Obergurgl / Hochgurgl

Beginners

Obergurgl and Hochgurgl have nursery slopes for complete novices and ski schools with a great reputation, making them both a good option for beginners. After the first few days, beginners can use the Gaisberg chair and ski the gentle runs back to the village to gain confidence. There are plenty of easy blue runs to progress onto and the quality of the snow here makes learning a lot easier.

Intermediates

There is some perfect intermediate terrain in Obergurgl, made even better by the normally excellent snow conditions. Hochgurgl, connected by a high speed gondola has the bigger area of cruising runs and for something more challenging, head to Vorderer Wurmkogllift. For more variety you could catch the bus to the ski area of Sölden, but unfortunately there is no lift pass sharing arrangement.

Advanced

There is not much on piste to challenge advanced skiers but the Hohe Mut can offer testing moguls and there is a fair amount of enjoyable off-piste to be found with a guide. This is a well known area for ski touring with challenging expeditions to
the glaciers at the head of the valley.

Snowboarding

Although traditionally a ski destination, Obergurgl & Hochgurgl are good for boarders. There is a terrain park and a quarter-pipe on the Festkogl. Beginners will be happy they can cover much of the resort without having to use drag lifts, and there’s great off-piste potential for the more advanced riders.