Cross Country Skiing Start
Cross-country ski opening in Galtür
Unpack your cross-country skis, breathe in the fresh mountain air and finally glide across the snow again: in Galtür, the cross-country skiing fun begins as early as 5 November 2026! Whilst elsewhere people are still waiting for winter to arrive, here in the highest village in the Paznaun you can already be doing your first laps on the cross-country trail.
Whether you’re looking for a vigorous workout or a leisurely start to the new season – the Opening Trail in Galtür offers you the perfect opportunity to get an early start to the cross-country skiing winter. And all this amidst the impressive mountain scenery of the Silvretta.
Your benefits at a glance:
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Early start to the season: cross-country trails open on 5 November 2026
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Suitable accommodation and refreshment stops in every price range.
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Opening trail: a specially groomed route for your first few kilometres of cross-country skiing
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Classic & skating: Training opportunities for both cross-country skiing techniques
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Car parks right by the cross-country trail
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Altitude: At 1,700–1,800 metres above sea level, ideal for an early start on the cross-country trails.
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For every training goal: From a relaxed introduction to an intensive training session
Opening Trails in Galtür
Training Times & Slots
The cross-country ski trail is open daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The trail fee is € 10.00 per person per slot for everyone.
TRAINING TIMES / SLOTS
- Group 1: 08:00 am – 10:30 am
- Group 2: 10:30 am – 01:00 pm
- Group 3: 02:00 pm – 04:30 pm
TRAIL FEES / RATES
- € 10.00 per person per slot
- Race wristband: € 15.00 will be charged if it is not returned.
Please note: If you book the first slot, you must collect your race wristbands the day before!
Frequently asked questions about the start of the cross-country ski opening in Galtür
The cross-country ski season in Galtür begins on 5 November 2026. Thanks to snowfarming, cross-country skiing enthusiasts can cover their first few kilometres on perfectly groomed trails in late autumn. The opening period runs from 5 to 25 November 2026.
In Galtür in the Paznaun valley, cross-country skiing will be possible from 5 November 2026. The specially groomed opening trails are situated at an altitude of between 1,700 and 1,800 metres above sea level and offer ideal conditions for an early start to the cross-country skiing season.
Snow farming involves storing snow from the previous winter season over the summer and reusing it in the autumn to prepare the cross-country trails. This enables Galtür to get the cross-country skiing season off to a particularly early start, even if there hasn’t yet been enough natural snowfall.
Yes, the opening cross-country trails in Galtür are designed for both classic and skating techniques. This means that cross-country skiers practising both disciplines will find suitable training opportunities at the start of the season.
The use of the opening trail in Galtür costs €10.00 per person per training slot. In addition, a deposit of 15.00 euros is payable per race bracelet.
Three training slots are available each day: 08:00 am – 10:30 am, 10:30 am – 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm. The trail is open daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Information on whether advance booking is required has not yet been confirmed.
Yes, this offer is aimed at both ambitious cross-country skiers and training groups, as well as keen amateur cross-country skiers who want to get an early start to the winter season. The opening trails are classified as moderately difficult.
Yes, there are car parks right next to the cross-country trail in Galtür. The access point to the Opening trails is on the Silvretta High Alpine Road in 6563 Galtür.
Yes, Galtür offers holiday apartments, guesthouses and hotels in a range of categories. Suitable accommodation is also available for cross-country skiing teams and training groups. Depending on the property, additional catering options can be arranged.
Ideal conditions for teams:
- Self-catering holiday apartments: € 40–70 per person
- Hotels and guesthouses with breakfast: € 60–77
- 3-star hotels with half board: € 95–115
- 3-star hotels with full board: € 120–130 – simple, carbohydrate-rich meals without gourmet cuisine
- 4-star hotels: available with a minimum occupancy of 70 guests per day
- With breakfast: € 120–135
- With half board: € 140–155
- With full board: € 160–175