New Year's Ski Jumping at the Four Hills Tournament

The Four Hills Tournament stops at Garmisch-Partenkirchen on New Year's Day for the iconic Neujahrsskispringen at the Olympiaschanze. This leg of the legendary tour, which began in 1953, draws thousands of fans to witness ski jumpers soar down the HS 142 hill. The atmosphere is electric as athletes compete in a knock-out format that adds suspense to every round.

Spectators can expect both men's and women's competitions, a relatively new addition from the 2026-27 season. The event includes a probedurchgang (trial round) followed by two scoring rounds and a dramatic finale. The venue offers excellent views, and the nearby webcams and travel information help visitors plan their day.

Beyond the sport, the event is steeped in tradition—winners like Sven Hannawald and Kamil Stoch have achieved the grand slam here. Since 1953, the tournament has been a highlight of the World Cup calendar.