Great variety

cross-country skiing paradise Ischgl & Galtür

80 kilometres of cross-country skiing trails
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Winter sports fun

Cross-country skiing in Ischgl and Galtür

One of Tyrol’s top 10 cross-country skiing regions

There’s a reason why the Paznaun valley is one of Tyrol’s “Top Cross-Country Skiing Resorts”: The cross-country skiing network between Ischgl and Galtür features 80 kilometres of connected trails, making it one of the ten most popular cross-country skiing areas of Tyrol.

In the Paznaun valley, cross-country skiers benefit from …

  • … a vast network of cross-country skiing trails with reliable snow.
  • … expert advice from the instructors at Ischgl ski school and Galtür ski school.
  • … a convenient infrastructure with several entry points to the trail network.
  • … cross-country skiing courses for beginners, advanced and experienced skiers in the Alpine Experience Programme
  • … quality-tested accommodation options for cross-country skiers.
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Trail network

A top-class choice of cross-country skiing trails in the Paznaun valley

The perfect trail for every skill level

In Ischgl and Galtür, it doesn’t matter if you prefer classic cross-country or skate skiing: There are plenty of trails for both techniques. Night owls can glide across the flood-lit cross-country skiing trails, and newbies get to learn from the experts at the local cross-country ski schools. Our tip: If you – like us – care about respectful cross-country skiing, you should take the time to read the FIS cross-country skiing rules (german only).

Event tip: Whether you’re there as a participant or as a spectator: The Galtür Nordic Volumes is a highlight for all cross-country skiing enthusiasts.

Along the high-altitude trail up to Silvretta reservoir, you can experience 18 kilometres of perfectly groomed cross-country skiing trails. The trail is suitable for both classic and skate-style skiing.

Would you like to end your day with a bit of cross-country skiing? Then the flood-lit cross-country skiing trails in Ischgl and Galtür are just the thing for you. The each 2-kilometre trails run from Ischgl to the trail bridge and from Galtür to Wirl and are flood-lit every day until 9:30 pm.

For those wanting to try the sport or fine-tune their technique, the ski schools in Ischgl and Galtür offer professional cross-country skiing courses for groups as well as for individuals.

See all courses by Skischule IschglLearn from the experts at Schischule Galtür

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Where ÖSV athletes hit the trails

Follow in the footsteps of the pros

The cross-country ski area of Galtür and Ischgl is not only a favourite with amateur cross-country skiers – it’s also a popular choice with professional athletes. For instance, Teresa Stadlober and Lukas Mrkonjic, two world-class cross-country skiers, have chosen the trails surrounding the picturesque mountain village as their training ground – thanks to the area’s excellent, varied trails. Both ÖSV athletes enjoy the vast selection of perfectly groomed trails, the infrastructure and the offers off the trails. The pros are honing their skills on the cross-country ski trails of Galtür – a sure sign that the region’s trails live up to the highest standards!

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Rental options

Hiring cross-country skis in the Paznaun valley

Top-class equipment for rent

Would you like to try skate-style skiing or test a new piece of equipment? Or have you left your own gear at home? No matter what’s the reason – the sports shops in Ischgl and Galtür offer a vast choice of rental equipment.

See all rental options in IschglHire your equipment in Galtür

Accommodation for cross-country skiers in the Paznaun valley

Your home away from home

Athletes’ breakfast, storage rooms with racks and waxing facilities for your cross-country skiing equipment – enjoy these and other benefits at the quality-tested cross-country skiing accommodation option in Ischgl and Galtür!

Useful information for cross-country skiers

For fans of the Nordic sports
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Away from the slopes

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