What the athletes are saying
Numerous athletes from the German Ski Association support a renewed bid to host the World Championships and are optimistic about a possible new edition in 2031.
“We already have excellent infrastructure, but to remain one of the best training centers in the world internationally, continuous development is essential. A 2031 World Championships in Oberstdorf would be ideal for young talent and for our ski club.”
Vinzenz Geiger
Nordic Combined
“Oberstdorf knows how to organize major sporting events. They’ve been proving that for decades. And next time, hopefully with a packed stadium and lots of fans!”
Katharina Schmid
Ski Jumping
“A World Championships offers many opportunities and positive effects for the entire village. In my view, investing in sport is both right and important. Sport is an essential part of our society. If we can create something positive for both elite and grassroots sport through a World Championships, then that is exactly the right thing to do.”
Julian Schmid
Nordic Combined
“It would be a great honor and an opportunity to host the World Championships again — with packed stands, spectators, and an incredible atmosphere. A World Championships also offers the chance to upgrade the entire infrastructure once again for the next generation, so that future athletes can continue to train here under excellent conditions.”
Karl Geiger
Ski Jumping
“With a World Championships in our own town, we can really show young athletes and the fans the top level our sport is performed at. Kids can look up to their idols, watch them live on site, and maybe one or two of them will be inspired to try our sport themselves.”
Luisa Göhrlich
Ski Jumping
“When I think back to the TV images from 2005 in Oberstdorf and the incredible enthusiasm of the fans back then — unfortunately, the boys and girls in 2021 didn’t get to experience that. That’s why I hope that Oberstdorf, the Allgäu region, and Germany will get another chance to host the event in 2031!”
Andreas Wellinger
“I already had the chance to experience the 2005 World Championships — as a boarding school student in Oberstdorf. Then in 2021, I was there myself, including winning a team gold medal. I have nothing but great memories of World Championships in Oberstdorf. I know that the people of Oberstdorf are exceptionally good at hosting events like this. If anyone can host a World Championships, it’s them!”
Pius Paschke
Ski Jumping
“I see the bid very positively. Being awarded the event could drive further improvements to the infrastructure, help maintain and modernize the facilities for young athletes, and ensure that training conditions remain at a top level for the future.”
Felix Hoffmann
Ski Jumping
