Audi FIS Ski World Cup Alta Badia, where the Ski World Cup wrote history
December 20 – 21, 2026
From Alberto Tomba to Bode Miller and Marcel Hirscher: on the Gran Risa each and every competition is truly epic
A very high level of difficulty, dizzying slopes and bends, sheer adrenaline: this is what the fascinating Gran Risa - the ski race in Alta Badia which is part of the Ski World Cup circuit - is all about. And it is precisely on this giant slope where part of Alpine skiing history has been made. Proof of this can be found in the names that are engraved in the hall of fame. Preceding the Christmas festivities, this event is a feast for the entire skiing scene, where athletes and fans celebrate together.
Iconic. Challenging. Legendary.
The Gran Risa isn’t just a ski race, it’s the event that brings Alta Badia together.
Every December, over 1,000 volunteers come together to share with the world our majestic mountains, our rich culture and unwavering dedication. Gran Risa is the spirit of our community. This documentary takes you behind the scenes to meet Gerhard, Milena, Iwan, Nicole and Simon - the heart and soul of a proud Ladin community that makes this international event a unique experience. Combining the thrill of world-class skiing with the authenticity and deep connection of our community to our mountain home.
A ski slope as a stage for thrill-seeking performers
Gran Risa and Alta Badia: an inseparable couple, known all over the world for the splendour of the Dolomite stage and the actors who have performed on it. And while memory carries back to the four seals of a certain Alberto Tomba, the eight victories of Austria's Marcel Hirscher are just as mind-boggling. Then again, as the well-known song goes: future has not yet been written. Gran Risa, what a show!
Good to know
Why is the Gran Risa one of the most challenging World Cup slopes?
The Gran Risa is one of the most technically demanding slopes on the Alpine Ski World Cup circuit thanks to its steep gradients, constant changes of rhythm and challenging turns. Located in Alta Badia, it is considered one of the most iconic slopes in the Dolomites and tests even the world's best giant slalom skiers.
When was the first World Cup race held on Gran Risa?
The first World Cup race on Gran Risa was held in 1985, marking the beginning of a long tradition of Alpine skiing in Alta Badia. Since then, the slope has become one of the historic venues for the men's giant slalom and one of the iconic symbols of the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup in the Dolomites.
Why is the Alpine Ski World Cup a historic event for Alta Badia?
The Alpine Ski World Cup is part of Alta Badia's sporting history and brings the world's best giant slalom specialists to the Dolomites every winter. The event has helped establish the valley as one of the most renowned destinations on the international Alpine Ski World Cup circuit.
What makes watching the Alpine Ski World Cup in Alta Badia different from a normal day on the slopes?
Watching the Alpine Ski World Cup in Alta Badia means experiencing one of the biggest events in Alpine skiing from up close in the heart of the Dolomites. The atmosphere on Gran Risa, the spectators lining the course and the surrounding mountain scenery make it much more than a typical day on the slopes.