Snow-sure ski areas Austria
winter wonderland of Gurgl
What do Christmas, Carnival and Easter have in common? A little hint: it is white, cold, glittery and not only makes children's eyes shine. Exactly... snow. Because there is plenty of it in Gurgl on all these public holidays and also in between. Add to that the best slope conditions, maximum skiing comfort and many more winter activities – and the perfect ski holiday is complete in Gurgl.
Enough snow? For sure!
Did you know that Obergurgl-Hochgurgl is one of the snow-surest ski areas in Austria? The holiday resort at the rear end of Ötztal owes this primarily to its high alpine altitude. The ski area stretches between 1800 meters up to 3030 meters. This means that skiing fun in Gurgl begins where it has long since ended in many other ski areas. Additionally, Gurgl is one of Austria’s first non-glacier ski areas to open its ski slopes and mountain lifts. Skis and snowboards are in action already from mid-November. Usually, all 112 kilometers of ski pistes are already open at this time. True winter sports enthusiasts can look forward to the white splendor for almost 6 months as the snow-sure Gurgl ski area is in operation from November to April.
Ski area with highest level of comfort
A total of 25 modern gondolas and chairlifts take skiers up the mountain. Thanks to the high capacity of the mountain lifts, the wide and spacious ski slopes that are never really crowded, you enjoy skiing pleasure without any waiting times. Comfort generally plays a major role on your ski vacation in Gurgl. Because almost all hotels and accommodations are located right on the slopes of Gurgl. Over 90% of all guest beds are less than 250 meters from the ski slopes. It means you are on the slopes in a maximum of 4 minutes. This is what ski-in/ski-out stands for in Gurgl.
SNOW-SURE & ON THE SLOPES
Guaranteed snow, skiing comfort, the range of slopes and a lot more make Gurgl one of the best ski areas world-wide. Of course, all Gurgl lovers have known that for a long time. This has been confirmed several times through awards from Skiresort, the world's largest review portal for ski areas.
During your holiday in Gurgl you can also explore other snow-sure ski areas located nearby. If you purchase a skipass for 3 or more days, your ski ticket is automatically valid in all ski areas within Ötztal. This Ötztal Super Skipass gives unlimited access to a total of 360+ slope kilometers in 6 ski areas. The snow-sure ski areas of Sölden (with two glaciers) and Vent are also included. Both are just a few driving minutes from Gurgl.
Snow-sure ski area for all the family
In Gurgl there is a suitable slope category for every type of skier. The entire ski area boasts 36.5 kilometers of blue (easy) slopes, 55.5 kilometers of red (intermediate) slopes and around 20 kilometers of black (difficult) slopes. And even if it doesn't snow that much in winter, skiing fun is guaranteed in Gurgl as almost all slopes feature top modern snow-making systems. Thanks to the high alpine altitude and the low temperatures, skiing is already possible from autumn. This makes Gurgl one of Austria’s snow-surest ski areas. Other fun-packed winter sports activities are scheduled as well during your holiday in Tirol’s Ötztal. Go skiing today, tobogganing tomorrow and snowshoeing the day after – that’s real variety. Snow-sure areas are also guaranteed away from the groomed pistes in Gurgl. Perfect for long winter walks, fun toboggan adventures, snowshoe hikes, cross-country ski units or exciting ski touring and downhill experiences. Everyone, be it young or old, will find their favorite holiday activity in Gurgl.
Frequently asked questions
Austria's ski resorts that offer the most reliable snow conditions are located in the high alpine regions of Tirol. A prime example is the Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area in the uppermost part of Ötztal valley. Thanks to its high alpine altitude between 1,800 and beyond 3,000 meters, skiing is possible here well into late spring. Winter guests can look forward to many days of skiing with excellent slope conditions - just perfect for all those who appreciate a long winter season.
- Peak season: late December to around March - ideal for families with children, as most school holidays are during this period.
- Early starters & late finishers: in high-altitude ski areas like Gurgl, the season starts as early as mid-November and lasts until late April. Perfect for all those who want to enjoy an early start to winter or excellent snow conditions in spring.
Yes, absolutely. Snow reliability doesn't stand just for challenging ski slopes for experienced skiers. In snow-sure ski areas like Gurgl, you will find perfectly groomed practice lifts, ski schools with decades of experience and plenty of wide open, blue ski runs. A fact that allows also beginners to enjoy a relaxing ski holiday.
The higher a ski resort is located, the lower the temperatures are - this means the snow lasts longer as thawing periods are less frequent. In Gurgl, the slopes start at 1,800 meters and reach up to 3,030 meters above sea level. This exceptional high alpine altitude makes Gurgl one of the Alps' most snow-sure ski resorts and promises ultimate skiing fun from the beginning of the season until spring.
Not necessarily. Prices depend on several factors such as the size of the ski area, the quality of infrastructures and the comfort and modernity of mountain lifts. Gurgl offers a balanced price-performance ratio. In the Gurgl ski ticket shop, guests can benefit from attractive discounted prices when booking early, based on the principle: "the earlier, the cheaper".
In addition, verified accommodations at best price guarantee are available on gurgl.com. A fact that allows you to easily combine reliable snow conditions with well-planned holidays.
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl provides up-to-date information on snow conditions, weather forecasts as well as webcam images at gurgl.com. The detailed snow report provides information on snow depths, recent snowfall and other relevant data in order to get a precise picture of the conditions even before you arrive.
The Gurgl ski area not only impresses with 112 immaculate slope kilometers and many wide open, blue ski runs, but also with family-friendly offers. These include ski schools for children, child supervision, snow playgrounds, easy practice slopes and varied activity programs on and off the slopes. Just perfect for introducing children to skiing and creating shared winter experiences.
