SATURDAY, 06 FEBRUARY 2027
The MINI KINI is our competition for young cross-country skiing talents. Girls and boys between the ages of 6 and 14 can put their skills to the test on a 4 to 6 kilometre cross-country ski course in accordance with the DWO regulations. Whether kindergarten, preschool or primary school age, there is a suitable course for everyone. The youngest participants (kindergarten age) start directly in Oberammergau.
And no participant goes away empty-handed. Everyone who takes part receives a certificate, and high-quality prizes are raffled off as part of a tombola.
The girls and boys start at 13:30 in Ettal. After 4 or 6 kilometres, they cross the finish line at the Oberammergau Sports Centre. Parents and supporters can cheer on the young athletes from the grandstand over the final metres and celebrate their achievement after they cross the finish line.
There will also be plenty of activities away from the course. With “DSV on Tour”, the youngest participants can enjoy additional activities and hands-on challenges where they can try out their skills. And, of course, DSV mascot Skitty will be there too, enthusiastically cheering on the youngest participants in the children’s, youth and kindergarten races.
The award ceremony, including the presentation of prizes, will take place at approximately 15:00 in the Oberammergau stadium, close to the finish area.
The MINI KINI is organised by König Ludwig Lauf e.V. and run by Skiclub Oberammergau.
The U15 to U12 age groups start at 13:30 in Ettal, while the U11 to U9 age groups start at 13:45 in Ettal.
Our youngest participants, the Bambinis (U8 to U5), start at 12:00 in Oberammergau and complete the DSV skills course.
Start Times
S15 (born 2011) to S12 (born 2014)
13:30 – Start in Ettal / König Ludwig Lauf start area → Finish in Oberammergau
S11 (born 2015) to S8 (born 2017)
13:45 – Start in Ettal / König Ludwig Lauf start area → Finish in Oberammergau
U10 (born 2018) to U5 (born 2021)
12:00 – Start in Oberammergau (Skills Course)
Race Bib Collection & Late Registration
Oberammergau Sports Centre, Saturday, 31 January 2026, 11:00–11:45 – Skills Course
Ettal Start Area, Saturday, 31 January 2026, 12:15–13:15 – 4 km and 6 km races
Age Categories
S5 to S8 – Skills Course
S9 / S10 / S11 / S12 / S13 / S14 / S15 – female/male
Award Ceremony
The award ceremony will take place afterwards at the Oberammergau Sports Centre and will include a prize raffle with high-quality prizes.
All participants in the U5 to U10 categories will receive a medal.
Entry Fees
A 20% discount is granted for combined registrations, for example when entering the 21 km race on Saturday together with the 42 km race on Sunday.
| Distance | until 30 June 2026 | until 31 October 2026 | until 31 December 2026 | from 01 January 2027 | Late Registration Fee On Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 KM | €90.00 | €95.00 | €100.00 | €110.00 | +€10.00 |
| 21 KM | €75.00 | €80.00 | €90.00 | €95.00 | +€10.00 |
| 10 KM | €40.00 | €45.00 | €50.00 | €60.00 | +€10.00 |
| MINI – KINI | €10.00 | €15.00 | €15.00 | €15.00 | +€5.00 |
| 21 KM Doctors’ World Championship | €90.00 | €95.00 | €100.00 | €105.00 | +€10.00 |
| 42 KM Doctors’ World Championship | €115.00 | €120.00 | €125.00 | €130.00 | +€10.00 |
A free shuttle bus service from Oberammergau to Ettal will be provided. Buses start operating at 06:30. The final bus departs from Oberammergau at 10:30.
By Car
From Munich: Take the A95 motorway to its end and continue towards Oberau. In Oberau, turn right towards Augsburg. After crossing the Ettaler Berg mountain pass, you will reach Ettal – the southern gateway to the Ammergau Alps Nature Park.
From the A7: Travel via Seeg, Roßhaupten and Lechbruck to Steingaden. From there, continue towards Garmisch-Partenkirchen on the B23 to Bad Bayersoien in the northern part of the Ammergau Alps Nature Park.
From Füssen: Travel via Steingaden and then continue towards Garmisch-Partenkirchen on the B23 to Bad Bayersoien in the northern part of the Nature Park.
From Innsbruck: Travel towards Garmisch-Partenkirchen and then follow the signs for the A95 / Munich. In Oberau, turn left towards Augsburg. After crossing the Ettaler Berg mountain pass, you will reach Ettal – the southern gateway to the Ammergau Alps Nature Park.
By Bus / Train
The Ammergau Alps are easily accessible by train from Munich. In Murnau, change to the regional Ammertalbahn train. During the scenic journey with magnificent views of the Alps, the train serves Bad Kohlgrub, Saulgrub, Altenau, Unterammergau and Oberammergau.
From Innsbruck, take the train via Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Oberau. From there, change to a regional bus towards Füssen.
Guests staying with participating accommodation providers receive an electronic guest card that includes free use of all regional buses throughout the Ammergau Alps. This allows you to travel conveniently around the region without having to worry about parking.
Airports
- Munich Airport (Franz Josef Strauss / MUC), approx. 130 km away, with the best transport connections
- Memmingen Airport (Allgäu Airport Memmingen / FMM), approx. 80 km away
- Innsbruck Airport (INN), approx. 100 km away
