The Future of Vuokatti’s Ski Jumping Hill Under Review – Resources to Be Repurposed in Jyväskylä

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Future of Vuokatti’s Ski Jump Under Review – Resources Repurposed for Use in Jyväskylä

There are four ski jumping hills located in Vuokatti, the largest of which is the HS100 hill. This hill has been used during both summer and winter seasons. Originally opened in the early 1970s, the hill’s K-point was initially 80 meters. Ahead of the 1992 FIS Nordic Junior World Ski Championships, the hill was renovated and the K-point was moved to 90 meters (HS100). Since then, the hill has hosted both national and international ski jumping and Nordic combined competitions.

Over the years, the condition of the HS100 hill has deteriorated significantly, and due to safety concerns, it is currently closed for summer use. The future of the hill is under evaluation. One option being considered is the demolition of the existing structure, alongside an exploration of development opportunities for the area. At present, there are no concrete plans for a new ski jumping hill.

Vuokatti Sport and the Finnish Ski Association have agreed to donate the hill’s plastic landing surface to be reused in Jyväskylä. The plastic mats will be used to improve training conditions at the ski jumping center in Jyväskylä. This decision reflects a broader commitment to developing winter sports facilities across Finland in a sustainable and resource-efficient way.

The other ski jumping hills in Vuokatti remain operational and continue to offer year-round training opportunities for junior athletes, maintaining Vuokatti’s position as an important training center for ski jumping.

Jyväskylä’s Laajavuori HS108 hill – also known as the Matti Nykänen hill – has not been in summer use in recent years due to soil erosion caused by heavy rainfall. However, conditions have now been restored to a usable state thanks to improvement efforts.

“Our volunteer team removed the damaged plastic mats from the hill pit earlier this summer, and with the plastic being transferred from Vuokatti, we can bring the large hill back into summer use,” says Jouni Lappalainen, head of the volunteer group and chair of the Jyväskylä Ski Club’s ski jumping section.

Further information:
Kosti Puurunen, CEO, Vuokatti Sport
Marleena Valtasola, Finnish Ski Association