With the aim of combining sporting performance, culture and education in a festive atmosphere, the 3rd edition of the Youth Olympic Games will be held from 9 to 22 January 2020 in Lausanne, the Olympic Capital. 3 regions are in the spotlight to host sports competitions, including the Vaud Alps, in particular Leysin where Freestyle skiing and snowboarding events will …
Leysin chalet des Jeux – Lausanne 2020 JOJ
On the occasion of the 2020 Youth Olympic Games, the Leysin Swimming Pool Sports Centre is at the heart of the festival, hosting conferences, concerts and other convivial events. Not forgetting an area for an introduction to summer freestyle sports. Hefti Sports will be present and will have a stand on Monday 20th January, come and see us! more info: …
Stöckli – Friend of the Swiss Wrestling
SEPTEMBER 2019 The “Kurzschwung” ski (with MC 12 binding and MC 20 Freeflex plate) will be available for all friends of Swiss wrestling at Hefti Sport. A “Swiss Wrestling” backpack containing various useful items – wooden cutting board, cap, wool hat, cord, jass cards, pen – accompanies each pair of skis. With the launch of the “Kurzschwung” ski, Stöckli is …
Jean Pierre Hefti @ Gasherbrum II – Juin 2019
It was on 28 June 1987 that Jean-Pierre Hefti reached the top of Gasherbrum II at 8,035 metres, he died the next day while trying to ski down the south face to 7,000 metres. He was accompanied by Steve Jones, Leysin’s guide.
Electric bike – June 2019
There is no limit with an electric bike. Enjoy discovering the mountain by bike without too much effort. You can test your bike at Hefti Sports before making a purchase. The municipality of Leysin offers its residents subsidy of up to CHF 400 when buying an electric bicycle.
Summer season is open in Leysin- June 2019
The summer season is open in Leysin. Get your equipment for Downhill bike, Dirt scoot, Electric bike or Via ferrata at our shop. Avoid the heat and take the cable car to the top of the Berneuse and go for a nice hike in the mountains. more info about our rental rates on our website.
New enduro bike Scott Ransom for summer 2019
11 April 2019 Enduro started in the mountains of Europe and is now an extremely popular sport worldwide . It is a good way to spend a day in beautiful natural scenery among like-minded cycling enthusiasts. Although Enduro riders face the challenges of rugged mountain terrain along with drops and jumps, it is still an approachable sport for novice riders. …
Job position – April 2019
Sports Store in the ski resort of Leysin, Switzerland, looking for a Bicycle Mechanic – Sales Desired profile: You have a degree or a certificate (CFC) in bicycle mechanic or at least 3 years of experience in a similar field. You are between 25 and 35 years of age You are a sport enthusiast and have experience in biking, skiing, …
XCX Skills Park
Sliding and balance: learning while having fun! Le plateau des Mosses – La Lécherette extends its offer with a new play area for cross-country skiing lessons. Cross-country skiing is a dynamic sport that requires good physical fitness and technical skills. Located in front of the Maison de l’Espace Nordique, the new XCX Skills Park combines slalom, bends and bumps, forest …
January 2019 – Leysin Freestyle Open
The host for the 2019 FIS Freeski and Snowboard Junior World Championship halfpipe competitions has been announced. Leysin will upgrade its halfpipe for next season’s Lausanne 2020 Winter Youth Olympic Games and will be the host of the FIS Freeski and Snowboard Junior World Championships 2019 halfpipe competitions. The competitions will take place between the 25th to 27th January 2019.