Set in the Tirol, ski Ischgl for access to the beautiful Paznau Valley. Whether skiing or snowboarding in Austria why not read the Goski.co.uk reviews to book your next ski holiday in this resort.
Where
Ski Ischgl and you'll be based in a high-altitude Tyrolean village in the beautiful Paznau Valley - another gem amongst the Austrian ski resorts we review. Ischgl's 42 lifts serve 200km of runs, and with 90 per cent of the skiing over 6,600ft, snow is virtually assured. There's a further 65km of piste via a bus link to Galtur. Access is via Innsbruck or Zurich.
Essentials |
Suitable For |
Slopes |
RESORT ALTITUDE : |
1380m |
TOTAL PISTE : |
225 km |
LONGEST RUN : |
12 km |
START SEASON : |
November |
END SEASON : |
May |
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OVERALL |
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SKIING |
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BOARDING |
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APRÉS |
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FAMILIES |
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Beginners
0 / 0% |
Intermediates
13 / 19% |
Advanced
48 / 69% |
Experts
9 / 13% |
TOTAL RUNS : |
52 |
SNOW CANNONS : |
120 / ha |
SNOW PARKS : |
1 |
CROSS COUNTRY : |
50 km |
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On the slopes
With access to the Silvretta ski arena, ski holidays in Ischgl include six interconnecting valleys with 235kms of piste. With North facing runs and many lifts rising to 8850 ft, there is reliable snow throughout the season, and top class grooming and snow-making make this resort ideal for families. Extensive off piste is available for advanced skiers - all that's really lacking is challenging on-piste routes. Snowboarders will find a championship half-pipe and excellent terrain featuring a timed racecourse.
Ski area :
If you ski Ischgl you are also in the ski region of Silvretta Arena along with the following resorts; Galtür, Ischgl, Kappl, Waidring
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Off the slopes
The Austrian ski resort of Ischgl is one of the liveliest resorts in the Alps - a snow-bound Ibiza - with a great selection of clubs, bars and restaurants. For eating out you can choose from Tyrolean specialities to gourmet cuisine, but it's the après-ski that sets this resort apart. Favourite destinations include the Trofana Alm and Schatzi bar, Hollboda bar for live music, and the late night scene at Pacha. There's even a casino!
RESORT GOOD POINTS
- High slopes with with reliable snow
- lots of good intermediate runs
- Lively après-ski - The Ibiza of the Tyrol
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RESORT BAD POINTS
- Not ideal for beginners or experts
- Few very steep and challenging runs
- Eurotrash-style après-ski eg. table dancing in plush 4-star hotels and heavy drinking
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Tourist Office
Worldwide cover from £60.48
or Single trip Europe cover from £22.98 - get covered before you arrive!
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