The 21st Winter Deaflympics 2027 in Innsbruck and Seefeld

The Winter Deaflympics 2027 celebrate a special comeback: For the first time in nearly 80 years, the world's most significant winter sports event for deaf athletes returns to its historical roots. In January 2027, Innsbruck and Seefeld will become the stage for athletic excellence, lived inclusion, and international encounters.

An event with tradition and future
The Deaflympics are among the oldest international multisport events in the world. The first Summer Games took place in 1924, while the winter edition was launched in 1949 in Seefeld. The fact that the games will be held again in Tyrol in 2027 emphasizes the long tradition of the region as a host of significant winter sports events.
However, the Deaflympics stand for much more than athletic competition: They promote inclusion, visibility, and social participation. The sports that partially correspond to the program of the Olympic Winter Games are held under special conditions, as the athletes rely on visual signals. The combination of this unique challenge, the hosting of several sports at different locations simultaneously, and a very international field of participants makes the Deaflympics a fascinating multisport event with its own dynamics.

Innsbruck & Seefeld: Two strong hosts
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