Der Weiße Ring - Das Rennen

"Der Weiße Ring", the Alps’ most legendary ski circuit, has linked nature and technology as well as the villages of Lech, Zürs, Zug and Oberlech for over 60 years. 

Attracting winter sports competitors, "Der Weiße Ring" is a half-day sporting challenge with approx. 22 km of ski runs and 5,500 metres of ascents and descents. At the same time, it’s also a sightseeing tour on easy and intermediate ski runs with viewing platforms at the Rüfikopf and Madloch (natural platform). All the best while skiing the “Der Weiße Ring”! 

"Der Weiße Ring" - A must-ski circuit for skiers on their winter holiday in Lech Zürs at the Arlberg featuring six thrilling slopes around the Omeshorn mountain linking the villages of Lech, Zürs, Zug and Oberlech. 

“Der Weiße Ring – The Race” in Lech Zürs boasts international cult status.  
Every year, 1000 ambitious winter sports athletes compete in this thrilling race, every moment of which is closely followed by spectators alongside the course and at the finish line. Meanwhile, locals and guests listen to the race call as skiers of different age groups compete for a spot on the podium. 

Celebrity racers 

 Pepi Strobl, Harti Weirather, Tom Stiansen and Patrick Ortlieb have all participated in the legendary ski race in the past. In addition, Andreas Goldberger, Rainer Schönfelder and David Coulthard have also strapped on their skis to experience the Arlberg from its most challenging side.  

The commemorative plaque, which can be found at the Schlegelkopfbahn valley station, honours all the winners of the Weißen Ring race and lists the course record and the team rankings. In honour of Dipl.-Ing. Sepp Bildstein (12 February 1891 – 14 May 1970) – a recognised expert in international skiing and the founder of the ‘Der Weiße Ring’ ski circuit – a team classification, the ‘Bildstein Trophy’, was introduced at the Weißen Ring Race.