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BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon Oberhof
08. - 11. January 2026
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The German biathlon men want to build on their impressive start to the season in the second trimester. Ahead of the first competition, Jens Filbrich spoke about the preparations for the home World Cup, the team structure, and expectations.
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The BMW IBU Biathlon World Cup 2026 in Oberhof will kick off with the opening ceremony on the town square in Oberhof on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Over the following four days, six exciting competitions will be held in front of thousands of fans in the ARENA am Rennsteig. Here is the most important information for a perfect winter sports day in the Rennsteig town.
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Oberhof is ready for the BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 2026 – and thus for the start of the AXA Winterwochen – Thüringen 2026. After weeks of intensive preparation, those responsible have given the green light for the competitions to start on January 8, 2026. Athletes and fans alike can look forward to exciting races at the highest level.
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Oberhof ist bereit für den BMW IBU Weltcup Biathlon 2026 in Oberhof – und damit für den Auftakt der AXA Winterwochen – Thüringen 2026. Nach intensiven Wochen der Vorbereitung geben die Verantwortlichen grünes Licht für die Wettkämpfe ab dem 8. Januar 2026. Athletinnen und Athleten sowie Fans dürfen sich auf spannende Rennen auf höchstem Niveau freuen.
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Earlier than expected, Oberhof's sports and leisure facilities are now in winter mode. At all locations—from Kanzlersgrund to Fallbachhang—the frosty temperatures have been consistently used to set the course for successful winter operations.
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On July 1, 2025, a new chapter will begin for the Biathlon Tour: Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH, which organizes the BMW IBU Biathlon World Cup in Oberhof, will become a partner of the world's largest public biathlon event. This will strengthen the presence of the World Cup event throughout the year.
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The offices of the functionaries, the underground tunnel system or the shooting range up close: From April 1, 2025, guests can once again take a look behind the scenes at the LOTTO Thüringen ARENA am Rennsteig on exclusive backstage tours. During the Easter holidays special children's tours are also on the program.
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Oberhof will remain an integral part of the Biathlon World Cup in the new Olympic cycle from the 2027 to 2030. Following today's decision by the International Biathlon Union, the competitions in the ARENA am Rennsteig will be held in the third trimester.
Firmenlauf Thüringens Süden
The company run "Firmenlauf THÜRINGENS SÜDEN®" takes place once a year. The sporty networking party has become the annual highlight for companies in the region. Save the date: 28th August 2024!
Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH
The Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH (OSE) is responsible for the organisation and realisation of the BMW IBU World Championships Biathlon 2023 in Oberhof as well as the World Cups in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
backstage tours
The fascination of winter sports - all here in one place - all year round | A look behind the scenes at the LOTTO Thüringen ARENA am Rennsteig