One of the ten most favourite cross-country skiing regions in Tyrol
Nordic fun in the Paznaun
In the Paznaun, cross-country skiers can encounter a true paradise. There is good reason for calling the region one of “Tyrolean cross-country specialists”. It awaits you with a network of trails that consists of 73 interconnected kilometres. Find all open slopes here...
Why is cross-country skiing so immensely popular? Well, that’s easy! This Nordic sports is perfect if you want to unwind and breathe in some cool mountain air. It improves overall fitness and oxygenates the body with plenty of fresh air. That should be reason enough to enjoy this wonderful pastime on holiday, too!
Cross-country skiers – whether they prefer classic orskate skiing – can find a true cross-country paradise in Galtür and Ischgl. The region has been amongst the “cross-country specialists” for many years now. What does that mean for you? Plenty of advantages! That’s why the winter sports villages Galtür and Ischgl and the surrounding area are one of the ten most popular cross-country skiing regions in Tyrol.
What cross-country skiers get to look forward to in the Paznaun valley:
an extensive network of trails that spans 73 kilometres with guaranteed snow
professional support at the ski schools in Ischgl and Galtür
a comfortable infrastructure thanks to multiple entry points to the network of slopes
cross-country skiing courses for beginners, advanced and skilled skiers
Trail-tip for altitude fans: the high-altitude trail to the Silvretta reservoir
18 kilometres of pure cross-country fun awaits winter sports enthusiasts at the high-altitude trail to the Silvretta reservoir. It’s perfect for those who love to cover some distance while skiing. Good to know: The trail has tracks for both skaters and classics.
For night owls: the floodlight trail in Galtür
Exploring the 238 kilometres of slopes at the Silvretta Arena during the day and going cross-country skiing at night? A floodlit trail in Galtür makes it possible. For 2,2 kilometres, it leads you from Galtür to Wirl and is open daily until 10 pm. You’ll be in awe of how beautiful this high-mountain landscape is by night!
Practice makes perfect: cross-country skiing courses in Ischgl and Galtür
Whether you’d like to give cross-country skiing a try or want to perfect your skills, the ski schools in Ischgl and Galtür are the right place for you! Alone or in a group, cross-country experts are happy to provide advice.
Whether you are a beginner or an advanced skier, the trained cross-country ski specialists of the ski school Ischgl will be delighted to introduce you to a new experience in the snow.
Diagonal stride, skating or double pole – three cross-country techniques that play an essential part of learning cross-country skiing. The ski school Galtür offers you courses held by certified instructors, who will advise you on how to perfect your techniques.
Correct behaviour is also important when cross-country skiing. For a relaxed and smooth run, there are therefore simple rules of conduct on the cross-country trails as well. Observe and follow these ten FIS rules for safe and respectful interaction during winter sports.
Perfect views to the Gorfen- & Ballunspitze, the local mountains in Galtür are included.
The short Tschaffein trail with only 3,3 km length is perfect for your first tries on the trail and is not too demanding with an altitude difference of 50 metres.
Experience cross-country skiing in Galtür, the highest place in Paznaun at close to 1,600 m elevation, protected by the massive mountains of the Silvretta massif.
Galtür’s motto is “Experience alpine wintersports!” The Galtür Wirl Trail, at 6,5 km and minor elevation requires only medium stamina and coordination and is also suited for intermediate skiers.
In the ski region Silvapark in Galtür, even cross-country skiiers will get their money’s worth.
With the Alpkogelbahn cable car you can reach the mountain base easily – then you arrive at the Silvapark cross-country skiing track after only 5 minutes walk. The track has approximately 1,0 km in length and is perfectly suited for training runs.
Vermunt route 2 „Bielerhöhe“ connects directly to Vermunt route 1 „flooded gravel pit“ - proceed to the highest point of this slope network at 2039m.
This cross-country route is challenging, yet the dreamy panoramic mountain views will help you forget almost all of those efforts, since on the sun-blessed Bielerhöhe, with the impressive Silvretta reservoir, enjoyment comes easy.
The area surrounding the Zeinissee and Kops reservoir are certainly among the most idyllic places in Paznaun.
At the border between Tyrol and Vorarlberg, a magnificent view of giant peaks of the Silvretta massif awaits you.
Starting point
Galtür Wirl
Endpoint
Galtür Wirl
Route length
11.5 km
Currently open
0 km
Overall increase
255 hm
Difficulty
Cross-country-skiing route
Status
closed
Style
classic or skating
career opportunities
Zeinis - Kops
Connection trail
R1, L5
Refreshments
Restaurants in Wirl
S-B 1, Dammloipe
closed
e
easy
This cross-country skiing route starts directly at the dam (to the left of the Piz Buin mountain inn).
In the beginning, the route runs slightly downhill and then slightly uphill, but afterwards it is always nice and flat along the dam of the Silvretta reservoir.
The Silvretta-Höhenloipe is a circular tour. It starts at the Piz Buin mountain inn and leads past the Barbara Chapel in the direction of Lake Vermunt.
After about 1 km, you'll pass the Silvrettahaus and finally end up at the Piz Buin inn.
The Silvretta-Höhenloipe is a circular tour. It starts at the Piz Buin mountain inn and leads past the Barbara Chapel in the direction of Lake Vermunt.
After about 1 km, you'll pass the Silvrettahaus and finally end up at the Piz Buin inn.
The Silvretta-Höhenloipe is a circular tour. It starts at the Piz Buin mountain inn and leads past the Barbara Chapel in the direction of Lake Vermunt.
After about 1 km, you'll pass the Silvrettahaus and finally end up at the Piz Buin inn.
Was es noch für einen Aufenthalt im Paznaun braucht
Langlaufverleih und Langlaufunterkünfte
Langlaufverleih
You couldn’t fit your equipment in the car anymore? You’re a classic cross-country skier and would like to finally try skating? Or you’re completely new to the sport and are looking forward to your first few attempts on the trails in Ischgl? You should go ahead and rent your equipment at one of the many sports shops in Ischgl and Galtür.
You chose your bed, now sleep in it: accommodations in Ischgl & Galtür
If you plan your entire holiday around this Nordic sport, you’re going to want an accommodation that offers every kind of service imaginable for cross-country skiers. Good thing that the region offers a variety of quality-approved cross-country skiing accommodations to choose from.
Are you ready for the best cross-country ski holiday of the year in the Paznaun? Can’t wait to put on your skis and hit the trails? Then book your accommodation now and get excited for your stay in the region of one of the “Tyrolean cross-country specialists”!
