Obstacles
One at a time.
There is no way around it: At the Arlberger Wadlbeisser, 19 or even 22 obstacles will make life pretty tough for you. Click your way through our sweat-inducing list here:
TORt(o)ur
Welcome to the Arlberger Wadlbeisser the start begins in a darkened room below the moderator’s stage. Music charges the atmosphere. The spectators go wild. You’re still feeling strong, but not for much longer: The first obstacle must be climbed before the starting shot is fired. Off we go!
1. Hay Hopping
After 100 m | 100 m
The race has just begun, and you're already airborne! Jump and bounce over a hay bale – a perfect warm-up for your legs!
2. Hayreka
After 300 m | 300 m
The endless ups and downs just won’t stop: in the hay barn, you’ll feel it firsthand (watch out – it's prickly!). To conquer this obstacle, you must climb over hay bales and a container. Remember: after every low comes a high. Promise!
3. Leg Killer
After 800 m | 800 m
This will make your legs feel like they are on fire from the very outset. 100 metres in elevation gain need to be surmounted over a distance of 400 metres. No later than when you get to the top, you will be hungry for more.
4. Arlberg Tunnel View
After 1,2 km | 1,2 km
Are your calves already burning? Then crawl through the left pipe and you’ll soon be at the finish line. Hard-core participants, however, opt for the long distance.
Either way: give it everything you’ve got!
5. Haul-Up
After 3,6 km
The next climb is coming, that's standard in St. Anton am Arlberg. And here it is. But that would be too easy – so grab a wooden log and carry it up with you.
6. Slip 'n Slide
After 5,1 km
Take a breath on the water slide – but you’ll pay for this short break soon enough. The next obstacle is already waiting!
7. Double Trouble
After 6,2 km | 1,8 km
Being a team player is an advantage here – climbing the wooden wall is much easier with a buddy. Oh, did you leave your "Best Buddy" at home? Then take a running start and use your pull-up skills. But don’t celebrate too soon – after the first wall, another one awaits.
We’re still working on it.
After 3,1 km
Our creative minds are currently coming up with your next obstacle. Whether crawling, climbing, or combating – it definitely won’t be easy.
We’re still working on it.
After 8 km
Our creative minds are currently coming up with your next obstacle. Whether crawling, climbing, or combating – it definitely won’t be easy.
We’re still working on it.
After 8,5 km
Our creative minds are currently coming up with your next obstacle. Whether crawling, climbing, or combating – it definitely won’t be easy.
11. Glacier Crevasse
After 8,8 km | 3,4 km
The Glacier Crevasse demands precision – or rather, nimble footwork. With good balance, steady nerves, and full focus, you'll make it safely to the other side. Miss a step, and you'll be taking the shortcut straight into the icy meltwater.
We’re still working on it.
After 9 km | 3,7 km
Our creative minds are currently coming up with your next obstacle. Whether crawling, climbing, or combating – it definitely won’t be easy.
13. Splish Splash
After 9,1 km | 3,8 km
Water is your new challenge. Here, you’ll cross a slippery stream. Be thankful you’re not wading through the Rosanna River, just this small muddy and rocky waterway. Hope your shoes are waterproof!
14. Eagle's Nest
After 9,4 km | 4 km
The Eagle's Nest takes you to new heights! Climb up the angled wooden beams, make your way across the rope net, and work your way back down on the other side. Strength, coordination, and a little courage will help you conquer this challenge. So spread your wings and climb on!
15. Surprise Obstacle
After 8,8 km | 3,4 km
You thought you knew the course? Think again. Around the next corner, the unexpected awaits. No map, no spoilers – just your instincts, your courage, and maybe a bit of luck. Have fun guessing … and sweating!
16. Icefall Steep Climb
After 10,5 km | 5 km
As steep as the icefall in the Kandahar race: to conquer our quarterpipe, you need serious momentum. Good thing there’s a DJ and announcer heating up the atmosphere. Maybe a fellow racer will lend you a sweaty hand and pull you up.
17. WellCom Vertical
After 10,8 km | 5,4 km
You will realise here at the latest that the shortest route is not always the fastest. A rope is your aid on this slope - with an incline gradient of only 40 percent!
18. Water Strider
After 10,9 km | 5,5 km
Run across the water like your animal namesake. Your balance will be pushed to the limit – one wrong step and you're soaked.
19. World Champion Slalom
After 11,3 km | 5,8 km
Turn after turn – find the perfect racing line through the giant slalom gates. The commentators from the 2001 Ski World Champs will be cheering you on. Just don’t miss a gate!
We’re still working on it.
After 11,6 km | 6,1 km
Our creative minds are currently coming up with your next obstacle. Whether crawling, climbing, or combating – it definitely won’t be easy.
21. Paddling Pool
After 11,9 km | 6,5 km
Fancy a cool down? Then the paddling pool is just the ticket. Wade, swim or dive through the cool water - despite that fact it offers no real refreshment.
22. Welly It
After 12,3 km | 6,8 km
Nothing can stop you now you’re so close to the finish. Except maybe a long trail of tires underfoot? Hoppity hop!
23. Last Hurdle
After 12,5 km | 7 km
The last obstacle awaits – and it's no walk in the park! A steep wooden wall blocks your way. Pull yourself up, use every ounce of muscle left, and conquer this monster! The reward? A descent and, finally, the well-earned home stretch. Finally!
