Is Obergurgl good for non skiers?

Obergurgl is the perfect resort for non-skiers as it is very easy to meet the skiers in the group at a wide range of venues on the mountain, either by foot or gondola.

Is Obergurgl a glacier?

Is Obergurgl a glacier ski area? No. Although the town is surrounded by many glaciers, for instance, the Gurgler Ferner, Obergurgl is not a glacier ski area. Due to its elevation, skiing starts here from mid-November.

How late can you ski in Obergurgl?

Obergurgl. They open early and they close late – of course, an altitude of just under 2000 metres helps with that! Obergurgl is a non-glacier resort but it is a member of the group that are the last to close. This season they are planning to go through to April 24.

Is Obergurgl good for families?

The Ötztal Valley in general, and the ski resort of Obergurgl-Hochgurgl in particular, are perfect for families thanks to its quiet setting with many easy slopes for children. The resort’s new beginners’ area is the ideal place for young skiers and snowboarders to take their first tentative turns on snow.

Is there an ice rink in Obergurgl?

The skating rink in Obergurgl is known for its cozy ambience and the immaculately prepared frozen underground. Couples and families enjoy their rounds to music on spacious 1000 square meters and ice curling fans concentrate on scoring points.

Is Solden good for beginners?

Sölden is a reasonable resort for beginner skiers, although Obergurgl (25 minutes up the road) is better. The resort has two main areas of nursery slopes, the best of these located at Innerwald, just above the resort centre reached by lift.

How many blue runs are in Obergurgl?

Ski Runs & Mountain Lifts 56 km, Obergurgl Ski Area: approx. 56 km), divided in: 60,2 km of easy runs (blue) 33,2 km of intermediate runs (red)

What language do they speak in Obergurgl?

At a height of 1,927 metres the views in Obergurgl are spectacular….

What does Gurgl mean in Austrian?

Thanks to its high alpine location on 1,927 m above sea level the village Obergurgl is also known as the highest church village in Austria. The name Gurgl derives from Gurgali which means “village at the glacier”.