The Alpine World Ski Championships took place in Val Gardena between 7.2.1970 and 15.2.1970, and it had been the only World Cup so far, the results of which were included in the Alpine Ski World Cup. Photo of French participants, dressed in very futuristic ski suits with peaked caps and decorative belts. In the background, a Danish flag and a sign saying "Danimarca", which suggests that the photo was taken shortly before the opening ceremony.