An Umbrella Organization for all Luge Sports

FIL – FÉDÉRATION INTERNATIONALE DE LUGE DE COURSE

The International Luge Federation (FIL) is officially recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as the world federation of the sport of luge. The FIL is the sole international representative of the interests of the sport of luge. It is the highest authority in all concerns that regard the sport, and also the host of the world championships. The FIL currently has more than 50 member countries.

A Swiss premiere

The luge only started to gain popularity as a piece of sporting equipment in the 19th century. The first luge race with international participants took place in 1883, in Davos, Switzerland. From the beginning of the 1950s, the popularity of luge sports as a winter sports discipline started to increase. It was becoming increasingly recognized as a truly original winter sports discipline, even on an international level.

Treading a fine line

Success in this sport is achieved by mastering the athleticism of the start, having a high degree of courage and willingness to take risks, having the sensitivity required to really “feel” the driving dynamics, and the correct adjustment of the luge material to the track and weather conditions. Needless to say, the courage and skill of the pilot is also important.

Heated ambition

Winter, ice, cold, top performance - so it's not surprising that Eberspächer has actively supported luge as a partner for over twenty years. Since 2020, Eberspächer holds the title sponsorship of the FIL Luge World Cup Series, underscoring the value of reliable partnerships. Behind the stars on the track stands a motivated and professional team for achieving top performance – and it’s not different with Eberspächer products. Both in the sport of luge and at Eberspächer, innovation and continuous technical development are crucial.

Impressions of the season 2022/2023

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