King of the First Hill

15.03.2025

You can become a King or Queen without blue blood. On the "King of the First hill" downhill race from Oberjoch to Grindel Tal, daredevil snow enthusiasts can earn this noble title if they race fast enough. Participants must complete the course in the shortest possible time. Aspirants to the title compete in the categories Ski, Snowboard and Fun. In the latter, participants tear down the mountain in costume and it's not the fastest, but rather the most average time that counts. Glory and honour is assured for all the participants but the crown is reserved for the best.

Race day

FRIDAY, 14.03.2025

The route is flagged out for viewing from the morning

SATURDAY, 15.03.2025

from 8:00 h: First Cable Car in operation
14:00 to 16:00 h: Issuing of start numbers at First Mountain Restaurant
14:00 to 15:00 h: Late registrations in First Mountain Restaurant possible (+ CHF 10), cash only
starting at 17:00 h: 'King of the First Hill' start at the Oberjoch summit station chairlift
18:30 to 20:00 h: Ocean Orchestra concert on the Eiger+ Eventplatz
20:00 h: Ranking announcement at the Eiger+ Eventplatz
20:30 to 21:00 h: Ocean Orchestra concert on the Eiger+ Eventplatz

Race card

GRINDELWALD-FIRST

The start is at the Oberjoch summit station chairlift. Some check gates must be passed along the way. The remainder of the route can be selected by each participant. It is definitely an advantage to familiarise yourself with the piste, which is still possible if you visit the course before the race. You then arrive at the finish line in Grindel Tal. The ranking announcement will then take place at the Eiger+ Eventplatz.