
Oetz Trophy
Oetz Trophy
The OETZ TROPHY is one of the hardest kayak races in the Alps. On the Ötztaler Ache — whitewater class V — the world's best paddlers compete head to head. No open entry: you race here by invitation only.
The race course covers the most demanding sections of the Ötztaler Ache. Class V whitewater with technical passages, powerful hydraulics and fast currents. The course demands experience, technique, and the willingness to push your limits. Only those who know and respect the river stand a chance here.
Date
19 Sept 2026
Format
Time Trial
Entry
Invite Only
Rules
- 01Participation by personal invitation from the organisers only.
- 02All participants must have proven experience in class IV–V whitewater.
- 03Full safety equipment is mandatory: helmet, PFD, spray skirt, throw bag.
- 04Instructions from safety personnel must be followed at all times.
- 05Acceptance of the terms & conditions and privacy policy at bib number distribution.