King of the Alps

The

„King of the Alps“

King of the Alps is the world Championship in extreme kayaking, OC1 and packrafting.

For the 12th time in a row, some of the world’s best kayakers will be competing for the legendary title of ‘King, Queen and Knights of the Alps’. Qualification in 2025 will once again consist of a Masstart marathon on Saturday on a 5 km course from Saltaus to Riffian. The fastest 50 men, 10 women and 5 juniors will then battle it out on Sunday on the final course and in the legendary Intimidator rapids for one of the most coveted titles in extreme kayaking!
The team competition is also back and 10 teams can compete for the most beautiful trophy in canoeing, the ‘Sword of the Knights’.
Party, campfire feeling, side events, handmade medals, prize money and culinary delights await you.

mass start

Marathon

The mass start marathon is back!

In 2025, the general class, juniors and masters categories will once again be able to compete in the marathon.

5 km on the route between Saltaus and Riffian in a 3-4 difficulty level against up to 80 paddlers is not only a torture, it is also a lot of fun. The marathon is also categorized and awarded as a separate race

King´s

final run

The King of the Alps final run take place on the really impressive and especially intimidating rapids of the Passer River in the little village of Moos. Situated above the put in of the famous Passer-gorge, the race course is only a few 100 meters long but includes everything an extreme race needs. Waterfall, slides, big waves, and holes… For the athletes it’s difficult enough to find a line, and it’s even more difficult to make it the cleanest and fastest!

The Passer River flows along the Passeiertal valley and passes through the town of Merano. It’s located among the Alps and in the corner of Italy, which meets with the boarders of Austria and Switzerland.

Enjoy the weekend

like royalty!

Merano is small but famous town, in the era of the Kings it was very popular for its warm climate and unique vegetation encircled by mountain peaks. Today it is characterized by its many castles and a long history of tradition. The King of the Alps will awaken these times of glory and honor. The athletes will fight hard for the title but only one of them will win the crown at the end.

The Passeiertal valley offers a vast majority of recreational activities, with a huge scope to provide specifically to the outdoors. In every local valley you will find a torrent of water which can provide the perfect ambiance for those who are passionate about water sports. It is also an area which is already well known for hosting many events, with a wide spectrum of variety. The region offers an ample selection of excellent food and wine which reach from typical regional dishes to Italian specialties.

So don’t miss the opportunity and enjoy the weekend like royalty!