Vuokatti, Finland, 2-10 February 2018

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Zebastian Modin, Sweeden holds on to his guides pole as he goes downhill

Zebastian Modin, Sweeden holds on to his guides pole as he goes downhill at the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games

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Zebastian Modin, Sweeden holds on to his guides pole as he goes downhill at the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games © • www.photo-hartmann.de

Cross-country and biathlon

The final World Cup before athletes head to the Paralympic Winter Games takes place in Vuokatti, Finland, ending just one month before the start of PyeongChang 2018.

The venue is well known by Para Nordic skiers, having hosted regular events including World Cups for the past two seasons.

With a total of 150km of unspoilt routes, athletes are treated to a challenging course through the heart of Sotkamo. The venue is located next to the Vuokatti Sports Institute, where Finland’s best cross-country and biathlon skiers train year round.

2017-18 World Para Nordic Skiing World Cup
City, Country Sport Date
Canmore, Canada Cross-country skiing and biathlon 9-17 December 2017
Oberried, Germany Cross-country skiing and biathlon 20-28 January 2018
Vuokatti, Finland Cross-country skiing and biathlon 2-10 February 2018