Ski Obergurgl

One of the highest ski resorts in the Alps.

Obergurgl overview

Obergurgl, located at the southern end of Austria’s Ötztal Valley, is renowned as one of the Alps’ most snow-sure ski resorts, thanks to its high-altitude location ranging from 1793 to 3030m.

Beyond the slopes, Obergurgl exudes traditional Tyrolean charm, featuring a picturesque village and high-quality, ski-in/ski-out accommodations. The resort’s elevated offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Ötztal Alps 

Obergurgl skiing

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl delivers an excellent skiing experience in the Austrian Alps, and is renowned for its high-altitude terrain and reliable snow conditions. The ski area offers 112km of well-groomed slopes, served by 25 modern lifts, ensuring minimal waiting times and ready access to the diverse pistes.

The resort caters to a wide range of skiing abilities. Beginners and families will appreciate the gentle blue runs near the village, while intermediates can explore the extensive red pistes. Advanced skiers seeking more challenging terrain can venture into the steeper black runs and off-piste areas, particularly around the Festkogel and Hohe Mut regions.

The Top Express gondola, is a 3.6km panoramic lift that horizontally connects Obergurgl and Hochgurgl over a steep valley, allowing skiers to traverse the entire ski area with ease. The resort’s high elevation, ranging from 1793 to 3030m, ensures a long ski season from November through April, with snow-sure conditions throughout.

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl combines varied terrain, state-of-the-art lift infrastructure, and stunning mountain vistas, making it a top choice for winter sports enthusiasts.