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The Ski Resort of Obergurgl
The charm of Obergurgl has been preserved by the family land owners who have successfully controlled development and resisted expansion.
Being the highest parish in Austria (1,930 metres / 6,330 feet), Obergurgl is one the most snowsure winter resorts in the Alps, 'guaranteed' skiing and a fast modern lift system with no queuing.
Linked by gondola, the nearby village of Hochgurgl (2,150 m / 7,052 ft) is a small cluster of hotels, high above the tree line with fast and wide ski runs and a spectacular new mountain top bar.
Obergurgl at a glance
On the mountain
Ski Area
Because of their high altitude, Obergurgl and Hochgurgl enjoy an enviable snowsure position between November and May. Combined with their modern snow making equipment and the lack of queues, these resorts are especially good for the beginner and intermediate skiers.
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Lift System
The lift company invested heavily in 2006 and 2007 in upgrading the Obergurgl – Hochgurgl ski lift systems. Important improvements in 2006 included a new 3.6km Top Express 8-seat gondola linking Obergurgl and Hochgurgl, which transports skiers above the Ferwalital and Konigstal valleys in 12 minutes.
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Ski Schools & Guiding
In keeping with the fine reputation of Austrian ski instruction both the Obergurgl and Hochgurgl ski schools are highly regarded.
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Advanced Skiing
For on-piste skiing, although there is a lack of long duration black runs, Obergurgl does have a handful of testing descents, the most challenging being route 11 from the top of the Hohe Mut Festkogl down to the Nederhutte.
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Intermediate Skiing
Both ski areas are a paradise for intermediate skiers where the height of the resorts gives some of the best snow conditions in Europe.
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Beginner Skiing
Once the basics have been mastered on the gentle beginners slopes close to the town, ski schools are soon up the mountain above Obergurgl.
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Boarding & Freestyle
Obergurgl has no permanent designated terrain park for snowboarders but there are created jumps.
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Mountain restaurants
The good news is that there are no self-service motorway style restaurants in either area. The mountain restaurants in Obergurgl and Hochgurgl typically provide a high standard of food at not unreasonable prices and staff in local traditional or modern Tyrolean costume, are happy and welcoming.
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Ski Map
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Off the mountain
Village
In Obergurgl, ownership of the Otztal valley land has been tightly controlled by families of the original farmers, resulting in the village's development being kept in check and its traditional Alpine uniqueness preserved. There are only about 400 inhabitants living in Obergurgl all year round.
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Accommodation
The quality of hotels in both Obergurgl and Hochgurgl are high with almost half being awarded 4-star status, with plenty of choice. Testament to this is the unusually high number of repeat visitors each year who enjoy the Tyrolean hospitality that the family owned hotels offer with pride.
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Ski Rental
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Bars & Restaurants
For dinner in Obergurgl, the gourmet attractions lie in the kitchens of many of the upmarket hotels rather than village restaurants which are scarce.
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Other Information
For a day off the slopes go to the ice-rink in the centre of town (Tel: +43(0) 5256 6340) or try your hand at bowling, table tennis and billiards at the Hotel Alpenland.
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Getting There
Obergurgl is just a 90 minute road journey from Innsbruck.
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