Obergurgl ski resort
Snow Range
1800-3082m
recently voted the most snow sure resort in Europe, a fantastic area
Situated in the spectacular Ötz Valley, Obergurgl is Austria's highest parish, resulting in an excellent snow record and a very long ski season. The village remains largely unspoilt - there's no through traffic and the attractive centre has a charming ambience with a selection of traditional après ski bars and beer kellers. The skiing and lifts start directly from the village, with skiing back at the end of the day to virtually all the hotels we feature. Head for the spectacular 'Top Mountain Star' restaurant at 3082m for some breathtaking views.
- the experience
- the slopes Obergurgl snowboarding
- Obergurgl lift passes and tuition
- ski/snowboarding tuition in Obergurgl
The experience
Obergurgl Après Ski
· Krump'n Stadl · Josl Keller · Nederhütte
Activities
· Ice skating and curling · Night Skiing (every Tuesday) · Ski Away Days
Eating out in Obergurgl
A superb choice of restaurants, plus numerous excellent cafés. Traditional 3-course dinner from approx. €25. For local and international food try: · Pic Nic · Wiesenthal · Romantika · Belmonte · David's Hut
Other amenities
· Post office · Banks and cashpoints · Shops · Supermarket · Pharmacy
Resort features
- Crystal Ski Escort
- Fast Pass
- Ski Away Days
Transfer time
Innsbruck 1 hr 30 mins
The slopes
Beginners
Beginners are well catered for with the Mahdstuhl nursery slopes just below Obergurgl village. Sixteen beginners' slopes are covered on the lift pass, some rising to almost 3,000m with spectacular views.
Intermediates
Pistes on the Festkogl and Gaisberg in Obergurgl are mainly above the tree line and lead right down to the village. Experience some exciting tree skiing around the Steinmann lift, while Hochgurgl offers a variety of long challenging runs.
Advanced
Obergurgl has surprisingly good advanced skiing. The Höhe Mut is one of the Tyrol's biggest bump runs, Sattel has some great off-piste and the exhilarating Festkogl ski route is steep and unforgettable in fresh powder. On the Hochgurgl side you can head for the Königstal for excellent off-piste or try the black runs down from the top of the Wurmkogl at 3082m.
Snowboarding
Obergurgl/Hochgurgl is a little gem sat at high altitude. Beginners should take advantage of the spacious, quiet slopes, and for more advanced borders there are some good off-piste trails.
Slope facts
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Skiiable piste area
Available to all Crystal customers staying in Obergurgl, this is a perfect way to explore a different ski area. We organise the transport, pick you up from the village and most importantly make sure that the place we are taking you to is well worth a visit. From Obergurgl we run our ski away day to the neighbouring resort of Sölden. Sölden's ski area is set around three main peaks, each over 3,000m in height providing fantastic snow conditions. Sölden is renowned for being an intermediates paradise with many great red runs. It is also regarded as a mecca for snowboarding with a huge snowpark containing jumps, kickers, rails and pipes. You can choose to spend your day being guided around this stunning ski area by your knowledgeable Crystal ski escort or you are welcome to go off and explore the area yourself.
This day out is designed for people who really want to put some miles under their skis, make the most of their lift pass and has real potential to be the most memorable day of your holiday. A Commonski lift pass is required. You can upgrade your pre-booked area lift pass with your Crystal rep in resort, price approx. £9. Ski away day bookable locally approx. £18. Please see your Crystal rep in resort. -
Total kms of piste
110kms
Piste type No. of runs Easy 16 Intermediate 18 Difficult 6 -
Number of lifts
23 (4 Gondolas, 12 chairlifts, 7 drag lifts)
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Direction of slopes
N,N/W,E
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Snow cannons
90km of piste
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Longest run
8.5kms
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Mountain restaurants
10
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Cross-country trails
31kms
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Snow Range
1800-3082m
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Village Height:
1,930m (6,332ft)
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Highest Ski Lift
3,082m (10,105ft)
Lift passes and tuition
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
Lift Pass
| Area pass | LS | HS | ||
| Days | 6 | 13 | 6 | 13 |
| Adult | £171 | £284 | £190 | £314 |
| Senior* | £157 | £256 | £157 | £256 |
| Child* | £103 | £179 | £103 | £179 |
HS: 19/12-08/01 & 30/01-09/04 LS: All other dates
Photo required for lift pass: No Lift pass keycard deposit: €2
Ski/Board Tuition
| Adult & Child* | |
| Ski (6 days x 4 hrs) | £195 |
| Board (3 days x 4 hrs) | £158 |
Helmets are obligatory for children in ski & board school.
Usual hours of instruction: 0945-1200 & 1330-1530
No. of ski school instructors: 120 (all English speaking)
Children: Lunch and supervision can be arranged for approx. £15 per day (payable locally).
Bobo miniclub: For 3-4 yrs incl. 2 hours of ski tuition per day, bookable locally day by day (approx. £25 per day).
Kindergarten: For non-skiing children from 3 years. Full days available. Bookable locally - prices as per ski tuition.
First Time Skiing / Boarding
| Adult | Youth** | Child* | |
| First Time ski | £295 | £264 | £230 |
| First Time board | £303 | £258 | - |
· 6 days equipment hire
· Beginner tuition - ski (6 days) or board (3 days) - 4 hrs per day
Please purchase your lift pass in resort on the advice of your rep.
**Youth 9-14 yrs incl.*Child 4-8 yrs incl.
the savings
FREE lift pass for children up to & incl. 8 years.
FREE skis and boots for 1 child (up to & incl. 10 years old) when 2 adults pre-book skis & boots.
FREE helmet hire with pre-booked childrens/youths ski and board equipment.
Superior and VIP skis can be exchanged for a snowboard at any time.
FREE access to night skiing lifts with area lift pass.
Ski/board equipment
Ski/Board Equipment
| Adult | Youth** | Child* | ||||
| Days | 6 | 13 | 6 | 13 | 6 | 13 |
| Skis | £76 | £135 | £56 | £96 | £28 | £48 |
| Boots | £34 | £54 | £23 | £36 | £17 | £30 |
| Sup. skis | £104 | £183 | - | - | - | - |
| Sup. boots | £51 | £84 | - | - | - | - |
| VIP skis | £138 | £237 | - | - | - | - |
| Snowboard | £104 | £183 | £76 | £135 | - | - |
| Board boots | £51 | £84 | £34 | £54 | - | - |
the savings
FREE lift pass for children up to & incl. 8 years.
FREE skis and boots for 1 child (up to & incl. 10 years old) when 2 adults pre-book skis & boots.
FREE helmet hire with pre-booked childrens/youths ski and board equipment.
Superior and VIP skis can be exchanged for a snowboard at any time.
FREE access to night skiing lifts with area lift pass.
† 2 for 1 lift pass is available on selected accommodation on selected dates. See accommodation page for details.