Altenberg bobsleigh, luge, and skeleton track

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Altenberg bobsleigh, luge, and skeleton track, International winter sports track in Altenberg, Germany

The facility extends for 1,413 meters through the Saxon landscape and contains 18 turns designed for bobsleigh, luge, and skeleton competitions.

The East German government initiated construction in 1981, completing the track in 1983 with subsequent modifications until its official opening in 1987.

The track serves as a center for winter sports excellence, drawing athletes from multiple nations who train and compete throughout the cold season.

The refrigeration system maintains ice conditions even when external temperatures reach 20 degrees Celsius, ensuring year-round operation capabilities.

Engineers installed numerous sensors throughout the track to monitor safety conditions and equipped the facility with closed-circuit television systems.

Location: Altenberg

GPS coordinates: 50.78222,13.72250

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:50

Hidden destinations in Saxony

Saxony offers remote locations away from tourist paths. The region features medieval villages, natural areas and cultural sites. Kriebstein and Moritzburg castles display German architecture from different periods. The Elbe Sandstone Mountains contain granite formations and hiking trails. Königstein Fortress stands above the Elbe River. Technical monuments like the Göltzschtal Bridge and historical museums complete the offer.

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