Six months before the Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina 2026, the iconic ski jumping stadium Giuseppe Dal Ben in Val di Fiemme is now fully renovated and operational. In the heart of the Italian Alps, the Trentino region has taken a decisive step by officially inaugurating this venue, which will host key ski jumping and Nordic combined events. The new HS143 and HS109 ramps have already seen their first jumps with young Italian athletes like Annika Sieff and Iacopo Bortolas, who symbolically opened the Olympic hill.

The renovation is part of a public investment of 450 million euros aimed at modernizing the region’s sports infrastructure. With a brand new judges’ tower, state-of-the-art cooling technology, an inclined elevator for athletes and visitors, and temporary seating for 20,000 spectators, the venue promises not only a world-class event but also a lasting legacy. Trentino‘s president, Maurizio Fugatti, emphasized that the project represents both a commitment to 2026 and a long-term investment in the development of Nordic sports in the region.

Predazzo, Olympic legacy in motion

The renovated stadium in Predazzo will not only host six Olympic events, including the men’s and women’s individual competitions and mixed team events, but will also serve as a hub for training and sports festivals in the months leading up to the Games. Starting in September, the venue will be the epicenter of the “FIS Nordic Summer Festival” and various international training camps, highlighting its potential as a platform for the development and global visibility of Nordic skiing. After the Games, the stadium is expected to become a permanent facility with seating for 2,000 and year-round tourist access.

The long-term vision of the project is also evident in nearby venues such as the Lago di Tesero Cross-Country Ski Center, where new changing rooms and trail sections were already used during the recent Tour de Ski. Unlike other Italian Olympic infrastructures still facing delays, Trentino moves forward with precision, planning, and ambition. With its sporting history, geological value, and unique natural surroundings, Predazzo is much more than an Olympic venue: it is a symbol of the legacy Italy aims to build from the Alps to the world.