Skiing in Ischgl
Silvretta Arena - The ski area in Tyrol
This is the place where a day's skiing becomes an experience. The renowned ski resort of Ischgl in the Tyrolean Alps is a true winter paradise for skiers and snowboarders. With perfectly groomed pistes, breathtaking mountain scenery and first-class service, Ischgl is one of the top destinations for winter holidays in Europe. The ski area extends over 239 kilometres of pistes, where both beginners and experts will find exactly what they are looking for. The slopes are wide and well-maintained and modern lift facilities ensure that you can get to the best routes quickly and easily. Together with the Swiss town of Samnaun in Graubünden, which is considered a nearby shopping paradise, it forms the Silvretta Arena, which is the third largest ski area in the state of Tyrol. Enjoy the countless mountain restaurants, mountain pastures and huts that provide refreshments and a pleasant stop-off.
- 239 km of ski slopes in the cross-border ski area
- 515 ha of slopes
- 45 modern cable cars and lifts with a total transport capacity of around 94,000 people/hour
- Guaranteed snow from November to the beginning of May thanks to the ski area's altitude of almost 3,000 meters above sea level
- Snow-making system with 1,100 snow guns
- Slopes of up to 11 kilometers in length
- Special slopes, snow parks and more for an extra dose of variety
For beginners and returners as well as for passionate skiers and snowboarders.
- 20 blue slopes for pleasure skiers and beginners
- 40 red slopes for advanced skiers
- 25 black slopes for adrenaline junkies
- Special pistes: racing pistes for speed lovers, mogul pistes for piste acrobats and pistes with a gradient of more than 70 percent
Practice makes perfect. More than 100 highly trained instructors in alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing or off-piste are waiting to teach you how to ski or to deepen your knowledge. We at Hotel Fortuna will be happy to help you book a ski course at the Ischgl ski school.
Here you will find all the important information about ski pass prices and the operating times of the lifts in the Silvretta Arena.
- keyboard_arrow_rightHow large is the ski area in Ischgl?
The Silvretta Arena offers 239 km of slopes across the cross-border ski area between Ischgl (Austria) and Samnaun (Switzerland), making it one of the largest ski resorts in Tyrol.
- keyboard_arrow_rightIs skiing in Ischgl snow reliable?
Yes, Ischgl is known for its snow reliability. The season runs from November to early May, supported by high altitude (up to nearly 3,000 m) and over 1,100 snow-making machines.
- keyboard_arrow_rightIs Ischgl suitable for beginners?
Yes, the ski area offers slopes for all levels, including blue runs for beginners, red runs for intermediate skiers and black runs for advanced skiers.
- keyboard_arrow_rightHow many lifts does the Silvretta Arena have?
The ski area features around 45 modern lifts with a total transport capacity of approximately 94,000 people per hour.
- keyboard_arrow_rightAre there ski schools in Ischgl?
Yes, Ischgl offers professional ski schools with over 100 instructors for skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing and off-piste. Hotel Fortuna also supports guests with booking ski lessons.
- keyboard_arrow_rightWhere can I find ski pass prices and lift opening times?
You can find up-to-date information about ski pass prices and lift operating hours directly via the Silvretta Arena.