About Franz Pfnür
Lived 1908 – 1996 (aged 87). Franz Pfnür was a German alpine skier and ski jumper.
Franz Pfnür (21 November 1908 – 21 September 1996) was a German alpine skier who competed in the 1936 Winter Olympics.
He was born in Schellenberg.
In 1936, he won the gold medal in the alpine skiing combined event.
As a recognition of his achievements, Pfnür was later invited to coffee with Adolf Hitler at his mountain retreat in Obersalzberg. He also joined the Schutzstaffel (SS).
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Who was Franz Pfnür?
German alpine skier (1908–1996)
When was Franz Pfnür born?
Franz Pfnür was born on 21 November 1908 in Berchtesgaden.
When did Franz Pfnür die?
Franz Pfnür died on 21 September 1996 in Oberau.
What was Franz Pfnür's occupation?
Franz Pfnür was an alpine skier and ski jumper.
What nationality was Franz Pfnür?
Franz Pfnür was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Franz Pfnür. https://biography.guide/franz-pfnur/
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