Austria
Ischgl
Party in the Alps
Official website- Top elevation
- 2,872 m
- Vertical
- 1,500 m
- Season
- Nov – May
- Level
- intermediate, advanced
Why we love it
Big, modern Silvretta Arena linked across the border to Samnaun, season-opening concerts and an après scene that's famous across Europe.
Getting there
Innsbruck Airport is the closest, about 100 km and 1 hour 15 minutes by road. Zurich and Munich are around 2.5 to 3.5 hours away. By train, travel to Landeck-Zams and take the bus up the Paznaun valley to Ischgl, which takes about 45 minutes.
Who it's for
Ischgl is made for intermediates who love long, wide cruisers and modern lifts, with plenty of red runs high above the village. Advanced skiers will find good off-piste and ski routes around Piz Val Gronda. Beginners can learn on the nursery slopes at Idalp, but most come here for the skiing and the après.
Best time to go
Most of the skiing is above 2,000 m, so the snow is reliable from the start of the season in late November right through to the start of May. Come for the Top of the Mountain concerts that open and close the season, or in January and March for quieter slopes.
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Ischgl FAQ
Is Ischgl good for beginners?
Ischgl is best for intermediates, but beginners can learn on the nursery slopes at Idalp, high up the mountain where the snow is reliable.
How do I get to Ischgl?
Fly into Innsbruck, then it's about 1 hour 15 minutes by car. By train, go to Landeck-Zams and take the bus up to Ischgl.
How big is the ski area in Ischgl?
The Silvretta Arena has around 240 km of pistes and links Ischgl with Samnaun in Switzerland, where you can stop for duty-free shopping.
When is the ski season in Ischgl?
The season usually runs from late November to the start of May. Thanks to the high altitude, snow is reliable for most of the winter.
Can I rent skis in Ischgl?
Yes. You can book skis, snowboards and boots online with Skiset and pick them up at a shop in Ischgl. Ski rental with Skiset
