Hochfilzen will host the BMW IBU World Championships Biathlon from February 8 to 19, 2017. Biathlon fans can get a first whiff at the “Bummelnacht” on the 2nd of August and at Gaming Night on the 8th of August.

Austria’s biathlon hopefull Lisa Hauser and Olympic medalist Dominik Landertinger will in attendance and will meet with fans at the biathlon booth; a rare opportunity to meet both athletes up close. Following interviews on the main stage they will be available for autographs and some chatting. Last year the two of them caused excitement at the evening events in Waidring and Fieberbrunn. “It was awesome how many fans joined us and, therefore, I am already looking forward to it. Additionally, “Bummelnacht” and Gaming Night are always a great opportunity to meet friends”, according to Landertinger.

Gaming and Adventure Nights will take place each Monday, from 1830 hrs on in Waidring. Timok’s “Bummelnacht” will be held each Tuesday, from 1900 hrs on in Fieberbrunn. Both are free of admission.

Photo © WMP: great crowds at the „Bummelnacht” with Dominik Landertinger

Photo © WMP: Lisa Hauser surrounded by fans

Photo © WMP: Mayor Hochfilzer engaging in an exciting duel with Lisa Hauser last year