Episode Details

In this episode, we travel to Predazzo in the beautiful Val di Fiemme to explore the legendary Giuseppe Dal Ben Ski Jumping Arena. We uncover the history of this venue, which opened in 1989 and has since hosted three editions of the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships (1991, 2003, 2013).

Join us as we discuss the massive €36 million renovation project upgrading the facility—including new lighting and a modern judges' tower—in preparation for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina. We also break down the technical details of the HS 136 and HS 104 ski jumping hills, the venue’s year-round capabilities with plastic landing areas, and the hill records held by icons like Adam Małysz. Whether you are a fan of Nordic Combined or just love winter sports history, this deep dive into Italy's premier jumping stadium is for you.