Ski vacation in Gurgl in the Ötztal
The ski hotel right on the slopes - step right into the white fun!
The winter sports resort of Gurgl lies in the midst of the imposing Ötztal Alps. With us, the skiing area only begins where the lifts end elsewhere. Look forward to a wonderfully romantic snow-covered mountain world, snow-sure ski slopes, and lots of fun and entertainment off the slopes during your winter holiday in Obergurgl. In the seasonal months from November to April, the ski slopes are perfectly prepared, so you can count on top conditions during your ski holidays in Obergurgl. Here in Obergurgl, skiers and winter enthusiasts will get their money's worth. Many pistes of varying degrees of difficulty ensure a varied holiday for the whole family. Experience a breathtaking mountain world and slopes covered in deep snow. The skier's dream comes true! Numerous mountain huts invite you to stop for a bite to eat. Enjoy regional and international dishes or the beautiful sun terraces where you can enjoy the fantastic weather and the wonderful view. Gurgl also offers special winter experiences in the evening: night skiing takes place regularly on Mondays in Obergurgl, whilst Hochgurgl hosts night skiing and night tobogganing on Thursdays. Dates and opening times may vary depending on the season and weather conditions.
Can you ski straight onto the slopes from the Burghotel Alpenglühn?
Yes. The Burghotel Alpenglühn is situated right next to the valley station of the Hochgurglbahn, offering ski-in/ski-out access to the Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area. After a day’s skiing, the run from the Wurmkogel down to Obergurgl/Pill takes you straight back to the hotel.
How big is the Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area?
The Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area offers 112 kilometres of slopes and 25 lifts. Obergurgl and Hochgurgl are linked by the Top Express and offer runs for beginners, families and experienced skiers.
Total length 112 km (Hochgurgl approx. 56 km, Obergurgl approx. 56 km)
- 60.2 km easy (blue)
- 33.2 km medium (red)
- 14.3 difficult (black)
- 4.5 km ski route
All slopes are freshly prepared daily in full length and width. Almost all slopes lead into the village area and allow luxurious ski-in, ski-out in the holiday resort.
- 11 gondola lifts
- 7 chairlifts
- 4 T-bar lifts
- 2 platter lifts
- 1 rope lift
- Mountain change with a view: The 8-seater gondola lift "Top Express" connects the ski areas of Obergurgl and Hochgurgl in the most direct way. In its 50 gondolas, the gondola lift can transport up to 1,200 people per hour and takes only 9 minutes for the 3.6 km long panoramic route over the Königs and Ferwall valleys.
- Longest downhill run: Wurmkogel - Obergurgl/Pill (8 km long, 1,260 m difference in altitude). The longest downhill run in the Obergurgl/Hochgurgl ski area leads directly to our hotel. So you can enjoy ski-in here.
- Pleasure without waiting: The total capacity is 43,000 people/hour, so "waiting" is a foreign word in Obergurgl!
Our top ski schools in Hoch- & Obergurgl offer professional ski and snowboard courses for your winter holiday in Oberg
