The countdown for the new season in the FIL Luge World Cup on natural track is on. In less than two months, on December 11th, the first World Cup winners of the 2020/2021 season will be announced in Kühtai (AUT).

As a foretaste of the upcomingbande World Cup season, here are the six most beautiful pictures from last season. The venues were Obdach-Winterleiten (AUT), Passeiertal (ITA), Vatra Donei (ROU), Deutschnofen (ITA), Laas (ITA) and Umhausen (AUT). All photos are by FIL photographer Miriam Jennewein.

Obdach-Winterleiten: Isa Guzeloglu (TUR) crashed into the boards and was unharmed

Passeiertal: Merged into one unit: Patrick Pigneter and Florian Clara (ITA) in the doubles

Vatra Dornei: Wolf and bear mingled with the luge fans

Deutschnofen: Full concentration before the start with Julia Plowy (POL)

Laas: Renzo Mariano Atance Conde from Argentina after crossing the finish line

Umhausen: Celebrated two victories: Michael Scheikl (AUT)