Start
Kitzbühel – Kirchberg, Austria
For the second time the race starts from the Austrian town of Kitzbühel, home to the famous Hahnenkamm downhill race. Athletes will run through the town before racing 900m to the top of the mountain.
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Athletes during the start of Red Bull X-Alps 2023© zooom / Christian Lorenz
Turnpoint 1
Hahnenkamm, Austria
We partnered with KitzSki to set the very first Turnpoint right at the start gate of the world’s most famous downhill ski course: the Hahnenkamm. Already a Turnpoint in 2021 and 2023, here athletes will attempt to spread their wings right at the famous Streif start house and fly into the Alps. If the weather is bad, they continue on foot.
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Athletes will be taking off at the famous Streif start house© zooom / Christian Lorenz
Athletes flying around Hahnenkamm, Austria during Red Bull X-Alps 2023© zooom / Adi Geisegger
Thomas Friedrich signing the Turnpoint in 2023© zooom / Vitek Ludvik
Turnpoint 2
Sexten Dolomites, Italy
Nestled in the shadow of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage, Sexten is the classic South Tyrolean mountain village. Already a Turnpoint in 2023, this time athletes have to pass it earlier in the race and going from north to south.
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Sexten is the classic South Tyrolean mountain village© Tourismusverband Sexten
Tim Alongi (FRA3) flying over the Dolomites in 2023© zooom / Adi Geisegger
Athletes climbing in the Dolomites during the race 2023© zooom / Adi Geisegger
Turnpoint 3
Toblinger Knoten, Italy
The first of three via ferratas in this year’s race! Athletes must climb the Toblinger Knoten (2,617m), surrounded by breathtaking views of the Sexten Dolomites, including the iconic 3 Zinnen (also known as Tre Cime). Upon reaching the summit, they must take a selfie capturing the stunning scenery and send it to the race committee as proof of completing the first Adventure Turnpoint.
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Athletes must climb the Toblinger Knoten (2,617m)© Wisthaler
Turnpoint 4
Merano 2000, Italy
Merano 2000 lies in the heart of South Tyrol. To reach the Turnpoint, athletes take on the Heini Holzer via ferrata in the Schenna region, climbing toward the Merano 2000 Turnpoint at the renowned paragliding hotspot, Kuhleitenhütte. From there, a breathtaking glide leads them to the next Turnpoint: Schenna.
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Merano 2000 lies in the heart of South Tyrol© Manuel Kottersteger
The Turnpoint is located next to the paragliding hotspot Kuhleitenhütte© Manuel Kottersteger
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Turnpoint 5
Turnpoint 5
Schenna, Italy
Just a stone’s throw away from Merano 2000, Schenna offers a terrain that transitions from gentle valley footpaths to steep Alpine climbs with elevations ranging between 400 and 2,781m. The region is the home terrain of veteran athlete Aaron Durogati.
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Schenna offers a diverse terrain© Tourismusverein Schenna – Dietmar Denger
It is one of South Tyrol’s most scenic vantage points© Toursmusverein Schenna – Dietmar Denger
Schenna lies at elevations between 400m and 2,781m© Tourismusverein Schenna – René Gamper
X-Turnpoint
St. Moritz, Switzerland
A never seen before X-Turnpoint, one that athletes have to pass twice – once on their way to France and then again when they come back to Austria. St. Moritz boasts some of the most challenging outdoor sports terrains in the Swiss Alps. The unpredictable Alpine weather adds a strategic element to the race, requiring athletes to be adept in navigating swiftly changing conditions.
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St. Moritz is a prime location for paragliding launches© St. Moritz Tourism AG
The Turnpoint sign is located in the town center© St. Moritz Tourism AG
St. Moritz blends adventure and culture in a breathtaking natural setting© St. Moritz Tourism AG
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Disentis Sedrun, Switzerland
A new Turnpoint in 2025, Disentis Sedrun presents athletes with a dynamic challenge. Situated at the watershed of the Rhone and Rhine rivers in the heart of the Swiss Alps, this area is known for its steep ascents, high-altitude passes and unpredictable weather. With elevations reaching over 3,000m, the terrain will push athletes’ endurance, adaptability and navigation skills as they transition between hiking, running and flying.
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Disentis Sedrun is known for its steep ascents and high-altitude passes© Andermatt+Sedrun+Disentis & Sedrun Disentis Tourismus
It is located in the heart of the Swiss Alps© Andermatt+Sedrun+Disentis & Sedrun Disentis Tourismus
Disentis Sedrun brings nature, culture and adventure together © Andermatt+Sedrun+Disentis & Sedrun Disentis Tourismus
Turnpoint 8
Niesen, Switzerland
Turnpoint for the second time the summit of Niesen is also known as the Swiss Pyramid because of its perfect triangular shape. The mountain is a popular flying site well known to the Swiss athletes Chrigel Maurer and Patrick von Känel, who live in gliding distance. The other two Swiss athletes Nicola Heiniger and Lars Meerstetter also come from the immediate area.
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Niesen with its iconic peak is a well-known flying site© Rob Lewis Photography
Patrick von Känel launching off Niesen in 2023© zooom / Adi Geisegger
Chrigel Maurer at the Turnpoint in 2023© zooom / Sebastian Marko
Turnpoint 9
Mont Blanc, France
The highest mountain in the western Alps makes another appearance as a Turnpoint. This time athletes have to reach it via a via ferrata and then send a selfie to the race committee. Bad weather in this section considerably slows athletes down.
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Chrigel Maurer flying close to the Mont Blanc during Red Bull X-Alps 2021© zooom / Sebastian Marko
Turnpoint 10
Les 2 Alpes, France
A new Turnpoint in 2025 Les 2 Alpes offers a mix of diverse terrains. The area reaches up to 3,600m and these elevation changes plus the technical nature of the trails will test the athletes’ climbing skills, endurance, and their ability to transition between different sports rapidly. From this most western Turnpoint athletes turn east for the return journey and face the longest open-distance section, almost 250km.
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Les 2 Alpes is a new Turnpoint in 2025© Les 2 Alpes
The area reaches up to 3,600m© Les 2 Alpes
Les 2 Alpes is the most western Turnpoint of the route© Les 2 Alpes
Turnpoint 11
Ascona-Locarno, Switzerland
Ascona-Locarno is a region of incredible variety, from palm-lined shores of Lake Maggiore to glacier peaks. With steep climbs, technical descents and shifting thermals over Lake Maggiore, athletes will be pushed to adapt at every step. The region’s mix of rugged terrain and scenic beauty ensures this section of the race will be as demanding as it is unforgettable.
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Ascona-Locarno is a region of incredible variety© unforgettableworld.com
The region is located at Lake Maggiore © Ascona-Locarno Tourism – Giacomo Mirarch
In just a few kilometres you can go from palm trees to the Basodino glacier© Ascona-Locarno Tourism – Alessio Pizzicannella
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Bellinzona, Switzerland
Bellinzona is characterized by deep valleys, steep climbs and dramatic ridgelines that will test the athletes’ stamina and strategic decision making. The Turnpoint sign is located close to the three castles of the area. Here we could see athletes diverging as they face the decision of whether to cross the flats or head back into the mountains.
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Bellinzona is characterized by deep valleys and steep climbs © Bellinzona e Valli Turismo – parisiva.ch
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St. Moritz, Switzerland
Athletes will pass through the X-Turnpoint St. Moritz for the second time, this time on their way back to Austria from France. This gives fans the unique chance to see them twice at this iconic location. After that, they will cross the main Alpine divide for the fourth time in the race.
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St. Moritz is a prime location for paragliding launches© St. Moritz Tourism AG
The Turnpoint sign is located in the town center© St. Moritz Tourism AG
St. Moritz blends adventure and culture in a breathtaking natural setting© St. Moritz Tourism AG
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Lermoos Tiroler Zugspitz Arena, Austria
Lermoos – Tiroler Zugspitz Arena has been a Turnpoint since 2015, which means this year marks its 10-year anniversary. The Turnpoint sign is located at 1,014m at the Austrian side of Germany’s tallest mountain.
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Lermoos – Tiroler Zugspitz Arena has been a Turnpoint since 2015© Tiroler Zugspitz Arena
The Turnpoint sign is located at 1,014m© zooom / Adi Geisegger
Tom de Dorlodot (BEL1) signing the Turnpoint in 2023© zooom / Adi Geisegger
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Zugspitze, Germany
The Zugspitze is Germany’s highest mountain at 2,962m. With its steep terrain and dynamic wind conditions it will push the athletes to their limits. A cylinder athletes can pass in the air or on the ground.
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Athletes can pass the Zugspitze in the air or on the ground© zooom / Felix Woelk
Turnpoint 16
Schmittenhöhe, Austria
The last and final Turnpoint for those athletes still in the race is this 1,960m peak overlooking Zell am See. At this point the race is all but over, just one final glide remains.
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The final Turnpoint is overlooking Zell am See © Nikolaus Faistauer Photography
Chrigel Maurer (SUI1) at the Turnpoint in 2023© Johannes Radlwimmer
At this point the race is all but over, just one final glide remains© zooom / Sebastian Marko
Goal
Zell am See, Austria
The finish for the ones who make it this far. Zell am See is one of Austria’s most famous lakeside resorts. With camping beside the lake, it is the perfect venue to finish the race and recover afterwards.
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Zell am See provides the perfect setting to wrap up the race© zooom / Sebastian Marko
Chrigel Maurer celebrates in the finish in Zell am See, Austria © zooom / Christian Lorenz