Sustainability
A passion for the water
Vicki Schwarz & Grabner
Brand ambassador, mum, water lover
Top-level sport meets authentic Austrian craftsmanship – and the joy of simply getting out on the water.
From her first paddle stroke as a child to family moments today – Vicki shares her love of the water with Grabner.
Brief introduction
Vicki Schwarz is one of Austria’s most successful canoeists. As a multiple Olympian, she embodies endurance, precision and a deep connection to the water.
What drives her is not just competition, but a passion for being active in nature and the feeling of being at home on the water.
Her love of the water began when she was just a child: back then, she would sit in a Grabner boat on the local lakes and discover the joy of paddling. Today, having retired from her active sporting career, she is back in a Grabner boat – this time with her son by her side. From the little girl who experienced her first adventures on the water to the mum who now enjoys spending time in nature – Vicki combines a passion for the water, family moments and the joy of being active in nature – exactly what Grabner stands for.
Win an exclusive kayaking workshop with Viktoria Schwarz
Would you like to improve your paddling technique and try out different kayaks?
Then enter the competition now.
Win an exclusive kayaking workshop with Vicki Schwarz at the Grabner in-house fair on Friday 12 June at 2 pm in Haag.
Here's what you can expect
1.5 hours of technique training with Vicki Schwarz
Personalised tips right by the water
Test paddling in various Grabner kayaks
Important:
There are only 6 places available.
You’ll be training in a small, intimate group.
Extra:
Every participant will receive a €300 voucher towards the purchase of a Grabner boat – valid on the day of the in-house fair.
How to take part
Simply fill in the form.
The winners will be notified before the in-house fair on 3 June.
Deadline for applications: 1 June 2026
Who is this suitable for?
Beginners who want to get off to a safe start
Advanced paddlers looking to improve their technique
Anyone who wants to try out or buy a kayak
👉 Enter the competition now and secure your chance to win.
Achievements and highlights
At the age of 19, Vicki won her first medal at the World Canoe Sprint Championships – the start of an impressive career.
Achievements
- World Champion
- Four-time Olympian
- Overall World Cup winner
- 29 World Cup medals
- 23-time national champion
- World record holder 2011–2021
Special moments
- December 2022: Birth of her son
- February 2025: Official retirement – the end of an impressive career in elite sport
Shared values
🌿 Sustainability
Durable materials and sustainable production rather than disposable products.
🛶 Quality & Craftsmanship
Every boat is built in Austria with expertise, precision and a great deal of craftsmanship.
💙 A passion for water
Whether it’s sport, family time or leisure adventures – being by the water brings people together.
⛰️ Freedom & Nature
Get out and about, explore, and slow down.
Vicki out and about with Grabner
These days, Vicki is no longer interested in competition, but in the experience itself – spending time together on the water, peace and quiet, nature, and the freedom to simply set off paddling. Whether on local lakes or small rivers, Vicki savours every moment she can spend with her son in a Grabner boat.
3 questions for Vicki
What does water mean to you?
Water is my home. In the past, through elite sport; today, with my son Benny.
The place where everything becomes quieter.
What makes a good boat in your opinion?
You can tell a good boat straight away – from the quality, the materials and, above all, the feel.
You step aboard and just feel at ease.
Where do you most enjoy going?
Preferably in the sunshine, on crystal-clear water –
where you can only get there by boat.
conclusion
Out and about together
We are delighted to have Vicki Schwarz as a brand ambassador at Grabner. She is genuine, authentic and approachable, and shares our passion for boats, water, nature and Austria’s local lakes. We are absolutely thrilled to be working with her – and we can’t wait to experience many special moments on the water together.
