Skiing in Ischgl: 90.

200 people per hour 238 kilometres of very well prepared pistes, 44 state-of-the-art cable cars and lifts, 1100 snow machines? The answer unlimited fun skiing and snow-assuredness from November until the start of May. Whether its boarding or skiing, jumps in Fun Parks or freeriding in the powder snow away from the pistes those of you who just cant get enough, can quite simply do more. In the land of milk and honey for those with an appetite for the winter, a holiday in Tyrol means more than just skiing. State-of-theart chair lifts and even a cable car which has double-stack cabins take everyone where they want to go. From the beginners terrain which has wide ski pistes, through to challenging steep slopes, everything is on offer. Speedy, in comfort and almost without any waiting around thanks to facilities which are equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Those of you who enjoy crossing borders can just pick up your skis and head from Austria to Switzerland. A joint ski pass from Ischgl in Austria and the Swiss duty-free region of Samnaun, connects the SilvrettaArena a high altitude, snow-assured winter sports paradise which has over 238 kilometres of pistes. For those of you who prefer things to be short and sweet, here are the figures in a nutshell: 238 kilometres pistes 515 hectares piste surface area 88,900 people the total conveyance capacity per hour 1100 snow machines Longest piste: 11 km

TOTAL PISTE ISCHGL/SAMNAUN

a = length Sporty route travelled b = inclined Downhill route

KILOMETRES
lenght c = horiziontal GPS measurement * lenght

km Total Difficult Medium Easy Ski route

238
34 150 38 16

172
23 104 33 12

163
21 98 32 12

* Two-dimensional measurement without taking account of height

PISTE LENGTH - NR. 8 (EASY PISTE)

travelled b = inclined Downhill route length c = horiziontal GPS measurement * length

a = length Sporty route

3.281 m

1.739 m

1.709 m

* Two-dimensional measurement without taking account of height

PISTE LENGTH NR. 14 (DIFFICULT)

travelled b = inclined Downhill route length c = horiziontal GPS measurement * length

a = length Sporty route

2.799 m

1.682 m

1.558 m

* Two-dimensional measurement without taking account of height

PISTE LENGTH NR. 5 (MEDIUM)

travelled b = inclined Downhill route 2.591 m length c = horiziontal GPS measurement * 2.497 m length

a = length Sporty route 3.894 m

PISTE LENGTH NR. 31 (MEDIUM)

travelled b = inclined Downhill route length c = horiziontal GPS measurement * length

a = length Sporty route

1.103 m

639 m

601 m

* Two-dimensional measurement without taking account of height What gondola will bring me to the highest point? What does the ski area look like from the sky? With the interactive piste plan anyone can travel into the future and discover what there is check out the difficulties, find mountain restaurants and climb the highest summit virtually using Google Earth you get to experience the famous skiing paradise of Tyrol from a distance, yet still feel like youre actually there. Those who plan smart, get more from their holiday. In particular visitors who have never been in Ischgl, the interactive piste plan is a unique service which provides initial insights into the ski area and the associated ski pistes.

In any event, a virtual journey is always worth experiencing. Our interactive piste plan now also works on the iPad, iPhone, etc. Orientation is everything even in a paradise of white. This makes skiing easy.

BLACK AND MOGUL PISTES TYROL

Hitting the mark Adrenaline on the pistes in Tyrols skiing Mecca

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Black pistes in Tyrol? Nothing specific. Valley descents? Not exceptional.

So what is it then that makes skiing in Ischgl so special? Its simple that unique feeling of freedom you get on one of the longest ski runs in Austria, or the rush of adrenaline when you head into the valley on a descent of over 70 percent grade. Discerning skiers will find their own Mecca in Ischgl: Located at between around 3000 and 1400 metres altitude are 238 of very well prepared kilometres of pistes and unique special pistes, such as mogul pistes and race routes. Of particular interest to ace skiers Ischgl is one of the few ski areas in Austria to provide eleven black pistes.
Tips for experts: Route Eleven will get your thighs burning black as well as red pistes combine to create one of the longest ski runs in Austria. The eleven kilometre long, well signposted Eleven proceeds from the highest point - the Greitspitz of this ski area in Tyrol over eleven kilometres to Ischgl town centre.

Adventurers will find the thrill of adrenaline on the black Piste 14a: Guaranteed race feeling, with a gradient of 70 percent. The piste even needs its own piste machine with cable winch to prepare it. Piste 4 also provides adrenaline with its exceptional length. The starting point is legendary and invigorates body and soul - before you hurl yourself from Pardatschgrat into extreme pleasure at 2624 metres. A stop-off for refreshments to provide fresh nourishment for your nerves and a breath-taking view in the unique Restaurant Pardorama is recommended. At the Hllspitzbahn E2 mountain station mogul piste fans will strike it rich. When the snow conditions are appropriate the mogul piste provides a challenging skiing experience, which quickly sorts the wheat from the chaff...

Try out the special pistes of Ischgl and send us your non-binding enquiry for a ski holiday in Tyrol.

SKIING IN SWITZERLAND & TYROL

Skiing in two countries the smugglers tour in Ischgl

You are here: Ski area Pistes & Facilities Smuggler's circuit

Those skiing in circles here will see more...

This round's on Ischgl: Fasten your skis and dont forget your travel pass. Thats all you need for this two-country ski safari. On the smugglers tour you get to enjoy sporty, duty-free skiing. 35 kilometres of pistes and 10 kilometres ascent take you across Austrias border into the Swiss duty-free area of Samnaun. So where do you start if you want to do the Smugglers tour in Ischgl? From Ischgl, head into the duty-free shopping paradise of Samnaun and back, across the loveliest pistes. Here are the instructions for an unforgettable all-round view.

Just print it out and take it with you:

OUTWARD LEG
Via the Silvretta cable car A1 and the Firmbabahn A3 you get to Idalp, situated at 2320 metres. Here some refreshments are whats called for with breakfast on the mountain enjoying the panorama on the Idalp (9.00 a.m. to 10.30 a.m.) everyone gets to replenish their energy and start off on the Smugglers tour. From Idalp via Paznauns Thaya and the Hllspitz heading for Gampenalp and then on to the Palinkopf at 2864 metres altitude skiing at the highest level is on offer every day in Ischgl.

From here there is an altitude difference of some 1000m, over 8 km of pleasurable pistes into the Swiss village of Samnaun.

SHOPPING BREAK
In Samnaun everyone has the opportunity to combine skiing and shopping. Duty-free shopping is popular. Perfume, tobacco products, jewellery and other goods can be purchased here at great prices. In spite of all this joyous shopping in the duty-free zone of Samnaun, import quantities are to be strictly observed. Anoverview of the duty-free limits is available here to download.

RETURN LEG

The spectacular destination on the return leg is the Greitspitz. From here you get to enjoy a breath-taking view to the ski area of Ischgl and the Tyrol Alps. Continuing then on red piste 15 and blue pistes 22 and 23 to Hllboden. You get back to Idalp via the Hllbodenbahn C1. From here the Gratbahn B8 takes you to Pardatschgrat, where the Pardorama is located a fascinating mountain restaurant made from steel and glass. The red pistes 5 and 1 take you from Pardorama back into the valley.

RECOVERING

After skiing there is aprs-ski in the evening in Ischgl, which is infamous and provides an adventure-filled close to a day spent in the white snowy paradise in the Alps. Those who dont want to head back into the valley so quickly, but want to stay a while longer on the mountain, can take it easy on the sun loungers in the mountain restaurants.

Experience a day of skiing with the smuggler's tour in Ischgl and Samnaun. We are looking forward to receiving your non-binding holiday enquiry. Every start is difficult, except in Ischgl. The flat, broad pistes on the Idalp make your first turns in the snow easier, up at over 2300 metres altitude. Idalp is not just Ischgls gastronomic centre in the Silvretta Arena. It certainly shows itself at its best when it comes to winter sports and makes learning lots of fun whether as a ski area for active experts, for beginners, or for those getting back into the sport. In short this Tyrolean arena with its many blue pistes is the perfect ski area to try out your first moves on skis.

To tackle everything nice and slowly ski enthusiasts can take the Silvrettabahn or the Fimbabahn from the town centre to get up into the skiing paradise on the Idalp. For all of you with wobbly legs the flat, broad pistes with blue signposts - are ideal. Easy to access conveyor belts and comfortable chair lifts make your first turns in the snow considerably easier. Those new to winter sport who would prefer to place their trust in a snow sports instructor when it comes to making their first attempts at snow sports, will get an excellent introduction during group or

individual courses directly at the beginners terrain on the Idalp in the Snow Sports Academy, one of the best known ski schools in Austria. More than a hundred very well qualified and trained ski & snowboard instructors look forward to introducing snow sports enthusiasts to the genre and to exploring the many pistes on skis and boards. The following chairlifts, T-bar lifts and conveyor belts which have blue pistes are particularly recommended for beginners:

Velill B6 practice lift Viderbden B7 practice lift Sonnenbahn B5

Velillbahn B1 Conveyor belt practice area B9 Conveyor belt Viderbden B10

Experience the ideal pistes for beginners and learn how to ski in Ischgl. The quickest way to your ski holiday in Tyrol is an online-booking.

SKI PASSES TYROL, AUSTRIA

WINTER 2013/14 - Silvrettaseilbahn AG

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Ski pass prices & operating hours

PRICES SKI CLASSIC

LOW SEASON 28.11.2013 20.12.2013 11.01.2014 24.01.2014 05.04.2014 04.05.2014

PRICES SKI MAGIC

PEAK SAESON 21.12.2013 10.01.2014 25.01.2014 04.04.2014

SKI PASS CALCULATOR

Calculates ski pass prices and mixed prices for overlapping seasons ...

OPERATING TIMES
Opening times cable-ways and chair lifts: 28.11.2013 - 04.05.2014 Daily from 08:30 am to 04:00 pm

Opening times lift pass ticket offices: 28.11.2013 - 04.05.2014 Daily from 08:00 am to 05:00 pm There are a total of 17 ski pass ticket offices located at the valley stations of the Silvretta, Pardatschgrat and Fimba chair lifts.

DISCOUNTS
OFFICIAL PHOTO ID required!

Children: discount for under 17s, under 8 year olds go free, if accompanied by adult OAP: from 60 years old Disabled: Discount if 70 % reduction in earning capacity (Childs rate).

FREECARD-REGIME
WARNING: no separate group rates With the purchase of ski passes, the guide gets every 20 paying people a free card. If the bus is stationed in Ischgl, the ride gets a Busdriver-coupon. With this coupon he/she could get a lunch ( 10,00) at the SilvrettaCenter and admission to the indoor-swimmingpool and sauna at the SilvrettaCenter.

CARD SYSTEM

All ski passes from 2 days on are issued in the form of a key card upon payment of a deposit of 5.00.Undamaged key cards can be returned and the deposit refunded at all cable car counters, at the machines by the Silvretta and Pardatschgratbahn lift valley station and on a voluntary basis, at accommodation establishments, sports shops and restaurants.

WE ACCEPT FOLLOWING PAYMENTMETHODS

For credit card payments the four-digit PIN code (personal identification number) on your credit card is required.

CONTACT
Silvrettaseilbahn AG Silvrettaplatz 2 6561 Ischgl Austria Info: +43 / 5444 / 606 Tariff information: +43 / 5444 / 606 200 Piste rescue service: +43 / 5444 / 606 600 Fax: +43 / 5444 / 606 -118 E-Mail: office@silvretta.at

TYROLS BEST SKI AREA TYROLS BEST PLEASURE

hmmm, Tyrolean cooking? Ive rarely had such a great feast, sitting enjoying such a superb panorama! Dieter Bohlen From the gourmet, to the sporty summiteer who doesnt have a lot of time the mountain restaurants and ski lodges in Tyrols Ischgl region ensure that in Austria and on the Swiss side of the border everyone will find the culinary delights they enjoy. Often when we are beset by hunger, were pushed for time. The wide range of modest ski lodges, through to sophisticated establishments serve award-winning cuisine and ensure no-one is left standing in a queue for too long. 14 mountain restaurants and ski lodges in the Silvretta Arena, with or without service provided, invite you into their lovely

realms. Be indulged with speedy snacks, all the way through to refined menus, with tasty culinary treats from the region to international delights from all over the world.

IDALP - PANORAMA
Traditional, classic and rustic at 2320m

ALPENHAUS
Stylish enjoyment at 2300 m

PARDORAMA
A culinary Olympus at 2.624 m

HLLBODEN
Pizza, Pasta and Patati at 2.141 m

SCHWARZWAND
An Italian mountain lodge at 2468 m

PAZNAUNER THAJA
Tyrols most popular lodge to meet in, at 2000m

BODENALP
Bergrestaurant Bodenalp at 1.840 m

BISTRO GAMPEN
Tasty treats for in between meals at 1975 m

VIDER ALP
Mountain restaurant with Alpine lodge characteristics at 2250 m

ALP TRIDA SATTEL

Local products at 2488 m

ALP TRIDA
Swiss cuisine at 2250 m

SKIHAUS ALP TRIDA

Tradition since 1800 at 2.250 m

ALP BELLA
A meeting point in Samnaun for chicken fans at 2380 m

SALASS
'Highlight' of the Eastern Alps at 2456 m

In Ischgl new, unknown and gratifying small pistes away from the hustle and bustle are not difficult to find In the Silvretta Arena ski area there are a diverse bunch of fantastic, secluded stretches and scenic gems which feature among the most interesting ski runs recommended in Tyrol. Here are our ultimate skiing tips: Piste No. 5 west run and No. 4: north run Both pistes run from the Pardatschgrat direct to the intermediate station for the Pardatschgratbahn and are very well suited for doing reps. The runs are pretty much ideal in the afternoon, when only a few skiers come up from the valley on the Pardatschgratbahn A2. Piste No. 4 in particular is recommended for assiduous winter athletes. Incidentally, with each circuit skiers amass some 735 metres altitude. Both these ski runs are also suitable for late afternoon descents into the valley. Piste No. 3 Stckabfahrt When all guests want to head into the valley late in the afternoon this piste helps you dodge the throngs. The easiest way to access the piste is via ski run number 2 from Idalp and from Hllboden. This ski run tackles over 500 metres of climbing and is 5 km in length. Piste No. 2b Nachtweide All those skiers who arent so proficient, and families with children who are new to skiing, should feel absolutely tip-top on these slopes when they take the Nachtweidebahn. Piste No. 7 Velilltal Our genuine insider tip anyone who passes through here will be amazed, even if they dont linger. Ultimately the Velliltal ski run is one of the most beautiful pistes in Tyrol in terms of scenery. Those of you who want to find a secluded valley should make use of the Gratbahn B8 or B1. Past the Velillalp there is a wonderful view to the Madlein mountain massif. The 2-seater chairlift, the Velilleck heads to the Pardatschgratbahn A2 intermediate station und then back to the Pardatschgrat again. Another tip: At http://tv.silvretta.at there are current views of the Silvretta Arena ski area in Tyrol. Get ready for Ischgl's ski pistes - a non-binding enquiry is your first step to your winter holiday in Tyrol. Pure luxury with the Mountain VIP Club Ischgl ISCHGL GOES VIP Enjoy an exclusive holiday and unlimited luxury to the full this has been the case for years for Ischgls contingent of international stars. Time and again it provides highlights for the winter season. Indeed, for four seasons, there is one exclusive club which has provided luxurious service and new standards for a winter of adventure which is one of a kind - the Mountain VIP Club. Admission is limited to just 300 VIP members. With a Mountain VIP Card in keeping with the American example and targeted to meet lifestyle requirements - those who want to be a part of it get to enjoy the utmost exclusivity and the best service

in a stylish atmosphere while on a skiing holiday in Tyrol. It is precisely this which Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger, Pop titan Dieter Bohlen and all the current VIPs hold in high regard in the Mountain Club.

PART OF THE TOP-NOTCH OFFER WHICH AWAITS MEMBERS INCLUDES: Their own VIP lounge in the ultra-contemporary Alpenhaus on the Idalp which enjoys a wonderful panoramic view. It provides VIP Card holders with the unique opportunity to enjoy a holiday in a relaxed atmosphere and with guaranteed privacy. There is also excellent cuisine with a superior range of wines. (Register by 10 a.m. and you are guaranteed a reserved seat). Free car parking in the Silvretta subterranean garage. Parking only available during ski hours. Entrance height to the outdoor parking area 2.20m. Your own VIP access to Silvrettabahn, at the rear (in the north) of the Silvrettabahn at the stair exit. If parents are club members, their children no matter age they are can avail of child discount when purchasing a ski pass, and can get to the cable car using the VIP entrance. A personal VIP ski guide from Schneesport Akademie, who will be available for an adventure-filled halfday tour. In addition there are events with international stars, which means you to experience events up close in the VIP lounge or VIP areas. Excellent secure storage of winter sports equipment in your own, reserved, free storage areas from Silvretta Sports on the mountain and in the valley. Special extras in the member packages: Free test of the latest skis, boards and in vogue sports equipment at Silvretta Sports. Participation in the regular toboggan evenings every Monday and Thursday from 7.00 p.m., including free toboggan and transport. Subscription for this exclusive VIP service for your skiing holiday in Tyrol: one-off registration fees are 1900 Euro; the annual fee is 1100 Euro. Included in the price Freestyle in the Tyrol Alps - Into a Mecca of rails, half-pipes and quarter pipes Silvretta Arena in Austria and Switzerland welcomes its freestyle fans with two snow parks. The PlayStation Vita Ischgl Snowpark is the biggest inter-connected freestyle paradise in the Alps in Ischgl. While in Samnaun the Obstacle Freestyle Board Park attracts fans from all over the world. PLAYSTATION VITA ISCHGL SNOWPARK You are here: Ski area Fun parks PlayStation Vita Ischgl Snowpark

Definitively one of the best Fun Parks in the Tyrol Alps. Possibly the longest Snow Park in the Alps for boarders & free-skiers is divided into the upper Vellil and the lower Idalp area and comprises three areas: King-size park

In the king-size park pros from all over the world show what world class is in the freestyle area the ultimate paradise. They come to Ischgl from all over the world for that bit extra. Public park In the Public park anyone who thinks they have what it takes can use the countless kickers, ramps and rails to conquer their ultimate adventures. Beginner's park Those who prefer to feel their way around slowly can get their first adrenaline kick in the Beginners park Since a good park is continually updated, the park designers in Ischgl are almost permanently working from the start of December through to the end of April. It is only by doing this that these experts in their field can create a very broad spectrum of beginners, public and pro features. In addition to the more than 30 jib & slide elements which have new SPC tubes, classic rails and boxes, there are also more than 20 kickers between 6 and 20 m in length; among other features there are two solid corners, a massive tubespine and a public bag jump in the park. A fun crossline offers plenty of diversity with waved runs and 14 steep banks which can be negotiated by practically all guests. Meanwhile talented freestylers definitely arent short changed with the longest proline in Europe which has over 20 elements Three chairlifts provide access to the Freestyle action. They are - Velillbahn B1, Flimjochbahn B2, Idjochbahn B3. Two large restaurants, Idalp and the Alpenhaus are very close to the Fun park. From the sun terraces spectators get an ideal view of the boarders and freeskiers. Ischgls event highlights also take place very close by. The Top of the Mountain concert stage is just a stones throw away On the Swiss side, the Obstacle Freestyle Park in Samnaun provides the chance to have a go at dodging obstacles. Though these facilities are not quite as extensive as the Vita Ischgl Snowpark, you can still put your ability to the test here. Samnauns Obstacle Freestyle Board Park: Switzerlands answer to its bigger brother in Tyrol, attracting action fans who are looking for an adrenaline kick! Ultimately it is specially designed for expert snowboarders and provides freestyling fun at the very highest level. The Obstacle Park is situated to the west of Alp Trider Eck-Lift and is a pure obstacle park. Throughout the terrain very different obstacles are built into the snow, including barrels. This means that each obstacle presents a new challenge.

I would have loved to have taken my Ischgl ski instructor home with me, Pink

Learn in a fun way, quickly, safely and without any worries.

Ischgls ski school is not just one of the most tradition-rich schools in the Tyrol Alps and in the whole of Austria. In this fantastic ski area the Schneesport Akademie also ensures that young and old really have a great time skiing. Whether on a snowboard, on Alpine skis, on telemarkers or on crosscountry skis on the piste, in the pipe or out on the terrain. More than 100 fully trained and qualified snow sport instructors show from the very beginning that its all about one thing having fun! This means that everyone will find a suitable course in Ischgls ski school whether they are a three year-old new to the sport and having their first go, teenagers who want to head off into the terrain, or those getting back into the sport from an extended break; or those who are real experts with ambitions in racing, for whom the latest equipment just cant go fast enough. During individual training sessions those who want to get further can perfect their knowledge and avail of the undivided attention of a ski instructor. The best way to learn new techniques quickly and eliminate errors. One special offer provided by ski school Ischgl are the No-Handicap-courses from Schneesport Akademie in Ischgl. These include courses for visually-impaired guests who enjoy comprehensive supervision, which means that a ski instructor collects course participants who have an impairment,

from the hotel. People with disabilities also have the opportunity to learn how to ski and snowboard in Ischgl. Special courses also comprise superb opportunities such as deep snow and firn snow trails training, learning classic Telemark technique, accompanied freeriding, ski tours and even going on snow-shoe hikes. Nowhere else can you experience perfect winter sports fun than in the Schneesportakademie in Ischgl in Tyrol!

CONTACT SKI-SCHOOL ISCHGL

Schneesportakademie Silvrettaplatz 2 6561 Ischgl Austria Web: www.schneesport-akademie.at Phone: +43 / 5444 / 5257 Phone: +43 / 5444 / 5404 Fax: +43 / 5444 / 5752 E-Mail: info@schneesport-akademie.at

The comprehensive range of ski courses in Ischgl includes:

Skiing-private lessons Skiing- adult lessons Snowboarding lessons Skiing and snowboarding childrens lessons Skiing and snowboarding lessons for teenagers Skiing and snowboarding special lessons No-Handicap lessons

Incidentally, those of you who want to see the guides or even your own instructor in action,

should pay a visit to the exciting demos at Ischgl ski school which take place at the valley station for the Pardatschgratbahn. All Demo dates in our events calendar Learn how to ski in Tyrol - please, send us a non-binding enquiry for your ski holiday in Ischgl.

SKI-BUS PAZNAUN Ski-bus service in the Paznaun valley You are here: Ski area Ski bus

Whoever spends their holiday in Paznaun - Ischgl and is in possession of a valid ski-pass can enjoy the convenience of the free ski-bus service in the region. Just a few walking steps away, you can get on the ski-bus that will take you to all the outlying ski regions as well as pick you up again. From your hotel or holiday apartment, you can thus get straight to the entrance of the ski-lifts. Comfortable, quick and above all: no stress that is how to get off on the right foot for your ski day! The ski-bus schedules for the winter season are available soon to download here.

SKI HIRE ISCHGL, TYROL

Without any luggage into the snow with the latest equipment

You are here: Ski area Ski hire & Storage Your old skis are at home and your ski shoes are a bit sorry looking anyway. No more room for your snowboard and the kids need a sled? None of this is a problem since in the 17 sports shops in Ischgl which offer ski hire, everyone will get the winter sports equipment they need and it is available to hire too. Since new materials and fashionable styles are in vogue every season, guests in Ischgls sports shops also get to enjoy the very latest trends and the best in the new generation of high-tech materials from all the famous manufacturers. Those who want can get kitted out with a brand new board and an in vogue outfit, with shoes to match. Combining styles in this way is clearly much better. Anyone who hires their equipment from the sport shops here in Tyrol will have it tailored to suit their own specific requirements by experts. Whats more, all skis and boards are always serviced, freshly waxed and have razor-sharp edges. All this ensures that in the Silvretta-Arena you get a great skiing sensation, and ultimately that you have a safe, nifty and precise experience on and off the superb pistes. Incidentally those who cant cope with their hire equipment can get contemporary alternatives without any hassle, in the hire stations and sports shops in Ischgl, Austria.

Another brilliant feature in Ischgl the three main storage stations in Ischgl town and in the two on the Idalp provide convenient storage areas for your skis, snowboards and the like. This means families can start another day in the snow without any hassle at all and without any luggage getting in their way.

The hire and shopping facilities in and around Ischgl are huge:

WINTERHOLIDAY WITH DISABILITY

Experience Ischgl without any hurdles a skiing holiday for people with a handicap

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SKI HOLIDAY IN TYROL : CAREFREE SKIING

Holidaying in winter in Tyrols Ischgl region when you have a handicap is almost without limits
enjoy care-free skiing in the Silvretta Skiarena. That people who have mobility impairments feel good all round here and also get to enjoy their sport is down to several reasons:

On the one hand, the friendly staff at Silvretta Arena are there when required. Their natural service and willingness to help ensures that Ischgls guests feel they are in good hands. While on the other, guests can also get to many destinations even with their impairments. For instance, they have their own demarcated disabled parking areas. Those in wheelchairs also get to the gondola lift at Silvrettabahn A1 in comfort using the lift at the valley station. The lift is located opposite the roundabout, next to the exit for the Silvrettabahn anyone who cant find it can quickly get assistance from the Silvrettaseilbahn AG service staff. Thanks to ground-level entrance, access by wheelchair to the large gondola lifts run by Silvrettabahn does not present a problem. Even the chairlifts and the T-bar lifts can be used. Silvrettaseilbahn AG staff can set the cable car to run at a slower pace for those of you who would like to head right up to the summit. Ultimately everyone should be able to get in and out here without any fuss. A skiing holiday in Tyrol is great fun all-round for people who have a disability! Come to Ischgl - we are looking forward to receiving your non-binding holiday enquiry.

PIZ VAL GRONDA E5 NEW WINTER 2013/14 You are here: Ski area Piz Val Gronda E5 MILESTONES 150-ATW PIZ VAL GRONDA 19.09.2012 Approval in accordance with nature protection law is issued by the offices of the Tyrolean state government 21.03.2013 Approval for construction in accordance with cable car regulations is issued by the Republic of Austrias Federal Ministry for Transport, Innovation and Technology 22.03.2013 Digger access under the supervision of the ecological construction supervisory authority 25.03.2013 Start of construction Provisional start-up: Winter 2013/14 PROJECT DESCRIPTION The entire project planning for site 150-ATW Piz Val Gronda took account of technical specifications as well as ecological issues such as planning adapted to the site and use of available infrastructure. Construction of the tramway involves applying the most careful approach in terms of protecting the landscape and ecosystem. Only 2 support sites are required and no cable trench is required along the route. No earthworks are required along the planned ski piste no. 42 with the exceptional of minimal localised stone removal measures. Both of the stations will feature an open style of construction. The mountain and valley stations will be as compact as possible and will fit into the landscape as much as possible. 2 supports will be required along the route. The first support of approx. 90 m high will be located approx. 462 m (cable length) after the valley station and the second support of approx. 64 m high will be based approx. 388 m before the mountain station. The emergency operating concept for the site will enable the tramway to be emptied of passengers in the event of a breakdown (emergency, power cut, technical defect) using 2 independent emergency drive systems. It is therefore highly unlikely that passengers will ever have to be rescued from the cabins. In accordance with the concept for maximising avalanche protection for the construction of the 150ATW Piz Val Gronda, 8 avalanche trigger masts are required but no avalanche protection structures to protect the ski piste. PROJECT AREA

A LONG HISTORY Magazine on the topic: Piz Val Gronda E5

3D - MAP See the project in Google Earth

DOCUMENTATION PIZ VAL GRONDA

SKI MAP 2013/14 PDF Download, 6 MB

360 WEBCAM View to the Piz Val Gronda

PIZ VAL GRONDA E5 - KRANMONTAGE BERGSTATION Duration: 3:47 TECHNICAL DETAILS 150-ATW PIZ VAL GRONDA (ATW = AERIAL TRAMWAY): The planned cable car is a classic two track aerial tramway with two cables per tram and a continuous traction cable loop. There will be two trams with a transportation capacity of 150 people each without a bearer cable brake. Energy and data cables will be integrated into the bearer cables to supply the mountain station and no cable trench between the mountain and valley station is required. Altitude of valley station Altitude of mountain station Horizontal length Height difference Diagonal length Maximum inclination of tramway Tramway capacity Transportation capacity Speed of travel (open cable) Speed of travel (crossing support) Travel time Cycle time 2,295.00 m 2,811.50 m 2,377.00 m 516.50 m 2,452.00 m 51.5 % 150 people 1.300 p/hr 12 m/s 7 m/s ca. 5.4 min ca. 6.9 min

Number of supports Power output Max. dynamic performance Highest distance from ground Longest span Bearer cable diameter Traction cable diameter Location of motor Location of anchoring device Manufacturer of cable car technology Manufacturer of electro-technology Cable manufacturer

2 angle steel framework supports 620 kW (2 gears, 2 motors) 1,820 kW approx. 83 m 1,533 m 72 mm 47 mm Valley station Mountain station Doppelmayr - Garaventa Siemens Fatzer

NEW SKI PISTE NO. 42 WITH IMPROVEMENT OF SKI PISTE NO. 41 Length Difficulty Height difference approx. 3 km Red (medium) 516.50 m

VIEWS OF VALLEY STATION PIZ VAL GRON 3-S PARDATSCHGRAT A2 NEW WINTER 2014-2015 You are here: Ski area 3-S Pardatschgrat A2 MILESTONES 3-S PARDATSCHGRAT A2 05.06.2013 Approval in accordance with nature protection law is issued by the offices of the Tyrolean state government 20.06.2013 Approval for construction in accordance with cable car regulations is issued by the Republic of Austrias Federal Ministry for Transport, Innovation and Technology 20.06.2013 Start of construction Provisional start-up: Winter 2014/15

0 1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION The existing monocable gondola lift with 4-seater gondolas (constructed 1990) has two sections and a middle station but is no longer able to sufficiently serve as a means of transportation to the Ischgl/Idalp ski resort. The bottom section of the existing Pardatschgratbahn cable car will therefore be demolished and a wind-stable tricable gondola lift built in its place from the eastern centre of the town to the Pardatschgrat directly, with no middle station. The top section of the existing facility will remain. Later, it

will be possible to ski down the various attractive descents from the Pardatschgrat to the middle station and in Velill during the morning hours. This currently often results in long waits due to the gondolas from the valley station being full. WORLD RECORD: The new Pardatschgratbahn will have the biggest height difference of any tricable cable car at 1,251 m. The mountain station will be attached to the existing mountain station of the monocable gondola lift. To prepare for any subsidence, the station will be constructed on several individual foundations which can be adjusted using hydraulic heavy duty compressors. The special geological setting also means that the entire mountain station needs to be anchored back around 140m using cables. There will also be disabled access to the Pardorama restaurant. To achieve a harmonious appearance, the architecture of the mountain station has been adapted to the existing building yet is nevertheless unique. Plans for the valley station presented a particular challenge due to the tight space constraints. The station has now been divided in two into the infrastructure section (orographic left) and the cable car section (orographic right of the Fimbabach) and is linked by bridges. A large ski store is being built on the lowest level of the infrastructure section. From here, visitors can access a distribution level with a sports shop and ski hire. The ground floor level contains a counter area with covered queuing area. The top floor of the infrastructure section provides access to the cable car. All of the floors in the infrastructure section are linked via escalators and lifts. The lower floors of the cable car section store the gondolas and contain the service area, storage areas and goods delivery areas. The gondolas are transported from the garage store to the platform. LED lighting will be used to transform the valley station into an attraction even when it is dark outside.

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3D - MAP See the project in Google Earth TECHNICAL DETAILS 3-S PARDATSCHGRAT A2 The planned cable car is a tricable gondola lift with two bearer cables per direction of travel. 31 vehicles (TARIS model with suspension system and running gear and 2 detachable grips each) with a tramway capacity of 28 people each and seated transportation is possible. New cabins have been developed in collaboration with the CWA company and these are being used for the first time with this mountain railway. The emergency operating concept for the site will enable the tramway to be emptied of passengers in the event of a breakdown (emergency, power cut, technical defect) using 2 independent emergency drive systems. Altitude of valley station Altitude of mountain station Horizontal length Height difference Slope length Tramway capacity Transportation capacity Speed of travel Travel time Number of supports Power output Max. dynamic performance Highest distance from ground Longest span Bearer cable diameter Traction cable diameter Location of motor Location of anchoring device Location of garage store 1,365.00 m 2,616.00 m 3,264.50 m 1,251.00 m 3,423.70 m 28 people 2,800 p/hr 7.5 m/s approx. 9.4 mins 6 rounded piping framework supports 1,310 kW (1 gears, 4 motors) 2,080 kW approx. 138 m 1,143 m 58 mm, sealed 55 mm Mountain station Valley station 100 % valley station

Manufacturer of cable car technology Manufacturer of electro-technology Cable manufacturer Height of support 0 Height of support 1 Height of support 2 Height of support 3 Height of support 4 Height of support 5 Construction PICTURE GALLERY

Doppelmayr Doppelmayr Fatzer 23,5 m 55 m 55 m 60 m 60 m 45 m summer 2013 + 2014

CABLE CARS & LIFTS ISCHGL Up high quickly and safely with the cable cars and chairlifts in Ischgls Silvretta Arena You are here: Ski area Building blog & Facts Cable cars & Lifts Barely manageable in a day: 44 lift and cable car facilities and over 238km prepared pistes into the Swiss duty-free zone, Samnaun If Tyrols best interconnected ski area can do just one thing, it can bring its guests with t he utmost reliability and in comfort up to the ski pistes and into winter sports pleasure. All that in state-of-the-art cable cars and lifts, together with the highest safety standards.

In Austria and in Tyrol in particular cable cars enjoy a tradition which goes back decades. On 15th December 1963 the first cable car in Ischgl was put into operation by Silvrettaseilbahn AG. These days cable cars are among the safest mass transportation methods. All the high safety standards are put forward and monitored by the Austrian Federal Ministry for Transport, Innovation and Technology and a number of international cable car committees. Moreover, the cable cars and lifts in Ischgl in Tyrol and in Samnaun in Switzerland regularly undergo thorough inspections and tests.

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Ischgl sets standards Standing in a queue is somewhat of a rare event, something that the state-of-the-art shutter system which has an enormously high passenger conveyance capacity, ensures. They make sure that skiers spend a lot more of their time on the pistes than anywhere else while they are on holiday. Here you spend hardly any of your time waiting in queues.

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Top marks in the categories: Ski area size/piste range Fun and entertainment Aprs Ski TECHNICAL DETAILS Top-class performance in Ischgl Samnaun. Every hour some 90,200 people, covering a total of 13,735m altitude difference can be conveyed in the ski Mecca of the Alps. You are here: Ski area Building blog & Facts Cable cars & Lifts Technical details

The facilities in Ischgl include - 3 SHUTTLE - 17 CHAIRLIFTS - 7 T-BAR LIFTS and conveyor belts All 27 of Ischgls facilities tackle a total altitude difference of 9948m and have a conveyance capacity of 58,708 people per hour.

The facilities in Samnaun include... - 2 SHUTTLES - 8 CHAIRLIFTS - 6 T-BAR LIFTS and conveyor belts All 16 facilities in Samnaun surmount a total altitude difference of 4518m and have a conveyance capacity of 30,163 people per hour.

This means that the facilities in the Silvretta Arena.... ...cover a total altitude difference of 13,735m and have a conveyance capacity of 88,871 people per hour. SILVRETTABAHN FUNITEL IN TYROL A contemporary version of a gondola, built by the Doppelmayr company You are here: Ski area Building blog & Facts Cable cars & Lifts Silvrettabahn Funitel

0 1 2 3 What power it runs on 8 engines, a full 4.350 HP and a speed of up to 6 metres per second! Along with the Fimba and Pardatschgratbahn it makes up Tyrols contemporary Silvrettabahn Funitel; the robust mainstay of the shuttle system in the Silvretta Arena. With it, more than 3000 people can be

conveyed from Ischgl to the Idalp within an hour. The journey lasts around 15 minutes and proceeds up to 2320 metres altitude. Funitels are extremely stable in the wind and are able to convey large numbers of passengers thanks to their suspension, and provide a high level of comfort and safety. The special features of the system are the two parallel running hoist units, to which the cabins are attached. Each year the Silvrettabahn Funitel takes around 1,400,000 guests quickly and safely to the intermediate and mountain stations of the Silvrettabahn. Each cabin seats around 18 people. What makes up the cable car? To power a modern cable car 8 engines with a total capacity of 3200 kW (thats 4.350 HP) are required. 1200 tyres 1200 wheels 50 frequency inverters 60 km laid cables 200 engines 56 lm switchboards

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Fimbabahn the popular 8-seater gondola in Ischgl
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How lovely heated seats! You just want to keep sitting there!
Like the Silvretta and the Pardatschgratbahn, the Fimbabahn is located directly in Ischgl town centre. All the cable cars are just a few minutes walk from one another. Like both the other state-ofthe-art cable cars it forms an established mainstay of the infrastructure in the ski area in Ischgl. It scores points not only with the latest technology and high carriage capacity this Tyrolean cable car takes 2800 people per hour quickly and safely up to the mountain station for the Idalp, which, among others, is also the culinary centre of Tyrols Silvretta Arena. Thanks to this capacity no visitor has to stand in queues for the Fimbabahn at the valley station. In addition, the cable car is very popular among skiers and snowboarders due to its heated seats.

After some fifteen minutes the Fimbabahn covers 950 metres altitude and proceeds to the Idalp at 2320 metres altitude.

UP TO THE ALP TRIDA SADDLE IN ONE OF THE MOST STATE-OF-THE-ART CABLE CARS IN THE ALPS

In 1995 with the construction of the Twinliner in Samnaun, Silvretta Arena gained a global innovationwith the state-of-the-art cable car and its twin-storey cabins, ski guests were able to climb aboard on two levels. The Twinliner provides space for around 180 people in total. Every hour the cable car carries 1620 people over 722 metres altitude, covering 2.3 km, up to the Alp Trida saddle (2488m). In addition to its twin-storey cabins, the Twinliner is also one of the most state-of-the-art cable cars in the Alps thanks to its impressive stations in Samnaun and on the Alp Trida saddle! Incidentally safety is very much emphasised in Silvretta Arena the cable cars in the Swiss and Tyrol Alps are regularly and thoroughly checked by independent specialists. Generally cable cars are among the safest mass transport methods. There are a number of national and international cable car committees which ensure that these high quality and safety standards are upheld. ISCHGL'S HISTORY OF SKIING Facts & History...of Silvrettaseilbahn AG You are here: Ski area Building blog & Facts Facts & History

So whats in the numbers 36, 400,000 and 25 million? Be amazed here! Fact ...every night in this ski area in Tyrol 36 piste machines prepare the slopes to ensure perfect skiing! ...each of these piste machines cost around 400,000 Euro! ...the lift facilities are able to transport around 86,000 people every hour! ...the cable cars and lifts are used almost 25 million times in winter! ...in the ski area a lot of the piste areas are mowed and mulched which has a very positive effect on the variety of species, the vegetation, the landscape and also ensures replenishment Who sees to it that Ischgl in Tyrol is one of the most snow-assured ski areas in the Alps? Ischgl can count itself lucky with its all-round high altitude level location in the Paznaun region at between 1400 and 2872 metres, positioned between the Silvretta and the Verwall mountain groups. However it is not only its location which is crucial; around 1100 snow canons and lances are used on a total of 238 kilometres of pistes, guaranteeing snow-assuredness from the end of November until the start of May just in case Mother Nature wants to take a holiday for once. The snow-making facilities in Ischgl are also continually improved, which means that optimum conditions for skiing are almost always guaranteed. At any rate, almost 80% of all ski pistes can be covered with snow by snow canons and lances. What does the ski area look like in summer? In the summer months the pistes are used as Alpine pastures. This means that today in Ischgl more cows can now graze on the pastures of the mountain slopes than before the time the ski area was opened up. The regions farmers are responsible for fertilising and managing the pistes in the summer months. Moreover, our staff spend a month clearing all the pistes of rubbish. It is also worth mentioning that all the restaurants and WC facilities in the ski are connected to the local sewerage system. These endeavours to help keep the environment in good working order in the Silvretta Arena have not gone unnoticed. A few years ago the readers of Ski Magazin voted Ischgl the most environment ally-friendly ski area. Consequently, Ischgl is not just one of the most snow-assured ski areas in the Alps, it is also a forerunner in environmental protection. THE HISTORY OF SKIING IN ISCHGL CHRONICLES OF THE SILVREATTASEILBAHN AG

1961 The development of the Silvretta Arena dates back to 7th October 1961; at that time the company was entered in the register of companies by its 73 founding shareholders. 1962 1963 Construction of the Silvrettabahn Pendelbahn

March 1963 Crash of the Silvrettaseilbahn, just before going into operation. Immediate reconstruction followed and Silvrettabahn was put into operation along with the first T-bar lift (the Idjochlift) in December 1963; at that time it was the longest cable car in Austria. Financial difficulties at the start. 1966 Administrative committee joined as shareholder and built up the share capital from 0.5 million to 1 million Euro. 1972 Pardatschgratbahn brought into service as the first monocable gondola in Austria. 1976 Construction and bringing into service of the third feeder cable car Fimbabahn 1977 Construction of feeder cable car I in Samnaun, Restaurant Alp Trida, Alp Trida saddle. 51 per cent share of Silvrettaseilbahn AG to Luftseilbahn Samnaun AG. 1979 Shares to the car parking operator in Ischgl

1980 Further major investments, including the extension of the restaurant businesses Idalp, Hllkar, Schwarzwand. Since that time the restaurant businesses have been managed autonomously. The old T-bar lift on the Idjoch replaced by Tyrols first detachable three-seater chairlift, Viderjoch, Muller and Blais Gronda ski lifts. 1983 Construction of the Silvrettabahn as a 6-seater monocable gondola

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1992 -1993 Construction of the tennis centre (4 indoor and 4 outdoor courts) and an outdoor swimming pool 1993 Construction of the Flimjochbahn (4-seater, detachable) and the Velilleckbahn, reconstruction of the restaurant La Marmotte, development of Alp Trida Viderjoch. . 1994 Construction of the Hllspitzbahn (4-seater, detachable), replacing the Hllspitz lift. Reconstruction of the detachable 4-seater chairlift Alp Trida - Flimsattel and Alp Trida Visnitz. 1995 Construction of Velillbahn (6-seater, detachable), replacing the 2 T-bar lifts, reconstruction of SB Restaurant Idalp, re-construction of the 2nd feeder cable car, the 'Twinliner' in Samnaun, reconstruction of the restaurant, Alp Bella. 1996Modifications to the Palinkopfbahn (4-seater, detachable) instead of the 2-seater chair lift, building of an underground garage with 200 spaces, escalator at the Pardatschgratbahn, reconstruction of the detachable 4-seater chairlift Alp Bella-Grivalea. 1997 Construction of the Sassgalunbahn (fixed 6-seater) instead of the T-bar lift; preparatory work for the new Silvrettabahn (Funitel), along with the replacement of the Fimbabahn with the Silvrettabahn. Shell for the Dorftunnel constructed (tunnel between the town centre and the Fimbabahn). 1998 Redevelopment of the Silvrettabahn with the Funitel facility - Fimbabahn replaces the former Silvrettabahn; setting up of the Hllkarbahn (6-seater, detachable) in the place of the 2 T-bar lifts; reconstruction of the detachable 6-seater chairlift Planer Salaas Greitspitz provided with a protective hood. Completion of the Dorftunnel including conveyor belts and lift. 1999 Reconstruction of the Schwarzwasserlift

2000 Palinkopf and Schwarzwand T-bar lifts replaced by the Zeblas 6-seater chairlift; 4-seater Hllboden chairlift replaced by an 8-seater chairlift; setting up of the Bodenalpbahn (fixed 4seater chairlift); reconstruction of the serviced restaurant Panorama auf der Idalp, Alp Trida; Sattelbahn 6-seater detachable chair lift provided with protective hood. 2001 3-seater Idjoch chairlift replaced by an 8-seater chairlift with bubble chairs; extension and renovation of the Restaurant Hllboden with the 'Turm-Salettl'; expansion of the snowmaking facilities in the Flimjoch area; Florian garage extended to provide a further 200 parking

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2002 6-seater Gratbahn chairlift with weather protection hood; 'Hll'ski run from the Greitspitz to Hllkar; Silvretta underground garage at the valley station for the Silvrettabahn (220 parking spaces); expansion of the snow-making facilities. 2003 6-seater 'Paznauner Thaya' chairlift with weather protection hood; expansion of the snow-making facilities. 2004 Reconstruction of the 6-seater Nachtweidebahn chairlift with weather protection hood; refurbishment of Restaurant Pardorama on the Pardatschgrat; expansion of the snowmaking facilities. Hllspitzbahn equipped with a state-of-the-art weather protection hood. 2005 Reconstruction of the ticket sales building at the valley station for the Silvrettabahn; completion of the PARDORAMA restaurant; the umbrella bar at Alp Trida restaurant replaced by the new Aprs-Ski-Bar 'Munggaloch'. 2006 Reconstruction of the Alpenhaus restaurant; new building design for the Silvrettabahn valley station; construction of Viderjoch reservoir; refurbishment of the 'LA MARMOTTE' restaurant. 2007 Reconstruction - 8-seater gondola lift Fimba A3; refurbishment Restaurant Salaas 2008 Refurbishment Bistro Gampen at the valley station for the Gampenbahn E4 2009 Reconstruction of the reservoir at Velill-Idalp; replacement of the practice lift in Mathon G1; the Eisbar and the faade at Restaurant Idalp modernised. 2010 Reconstruction of Lange Wand C5 chairlift with heated seats and weather protection hood; reconstruction Muller M2 chairlift with orange weather protection hood. 2011 Sonnenlift replaced by the detachable Sonnenbahn B5 chairlift with heated seats and child safety locks. New Panorama Salettl on the Idalp

2012 Refurbishment and extension of Restaurants Hllboden and Sattel CONTACT SILVRETTASEILBAHN AG Silvrettaseilbahn AG Silvrettaplatz 2 6561 Ischgl Austria Info: +43 / 5444 / 606 Tariff information: +43 / 5444 / 606 200 Piste rescue service: +43 / 5444 / 606 600 Fax: +43 / 5444 / 606 -118 E-Mail: office@silvretta.at ADVENTURE HOLIDAY & OUTDOORS TYROL The only opportunity to get something out of life is to jump in with all your might. Angelina Jolie You are here: Adventure & Outdoors

...IN WINTER Ischgl is a winter holiday destination with sheer unlimited opportunities There are further types of winter sports in Tyrol on offer apart from the main attractions of skiing, boarding and night life: With cross-country skis you can glide across the winter wonderland at your own speed fast and athletic or simply for enjoyment. You can go ice skating with the whole family doing a turn on the ice is great fun for young and old. Tobogganing in Ischgl also ensures first rate winter fun. You speed off downhill on special runs also very romantic by moonlight.

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING Whether for fitness & training, or to recover and switch off Ischgls slopes & skating routes...

TOBOGGANING Jump into your toboggan and head into Ischgl at night-time - on Monday &Thursday...

SKI TOURS This is perhaps the most traditional form of skiing conquering the mountain on foot, with skis and pelts...

SILVRETTA CENTRE Everything under one roof - adventure pool, sauna village, Restaurant, Bowling ...

ICE-SKATING Ice-skating is as much a part of winter as snow - in Ischgl under the starry sky...

CARRIAGE RIDE Horse-drawn carriage rides in the Tyrol mountains around Ischgl provide a little bit of a break in our fastmoving times... ADVENTURE & OUTDOORS IN SUMMER The highest form of happiness is life with a certain amount of craziness. Erasmus von Rotterdam In Ischgl, in addition to the Silvretta Arena, which is a genuine paradise for hikers, mountain bikers and Alpinists in summer, there are also many other outdoor activities for visitors. One thing is certain youll certainly not be bored in Paznaun! Whether unhurried and peaceful, or if you prefer things to be a bit wild, its all possible in Ischgl. For instance, you can go fishing in some of the water ways. Indeed, the crystal clear mountain lakes are for the most part too cold for bathing, so the outdoor pool provides a welcome change and a chance to cool down on hot summer days. Up in the lofty heights of the high ropes course you get to train your coordination and concentration simultaneously. When going across narrow footbridges, suspension bridges or from tree to tree you are of course always very well secured. The climbing garden provides a cool alternative to hiking for families with children who are a bit older. For families with children from the age of 4 in particular the climbing garden is a cool alternative to hiking. Those who want can even play a round of mini-golf in Ischgl in the evening after a hike.

Things are a bit wilder rafting and canyoning very close to the Paznaun region there are lots of opportunities to experience these outdoor water sports. Register for water adventures at Sport Camp Tirol. www.sportcamptirol.at

LAKES & SWIMMING POOLS Dive in, cool down and relax - in the loveliest mountains in the Alps...

MOTORCYCLING For motorcyclists, the lifestyle metropolis of Ischgl in Tyrol is the ideal starting point for superb Alpine tours...

MINIGOLF & PIT PAT Ischgls beautiful mini-golf facility time and again provides an entertaining meeting point for friends & families...

VIA FERRATA ROUTES The view is vast reaching from the summits of the Silvretta right across to Paznaun...

HIGH-ROPES ROUTES Adrenalin kick guaranteed up on tree trunks at a height of between 8 and 14m...

TENNIS CENTRE Game, set, match in Ischgl the ball flies better... Enjoy an active summer or winter holiday in the Tyrolean Alps. The easiest way is a non-binding enquiry or anonline-booking. Cross-country skiing in Ischgl in Tyrol can mean many things: Peaceful circuits keeping a steady rhythm, gently gliding and breathing in the mountain air deeply and evenly. However, it can also mean a very special, calorie-incinerating endurance sport. No matter if you are doing some gentle or challenging cross-country skiing on one of the lovely slopes in Ischgl, one things for sure - fitness and coordination are developed in equal measure, as are all the muscles in your body. And this is precisely how you can do your body a lot of good All the variants and routes for cross-country skiers through the wintry landscape of the Paznaun region range from between 1377 and 2036 metres altitude, some even extend into the neighbouring region of Vorarlberg. And of course in addition to the classic slope track, there is also a wider area for skating, the faster and more intense variant of cross-country skiing. The night-time toboggan run in Ischgl causes quite a stir: With seven kilometres of tobogganing on offer and at 950 meters altitude this is one of the longest routes in the Alps. The brightly illuminated route on Ischgls night-time toboggan run from the mountain station for the the Silvrettabahn welcome guests from 7:00 p.m. From around mid-December until around the start of April it is open every Monday and Thursday when the weather is suitable. Those who dash around under the stars, cornering your machine by shifting your weight and vigorously using your heels, braking quickly before then picking up speed, realise that tobogganing takes strength. And if you find your old sled too cumbersome or inflexible you should hire one of the sleek, optimum weight racing machines Silvretta Sports. This means that nothing stands in the way of a genuine speed highlight in Ischgl. bersichtsplan Rodelabend (PDF-Download) Jump into your toboggan and head into Ischgl at night-time...

Important information for your evenings tobogganing in Ischgl: Transport by lift A1: Adult 12.50 Child 7.00 The toboggan run ticket entitles the holder to one ascent on the Silvrettabahn. Ascent: Silvrettabahn from 07.00 p.m.08.30 p.m. Family offer: Free ascent for children up to the age of 16 when accompanied by their parents! Note: no ski passes, with the exception of season tickets bought in Ischgl, are valid for the ascent to the toboggan run. Toboggan run closed during day! Toboggan hire: Adult 8.50 Child 4.00 Hire: SILVRETTA SPORTS, Silvrettabahn mountain station Note: hire fee must be paid at the same time as the travel ticket cost. No deposit! Toboggan returns: at the end of the toboggan run. Ski tours in Tyrol Get everywhere with skis and pelts; conquer secluded summits; enjoy the tranquillity and from up there eventually head down to distant valleys that is skiing heaven on earth. This is perhaps the most traditional form of skiing conquering the mountain on foot, with skis and pelts. Getting to the bottom its then total pleasure when you magic up your own tracks in the deep snow. Ski tours in Ischgl in Tyrol are an absolute must for mountain fans and for people who like to feel what the Alpine winter is like up close, on the well-trodden trails and lively pistes.

There are a full 74 three-thousand metre mountains in the mountain chains in the Central Alps and Eastern Alps. Their rock massifs in Tyrol, Vorarlberg and Graubnden are among the most spectacular in the Alps. The ski tour season lasts from November through to May.

GUIDED MOUNTAIN TOURS IN TYROL For those of you who want to experience the fantastic high Alpine landscape, cosy Alpine lodges are available for overnight stays when you are on long excursions away from the pistes. This makes a oneday ski tour in the Paznaun region a unique experience which can be extended without any trouble. There are endless opportunities available for you to push yourself and your body to the limit and in so doing always staying in harmony with the natural surroundings. Those who are good at the sport, yet nonetheless prefer safety in numbers, or those who want to learn the technique of climbing in pelts or who just want to try it, are best to place their trust in Ischgls mountain guides. The experienced experts know the local mountains inside out, and will ensure you are safe during mountain tours; they also provide interested individuals with in-depth information. Local experts also plan tours together with their clients and ultimately take them to the most wonderful places around Ischgl. When you book a mountain guide you can also hire the requisite safety equipment avalanche search device, shovel, probe etc. Incidentally, on the mountain you have to trust a person 100 percent and behave professionally a challenge for body and soul which will provide exceptional enrichment for every participant.

Ischgl also offers a winter hiking route especially for moments of tranquillity. Ideal for treating yourself to a break from the daily grind, to let your thoughts run free and to relax. The unhurried walking pace and Ischgls contemplative natural surroundings are also stimulating, superbly enshrouded in this white splendour. All winter tours around Ischgl in Tyrol, around Mathon, Mutta or to Paznauner Thaya, to Heidelberger Htte or the Smugglers Tour in Switzerland are prepared, clearly signposted and marked out, which means everyone will be able to get their bearings in Tyrols winter white surroundings.

ISCHGL WINTER HIKING TRAIL Ischgls winter hiking trail is ideal for your first investigative tour, or for somewhat quieter days during a winter holiday. This 5km flat route wont be too much for anyone and yet provides a great feeling of having achieved something. Difficulty level: Easy Walking time: 1.5 hours Distance: 5 km (out & back) Refreshments options: Guesthouses in Ischgl MATHON WINTER HIKING TRAIL This 6km winter hiking trail in Mathon takes you through a deeply snow-covered landscape, past romantic glades to the Silvretta Wildlife Park (optional place to stop-off for refreshments). It very much exudes a feeling of tranquillity, since, far away from the hustle and bustle you get to experience Paznaun at its most traditional. Afterwards you can get back to Ischgl again conveniently by bus while those who prefer to do so, can head back on foot. Difficulty level: Easy Walking time: 1.5 hours Distance: 6 km (out & back)

Refreshments options: Guesthouses in Ischgl, Mathon Wildlife Park MUTTA WINTER HIKING TRAIL The Mutta trail proceeds from Ischgl village centre to the hamlet of Brand. The wide trail meanders up over 2.5 km in serpentines. The superb view to the whole of Ischgl gives you a bit of distance from all the hustle and bustle of the town. Difficulty level: Easy Walking time: 1.5 hours Distance: 5km (out & back) Refreshments options: Guesthouses in Ischgl SMUGGLERS TOUR Fancy a cross-border winter adventure and some shopping? Then head into duty-free Samnaun on the Smugglers Tour. Cable cars and chair lifts can be used on this tour. The route proceeds from the Idalp to the valley station for the Flimjochbahn B3, continuing on the Flimsattelbahn N1 to Alp Trida. From there take the Alp Trida Sattelbahn N6 up to Alp Trida Sattel, then take the bi-level Pendelbahn L1 down to Samnaun. A very special kind of adventure. Difficulty level: Easy Walking time: varies Distance: varies Refreshment options: Restaurants in the Ischgl Samnaun ski area PAZNAUNER THAYA This popular Alpine lodge in the Silvretta Arena is really easy to hike to. Using the Silvrettabahn A1 or Fimbabahn A3 you get to the Idalp at 2320m; from here continue on foot to Hllboden, head up the mountain on the Sassgalunbahn, then hike to Paznauner Thaya. There are walking options available along the designated winter hiking trails. The C1 and C3 facilities can only be used by non-skiers heading up the mountain. Difficulty level: Moderate Walking time: 3.5 hours Distance: 11 km Refreshment options: Restaurant Idalp, Alpenhaus, Paznauner Thaya HEIDELBERGERHTTE Accessed via the Silvretta cable car or by taking the Fimbabahn to the intermediate station from here it is a 3.5 hour hike through Fimbatal to Heidelberger Htte, which is on Swiss soil. Head back either on foot or take the lodge taxi (Skidoo). For information about & to register for transport telephone +43 (0) 664 425 3070. Difficulty level: Moderate Walking time: 3.5 hours to the lodge Distance: 11 km to the lodge Refreshment options: Gampenalpe, Bodenalpe, Heidelberger Htte Information from Silvrettaseilbahn AG about winter hiking trails Use of the winter hiking trails listed here is at your own risk. Watch out for skiers and snowboarders on all routes. Take particular care when crossing the pistes. The winter hiking trails plotted on the piste map are cleared whenever possible adverse conditions (snow fall etc.) may prevent this. Anyone who is lucky enough to skate under the open sky as you can do in Ischgl whether it is in the warm winter sun or very romantic under the starry night sky will enjoy their circuits on the ice twice as much. Its very easy to find Ischgls ice-skating rink - the natural skating rink is located directly behind the Silvretta cable car, 1 minute from the town centre in Ischgl.

When you first put your skates on, childhood memories flood back, and any initial chuckles grow into smiles of happiness. Ice-skating gives you a feeling of effortless ease and simply has that untroubled childlike aspect of freedom. This elegant sport is a superb alternative to skiing and snowboarding. Skating is of course especially fun with a partner, romantic even especially when you want a bit of exercise. It is not for nothing that some of great key scenes in film have been set on the ice from a fleeting flirt to the first kiss, anything is possible. So why not turn the ice-skating rink in Ischgl into a flirting arena! It is a special event when children in particular take their first steps on to the ice. Those of you who would like to show your little ones unforgettable winter fun in Tyrol, can look forward to their first successful endeavours all the more, since children under the age of 6 get to skate for free. ICE-HOCKEY & CURLING For those who want to meet up with friends to enjoy a speedy session of ice hockey or have a first attempt using the puck and stick this is also available in Ischgl Incidentally, you can also have a go at curling in the ice-rink. In convivial, entertaining rounds the curling stone is hurled, with a great deal of sensitivity and accuracy, across a surface as smooth as glass on four curling lanes. Afterwards to warm up and celebrate victories head to the bars and pubs in this Tyrolean skiing metropolis. Practical details: Skates, curling stone and hockey equipment such as shoes, sticks and puck are available to hire on site so theres no excuse to stay away from the ice rink ! OPENING HOURS & PRICES Depending on the weather Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 2:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 2:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Reservations can be made by telephoning +43 650 7245813 Adults Entry & skates Entry & puck Entry & puck & hockey stick Children (up to the age of 15) Entry & skates Entry & puck Entry & puck & hockey stick Curling (curling lane incl. curling stones - 60 min) Adults Children (up to the age of 15) 5,00 4,00 4,00 4,00 5,00 5,00 5,00 7,00

HORSE-RIDING IN WINTER & SUMMER RIDING in WINTER Horses, snow, clean air ... what rider doesnt dream of a ride through the snow-covered landscape?

Proficient riders really get their moneys worth on exhilarating rides. Register at: 0043 664 384 35 29 More information available at: www.victoria-ischgl.at RIDING LESSON AND RIDES DURING THE SUMMER IN THE MOUNTAINS Happiness on this earth is being on horseback. Climb into the saddle, go on riding lessons and enjoy riding in the fantastic natural surroundings. Our little farm in Ischgl. Register at: 0043 664 384 35 29 More information available at: www.victoria-ischgl.at Want to saunter through the winter on a sledge, wrapped up and cosy? This is a metaphor for pure winter romance! Whether it is a romantic, classic winter holiday or a wonderful, snug bit of variety horse-drawn carriage rides in the Tyrol mountains around Ischgl provide a little bit of a break in our fast-moving times. And you get to take it easy in a lovely way as a family, and also for those who love romance and horses, as well as for those of you who consider beautiful things hold significance! And on your sightseeing tour from Ischgl town centre to the neighbouring town of Mathon, you get closer to all sorts of sights, from an unusual perspective. At a leisurely pace you get to recline in comfort on an upholstered seat, and finally have the time to investigate the superb snow-covered landscape of the Paznaun region in peace and quiet and wrapped up in cosy blankets. During a break in Mathon you have the opportunity to take a tour through the historic agricultural museum when the weather is good it is open from 4.00 p.m.; visit the Silvretta wildlife park or enjoy a hearty meal in the traditional Gasthof Glckner. Re-invigorated you are then chauffeured back to Ischgl in the horse-drawn carriage. Incidentally a horse-drawn carriage ride in Ischgl provides the perfect setting to get to know someone better, on a date and for an unforgettable time best to book one of the rides which is held in the evening. These wonderful horse-drawn carriage rides last some two hours in total. Tip: Register for a horse-drawn carriage ride in good time; demand is always very high. PRICES:

ROUND TRIP (ca. 1 hour) 65,ROUND TRIP with STOP (ca. 2 hours) 75,SMALL ROUND 50,from 6 persons - per person more 11,Children till 6 Years 8,-