski Cup will take place.

09:00 p.m.
Fireside chat with Audi Ambassadors Michaela Kirchgasser, Anna Veith and Hans Knauß:
The first evening draws to a close with a relaxed conversation with former World Cup athletes and Audi Ambassadors.

Saturday:

By 08:30 a.m.
Breakfast at the Hotel:
Fuel up for an exciting and demanding day on the slopes.

08:30 a.m.
Individual Preparation:
Before stepping into your bindings, you will have time for your personal race preparation.

09:00 a.m.
Course Inspection & Professional Warm-up:
Together, you head to the prepared racecourse. The Audi Ambassadors will guide you through the course and highlight key sections that could decide the race. Afterwards, a warm-up session led by them follows.

10:30 a.m.
First Run on the Course:
The first timed run of the Audi quattro Ski Cup begins. Following the starting order determined by the Audi Slalom driving Challenge, you will aim to get the most out of yourself and the course. The goal: the fastest run of the day.

12:00 p.m.
Lunch & Race Analysis:
After a cool-down, you will stop at a local mountain hut for a regional lunch. Share your impressions with your fellow participants and receive tips and a detailed analysis of your run from former World Cup athletes Michaela Kirchgasser, Anna Veith and Hans Knauß.

02:00 p.m.
Second Run on the Course:
Next, you will apply the insights gained from your race analysis and aim to extract maximum performance during your second run, with the goal of beating the current best time.

07:00 p.m.
Champions Night Dinner:
On the second evening, your achievements on the course take center stage. During the award ceremony, the race results are revealed and the achievements are celebrated in an uplifting atmosphere.

Sunday:

By 10:00 a.m.
Breakfast, Check-out & Departure:
On the final day of the Audi quattro Ski Cup, enjoy a regional and substantial breakfast before preparing for your departure.

Participation in the program items is mandatory.