2011 Ski World Championships in Garmisch-Partenkirchen

The countdown is on: in less than 12 months, the 2011 Ski World Championships will begin in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, running from February 7 to February 20, 2011. Preparations for this major event—which is also seen as a “test” for Munich’s bid to host the 2018 Winter Olympics—are in full swing.

Riesch, Neureuther and company want to make the most of home advantage

The athletes are also already preparing meticulously for the 2011 Ski World Championships in Garmisch-Partenkirchen and want to make the most of home advantage by training extensively on the slopes. This will help them become completely familiar with the courses by the time the 2011 Ski World Championships begin. We can only hope that the athletes will also be in top physical shape. World Championship titles and Olympic medals in Maria Riesch’s case inspire confidence for the women, while the men, led by Felix Neureuther, will need to improve considerably. Spectator interest in the 2011 World Championships in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is sure to be very high, thanks to the local favorites. Holiday apartments in Garmisch-Partenkirchen will certainly be fully booked during the 2011 Ski World Championships.