After having played host to 19 LG FIS Snowboard World Cup events since the FIS Grand Finals 2008, including the Snowboard World Cup Finals again in 2009 and a World Cup weekend in 2010, the snow-secure competition stadium on the plateau between the towns of Chiesa and Lanzada will be carrying out the 15th FIS Snowboard Junior World Championships from 28th March - 3rd April 2011.
Valmalenco also hosted the 12th FIS Snowboard Junior World Championships in 2008 at a very short notice after those had to be cancelled in Khanty-Mansisk (RUS) due to force majeure. The Italian Winter Sports Federation (FISI) and the organising committee in Valmalenco then carried out superb Snowboard Junior Worlds that have stayed in fond memory of all participants.
“Valmalenco is really unique thanks to the security of the snow and the great motivation and flexibility of the local organising committee and its volunteers. The hospitality and special charm of this region make competitions there into real season highlights,“ says FIS Snowboard Race Director Uwe Beier.
More than 300 young riders from some 30 countries will be expected to compete in the Valtelline valley and to enjoy the event along with the region that is not just famous for its sunny slopes but also for its hot spring spas, cheese and wine.
