Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH
Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH
The Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH (OSE) is responsible for the organisation and realisation of the BMW IBU World Championships Biathlon 2023 in Oberhof as well as the World Cups in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
Sustainability
Sustainability is also playing an increasingly important role in sport. That is why we are implementing key components of our DSV Sustainability Strategy 2030 in Oberhof.
The LOTTO Thüringen ARENA
The "LOTTO Thüringen ARENA am Rennsteig" in Oberhof not only serves as a biathlon stadium, but can also be used as a venue for major events.
News
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The LaVita IBU World Cup Biathlon 2027 in Oberhof will feature six exciting races over four days of competition. The men's sprint is scheduled for Thursday, March 4, 2027, and the women's sprint for Friday, March 5, 2027. The men's and women's pursuit races are scheduled for Saturday, March 8, 2027. The World Cup will conclude on Sunday, March 9, 2027, with two relay competitions. On Sunday, March 7, 2027, the World Cup will conclude with two relay competitions. The competition times will be announced at a later date.
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While the world's top biathletes kick off the Olympic winter season in Östersund, Sweden, excitement is also building in Oberhof: the volunteers for the BMW IBU Biathlon World Cup 2026 are preparing for their big assignment. Today's kick-off marks the start of the intense preparation phase.
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Earlier than expected, Oberhof's sports and leisure facilities are now in winter mode. At all locations—from Kanzlersgrund to Fallbachhang—the frosty temperatures have been consistently used to set the course for successful winter operations.
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On July 1, 2025, a new chapter will begin for the Biathlon Tour: Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH, which organizes the BMW IBU Biathlon World Cup in Oberhof, will become a partner of the world's largest public biathlon event. This will strengthen the presence of the World Cup event throughout the year.
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The offices of the functionaries, the underground tunnel system or the shooting range up close: From April 1, 2025, guests can once again take a look behind the scenes at the LOTTO Thüringen ARENA am Rennsteig on exclusive backstage tours. During the Easter holidays special children's tours are also on the program.
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![[Translate to English:] Am Greifenberg im Thüringer Wald sind 2023 neue Bäume gesetzt worden. Sie gehören zum „WM-Klimawald“, ein Projekt der Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH und des Thüringen Forst. Fotoquelle: Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH](/fileadmin/_processed_/1/d/csm_WM-Klimawald__1__64bff12718.jpeg "[Translate to English:] Am Greifenberg im Thüringer Wald sind 2023 neue Bäume gesetzt worden. Sie gehören zum „WM-Klimawald“, ein Projekt der Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH und des Thüringen Forst. Fotoquelle: Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH")
As part of the Coop FIS Cross-Country World Cup 2024 in Oberhof, the German talents in the U14 and U15 age groups also made their grand appearance. They have competed in the DSV e.infra Schülercup in the LOTTO Thüringen ARENA am Rennsteig.
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As part of the Coop FIS Cross-Country World Cup 2024 in Oberhof, the German talents in the U14 and U15 age groups also made their grand appearance. They have competed in the DSV e.infra Schülercup in the LOTTO Thüringen ARENA am Rennsteig.
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![[Translate to English:]](/fileadmin/_processed_/c/5/csm_Andreas_Schluetter_Sportlicher_Leiter_Skilanglauf_des_DSV_Foto_Christian_Heilwagen_0fde409e4c.jpg "[Translate to English:] Andreas Schlütter_Sportlicher Leiter Skilanglauf des DSV_Foto Christian Heilwagen")
"The anticipation in the team is huge"
Events
Here you can get an overview of the various events organised by Oberhofer Sport und Event GmbH.
Firmenlauf THÜRINGENS SÜDEN®
The "Firmenlauf THÜRINGENS SÜDEN®" (company run) takes place once a year. The sporty networking party has become the annual highlight for companies in the region. Save the Date: 19th August 2026!
LaVita IBU World Cup Biathlon
The LaVita IBU World Cup Biathlon in Oberhof is entering the next round: From March 4th - 7th, 2027, the exciting competitions will once again take place in the "LOTTO Thüringen ARENA am Rennsteig"!
Exclusive Backstage Tour
The fascination of winter sports - all here in one place
A look behind the scenes at the LOTTO Thüringen ARENA am Rennsteig