Action on the cross-country ski circuit: Five exciting cross-country ski events in January

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Switzerland offers many beautiful cross-country ski trails for cross-country skiers. Whether solo or in a group, this endurance sport is fun and you’ll see idyllic views along the way. You can vote online for your favorite winter destination in the Blick Winter Awards in the cross-country ski category and five other categories until January 19, 2024.

During the winter season, cross-country ski enthusiasts in this country are offered a multitude of activities, from beginner courses to training weekends and competitions, which often also include categories for children. If you want to test your cross-country skiing skills against others, you can sign up for the following races this January:

Cross-country sprint race, Flond GR

Juniors and seniors can sign up for the cross-country sprint races on January 5 at the illuminated Plaun trail in Flond GR. Before participating in the actual sprint race, you must first complete the qualifying runs; This applies to both adult participants and children. First, children’s cross-country skiing competitions are held, followed by adults. Registrations can be made online or by calling 081 933 22 22 until January 2, 2024. Entry fee will be paid when the number is given. Children can participate in this cross-country skiing event for free.

When: January 5, from 13.30
Where: Cross-country ski track Plaun, Flond GR
Cost: Registration for children is free; Adults and youth aged 17 and over pay 25 francs per person.
Additional Information: www.surselva.info

7.1., Thurtalloppet, Ebnat-Kappel SG

Due to lack of snow, Thurtalloppet had to be canceled several times in a row. I hope the cross-country skiing event can be held again this year; This depends on snow conditions at the beginning of the year. The competition is scheduled to be held on January 7 at Thurloipe Ebnat-Kappel SG. The longest cross-country ski race in this winter sports event is 25.5 kilometers. Children and adults can register online in various categories. Those who decide in a short time have the opportunity to register up to 30 minutes before the start for an additional fee.

When: Starting from 9.30am on January 7th
Where: Thurloipe Ebnat-Kappel SG
Cost: The entrance fee for adults is 20 francs, and for children it is 5 francs per person. Late registrations are possible up to 30 minutes before the start and cost 10 francs more each.
Additional Information: www.loipen-scspeer.ch

Engadin La Diagonela from Pontresina GR

For fans of cross-country skiing, one of the highlights is the Engadin La Diagonela, which stretches over 55 kilometers from Pontresina GR to Zuoz GR. Endurance amateur athletes and cross-country skiing professionals will take part in this challenge, which involves skating using classical technique, on January 20, 2024. There are six rest stations for cross-country skiers along the way. Registration fees vary and you can register not only online but also on the site. Children and young people (born in 2004 or younger) can attend for free.

When: Starting from 7.30 am on January 20, the “Engadin La Pachifica” (25 kilometers) and “Engadin La Cuorta” (11 kilometers) competitions will also take place on this day. Other program elements as part of this cross-country skiing event will take place on January 19 and 21.
Where: Pontresina GR
Cost: Adults pay between 40 and 140 francs for registration, depending on when they register (also possible on site). Teens and children born in 2004 and younger start free.
Additional Information: www.ladiagonela.ch

Surselva Marathon Switzerland Loppet, Sedrun GR

The Surserlva Marathon is a popular cross-country skiing event held annually in Sedrun GR. The second of the event’s two days will feature Swiss Loppet competitions, where adults and children can register in a variety of categories, including team runs. Distances to be covered and registration fees vary depending on the competition and registration time. Anyone who wants to attend the event can register online.

When: Starting from 9 am on January 28, the “Raiffeisen Nordic Cup, energia alpina northern cup” will also take place on January 27 as part of the Surselva Marathon cross-country skiing event.
Where: Plauns, Sedrun GR
Cost: Registration fee varies. For example, registration for the Surselva fun run (25 kilometers) starts from 45 francs; Children pay 10 francs to register for the children’s team run.
Additional Information: www.surselva-marathon.ch

Gantrisch Loppet, Riggisberg BE

Picturesque cross-country ski trails await participants at the second Gantrisch Loppet on January 28, 2024, as the cross-country ski race will be held in the Gantrisch Nature Park. Children, teenagers and adults can participate. The event’s longest race covers 20 kilometers and climbs 523 meters along the way. As is often the case with competitions, the earlier you sign up for this event, the cheaper it is. Registration fee varies depending on the selected category and registration time.

When: From 8 a.m. on January 28
Where: Berghaus Gurnigel, Riggisberg BE
Cost: Adults can register for the main loppet (20 kilometers) from 40 francs, entrance fee for children starts from 10 francs
Additional Information: www.gantrischloppet.ch

Source : Blick