Ischgl in winter
welcome to winter wonderland
From the slopes to the wellness area, from the sun terrace to the toboggan run, from a ski tour to après-ski: This is what makes a winter holiday in Ischgl so special.
winterholiday in Ischgl
Countless perfectly groomed kilometers of slopes stretch across snow-white mountain slopes, waiting for enthusiastic skiers and snowboarders to carve their turns. Modern lift systems take you directly to wide sun terraces and cozy local spots where a lively atmosphere awaits. Around 80 km of cross-country ski trails with stunning mountain views lie in the valley, while toboggan runs promise nighttime sledding fun, and a special ice skating rink exudes romance. Great hotels like the Goldener Adler ensure your comfort. This is winter in Ischgl.
skiing in der Silvretta Arena
The Silvretta Arena is a ski resort of superlatives, turning every winter holiday in Ischgl into pure slope enjoyment.
- 238 kilometers of slopes: 47 km blue, 140 km red, 47 km black
- 45 modern lift facilities
- 1,100 snow cannons ensuring top conditions
- Skiing up to an altitude of 2,870 meters
- One of the largest freeride areas in Europe
- Slope highlights: the “Eleven” with 11 km in length & the steepest slope with up to 70% gradient
- Numerous mountain restaurants & huts throughout the ski area
ski touring
The panorama is breathtaking, the snow is perfect, and the touring skis are ready. Wintery Ischgl invites you to explore the mountains at your own pace. The Silvretta and Verwall regions offer a variety of exciting ski tours in a range of difficulty levels during your winter holiday in Ischgl.
For beginners in ski touring and for more challenging tours, certified guides offer guided ski tours.
cross-country-skiing in Paznaun
Between Silvretta and Verwall, cross-country skiers will find their paradise. The Ischgl & Galtür cross-country region offers an 80 km long interconnected network of trails for endless enjoyment, whether skating or in classic style. Starting in winter 2024/25, the region will feature an exciting new addition: the 2 km long Ischgl trail, where you can continue your sporting pleasure even after dark. Between the Paznaun settlement and the trail bridge, you can cross-country ski under floodlights until 9:30 PM.
If you don’t have cross-country skis with you, you can easily rent them.
tobogganing
Ischgl’s nighttime toboggan run starts at 2,320 meters at the top station of the Silvrettabahn and invites you to enjoy tobogganing under the starry sky from mid-December, every Monday and Thursday. At seven kilometers in length, it is one of the longest toboggan runs in Austria, guaranteeing an exhilarating ride on two runners. After a vertical drop of 950 meters, you’ll reach your destination in the night-time beauty of Ischgl. Toboggans can be rented at the starting point.
Additional toboggan runs, which can also be used during the day, are available in Kappl and on the Medrigalm in See.
ice skating at the Silvretta Therme
Since 2022, Ischgl has had a winter attraction like no other. Around the Silvretta Therme, an ice skating rink has been created where you can skate around the building’s first floor, partly outdoors and partly indoors. A unique experience that can be enjoyed from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. From 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM, refreshments are also available at the ice bar.
Ice skating is free for children up to 6 years old.
winter events in Ischgl
In winter, Ischgl becomes a vibrant metropolis for snow-loving holidaymakers seeking adventure. The famous Top-of-the-Mountain concerts have become an institution and, since 1995, have brought pop legends such as Robbie Williams, Elton John, Helene Fischer, Kings of Leon, and Lenny Kravitz to the Idalp above Ischgl. Today, these popular events take place four times a year, from the winter opening in early December to the closing concert at the end of the ski season.
In January, the snow sculpture competition “Forms in White” transports visitors to imaginative worlds on the Idalp. Late winter and spring are then all about “Spring Blanc”: the time when the sun brings spring vibes to the slopes.
restaurants, pubs & Apès-Ski
On the mountain and in the valley, Ischgl offers bars, cafés, and après-ski spots where a great atmosphere is guaranteed. The mountain restaurants and inns in the village satisfy every culinary craving you might have after a day on the slopes. From the ten gourmet restaurants to the cozy taverns – you’re sure to enjoy excellent food. For a particularly great dining experience, head to the fire&ice restaurant, located directly at the valley station of the Silvrettabahn.
thermal bliss & wellness at the Goldener Adler
The Silvretta Therme is one of the most modern thermal spas in the Alps. With around 1,000 m² of water surface, a large sauna world, an indoor sports pool, a children’s area, and a spa, it offers warming moments of relaxation during your winter holiday in Ischgl. Guests with a 4-day VIP ski pass can enjoy a 20% discount on thermal, sauna, and combination tickets in December and April.
Guests of the Goldener Adler also enjoy the cozy wellness area of our spa hotel in Ischgl, complete with saunas, a pool, massage services, and more.
Family-winterholidays in Ischgl
Families will find the perfect environment for a holiday together in Ischgl during the winter. Starting with the many opportunities at the Silvretta Arena, which offers practice slopes with conveyor belts, ski schools for all levels, and the fenced-off children’s area at the Idalp. There, families will also find a children’s restaurant and a kindergarten where little ones are cared for while the adults enjoy a peaceful ski run. For older kids and teens, the snowparks provide fun on the slopes and an action-packed holiday in Ischgl.
Cross-country skiing is also the perfect family sport for quality time in the snow. And of course, an evening toboggan run is sure to provide plenty of fun for both young and old. You’ll see, Ischgl offers everything families could wish for in a winter holiday.
your second home
for a holiday in Ischgl
Ischgl, holiday, winter – three words that not only make the hearts of lively skiers beat faster but also call for a holiday home that has it all. The Goldener Adler, the historic 4-star hotel in the center of Ischgl, pampers you with a wellness area featuring a pool and sauna, as well as cozy rooms located just a stone’s throw from the Silvretta Arena’s mountain lifts. Here, you can enjoy Ischgl with half-board and culinary highlights of Tyrolean cuisine.
We look forward to welcoming you to our boutique hotel in Ischgl!
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